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If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor.
If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.
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Unfortunately, knowing you arent alone doesnt necessarily make dealing with the debilitating impacts of this condition any easier.
Its symptoms can impact both your mood and your physical health.
Untreated clinical depression can lead to thoughts of self-harm and suicide.
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How Is Depression Diagnosed?
It is important to note that a doctor or psychiatrist will not diagnose you with “crippling depression.”
What Causes Depression?
Research has found a high level of heritability for depression, particularly severe cases of depression.
It is estimated that approximately 50% of crippling depression cases may be linked to a genetic predisposition.
Still, genetics are not the only potential risk factor for developing severe depression.
They can monitor your symptoms and determine if your treatment is providing adequate relief.
You may need to work with your doctor to find the right antidepressant for you.
But for patients who are able to find a medication that helps, the results can be life-changing.
Spravato is the only FDA-approved pop in of ketamine treatment for depression.
It is a nasal spray that must be administered in your doctor’s office.
There is nothing easy about dealing with crippling depression.
You deserve to live a happy and healthy life.
You are not alone.
And you wont always feel this way.
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