What are the treatments for depression?
There are several treatments for depression including:
- Antidepressant medication
- Psychotherapy (such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or Interpersonal Therapy)
- Light therapy
- Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
- Exercise
- Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
- Diet and nutrition
It's important to work with a mental health professional to determine the best treatment plan for individual needs.
Here are a few more things to consider:
- Treatment for depression may involve a combination of therapies
- The effectiveness of treatment may vary for each person
- It may take several weeks or months to see improvement
- Sticking to a treatment plan, even when feeling better, is important for maintaining progress
- If one treatment approach doesn't work, don't give up, there are other options to try.
- It's important to address any co-occurring physical or mental health conditions.