While occasional sadness is a normal part of life, sometimes these feelings become overwhelming and persistent. This is when depression can take hold.
Symptoms of depression can include:
Treatment can be very effective at reducing or eliminating the symptoms of depression. Medication may be an important element of treatment. However, research suggests that a combination of medication, psychological therapies and support programs can lead to the best outcomes for some types of depression.
Ramsay Mental Health offers a broad range of psychiatry and psychology treatment services for depression that can be tailored to meet your needs, including:
You may also be interested to read about how Ramsay Mental Health can support you with:
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