How does the first time you visit a depression doctor look like, when you have a possible depression issue?

Question

You probably come in and say: "Hey, I think I have a depression (because of some life issue)." but you still are not sure if you should have gone to a psychiatrist, psychologist, counselor or neuropsychiatrist, or?

Answer 1

You register, then sit and wait for awhile, just like you would at any other doctor's office, then you called into their office. They usually have a desk that they sit behind. It's not like you see on the movies where you lay on a couch. You will sit in a chair across from them and simply TALK about your issue and problems. (This is for a Psychiatrist). A psychiatrist is who you first need to see when dealing with any mental health issue. They are the ones that are MDs, can run tests, and diagnose you. A psychologist cannot do that. Psychologists are like licensed counselors except with a Doctorate Degree (basically). You may be referred to one of them for therapy after you've seen a Psychiatrist. Don't worry about your initial visit. Just relax! It is a very comfortable atmosphere. Just be open with the Psychiatrist about everything! (maybe have notes with you so that you can remember what to tell them) Good Luck and God Bless!

Answer 2

I haven't really had to worry about that. Last time I just went to where the ambulance took me. The other time I went where the insurance company told me I had to go.
It doesn't matter so much which professional you see as long as they actually are a professional. What matters most is if they are someone you can be honest with. It also help if they are good at coordinating with others because a psychologist or counselor cannot prescribe medication and psychiatrists rarely have time to talk so many people need more than one person treating them.

Answer 3

I never get to see the psychiatrist. The doctor from the government clinic wanted to refer me to a psychiatrist. The nurse laugh at me for being depressed at such a young age. I got fed up and decide to read up to cure myself instead.

Thanks to that nurse. I was more determined to rid myself of any depression and successfully done so without any medication.

My friend visited a psychiatrist once. The psychiatrist was not very helpful and just listen to what my friend has to say. When the time is up, he just prescribe the medication. My friend took the medicine and become drowsy. "No thinking, no depression" is the motto of the depression medication.

Answer 4

Almost everyone can experience External Depression, that is ,something outside of yourself such as the death of a family member, loss of a job ,etc. causing you to feel blue. In these cases, counseling should help. However, if your depression comes on regardless of your situation (Internal depression), you need a psychiatrist or a psychologist( the former dispenses drugs along with counseling while the latter gives council without drugs)

Answer 5

Hi there depression come from all walks of life and some times we do not know if a person might have it. My friend had depression and to most of the outside world didnt know as a lot of peple tell you to get on withit.Not so easy if this is how you fill . I wish more people would be open about it as i have found out that louds of people suffer and only through talking can people help one another. as for going to see some one this is a big step for the person suffering from depression some times we all have to do things that we might not want to. hope this helps

Answer 6

Psychologist have the better medical training if it is chemical depression.
The are several types of monitored test they can run as well as check blood work.

If it is because of issues you have dealt with a psychiatrist is best.

How good they are will depend on their school, teachers and personal outlook on life.

If you can get a referral from a trusted source it is best.

Answer 7

It is always wise to see a doctor first, as the problem is sometimes related to the thyroid gland, and this may be missed by others.