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Does Depression Get Worse As One Ages While Taking Anti-depressants Already?
I have always been somewhat of a loner but I find more and more I feel better when alone. I can tolerate being around others, but even when I am, I don t really feel I am a part of what is happening. I have been seeing a counselor for about three years now. I take two antidepressants. This has definitely stopped the unexpected crying jags. I was told that depression gets worse as you age. Is this true?
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First of all your depression needs to be assessed with diagnostic clinical tools available with psychologist/psychiatrists. Proper diagnosis is essential for proper treatment.
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Dr. K. V. Anand
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Does Depression Get Worse As One Ages While Taking Anti-depressants Already?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. First of all your depression needs to be assessed with diagnostic clinical tools available with psychologist/psychiatrists. Proper diagnosis is essential for proper treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. K. V. Anand