Clinical Depression

There are different ways to treat depression. You might have to try different treatments or combine two or more medicines at a time. This is not necessary that if something is helpful for you, it will also help others. Might be they are suffering from any other type of clinical depression and need any further treatment. 

You should consult with your doctor to advise you of a remedy that is good for you. If your symptoms are severe or your doctor feels that you can hurt yourself, don’t ignore that and start seeking treatment in hospital and also, do not forget that it requires time, and this should be given to it. 

Medications

Antidepressants are the most effective medications in people with clinical depression. There are lots of types of antidepressants. You will have to experience several kinds to find out which one is better for you. Your doctor can also prescribe you some other types of medications to help your antidepressants work more effectively, such as:

• Mood stabilizer
• Antipsychotics
• Anti-anxiety medications
• Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
• Serotonin Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

Some of the commonly taken depression drugs are categorized as:

• SSRIs: include Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil, Celexa, and Lexapro
• SNRIs: include Effexor, Savella, Strattera, Pristiq, and Cymbalta
• Tricyclic antidepressants: have Pamelor, Elavil, Asendin, silence, and vivacity
• Atypical antidepressants: have Desyrel, Wellbutrin, and Remeron

But make it necessary to consult with a doctor before taking any medicine by yourself. If you take any incorrect medicine, this can cause serious health problems and lead to your death. 

Psychotherapy

Talking to a psychical health professional regularly about your feelings and other issues can help treat your depression. Different other methods are also available, including talk therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. Moreover, psychotherapy involves regular weekly sessions with a psychological health professional. Your therapist guides you with:

• Building a support network
• Preparing a self-care plan
• Learning skills to help cope with distress
• Replacing or reframing negative thoughts

Residential Or Hospital Treatment

Suppose your depression has reached that level where you try to harm yourself or your family. In that situation, you should consult a psychiatrist because you require psychiatric treatment at the hospital or residential facility.

Electroconvulsive Therapy

During this therapy, an electric current is passed through your brain to help your neurotransmitters work in a better way. It will be good if you don’t use this therapy till your antidepressants stop working, and also, you can’t use it for other health problems. 

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

Usually, your doctor suggests this when your antidepressant do not show any effectiveness. In this method, magnetic pulses are sent through your brain to stimulate nerve cells that regulate mood. 

Changes That Are Required By Your Body

Whether the problem is physical or psychological, it can’t be recovered without your little effort. So, for recovery, you should help yourself and make some positive changes in your lifestyle.

• Try to do exercise regularly and be active
• Set attainable goals for yourself
• Don’t try to isolate yourself and let others help you
• Try to spend time with your friends, family, and other people
• Expect your feelings to improve slowly, not immediately
• Postpone important decisions such as divorce, getting married, or changing your job until you feel good
• Continue educating yourself about depression