How do you ask your doctor to cure your anxiety & depression?

Question

"I have anxiety that causes me depression. Can you cure me?"??? Is that what I should say to my doctor? Is that how you should start off? WHAT DO YOU SAY???

thanks!

Answer 1

Well I have the same and what I did was just explain what I have been feeling and then they usually will let you know what you have even though you know and then they will offer you some options like medication which I am on and helps a bunch or they will ask about doing therapy which I also have and helps a bunch or they will ask if you want to do both which I do and the combo works wounders. Good luck.

Answer 2

Just tell your doctor. I was diagnosed with GAD (General Anxiety Disorder) years ago, but I never had depression, I got very nervous. It can go either way, just depends on how your brain handles it.

You doctor will most likely have you talk to a Physciatrist. Not because he thinks you are a wack job, but because Physciatrist are Medical Doctors that specialize in the brain. Psycologist dont go to medical school and cant give you a perscription.

I was on a light perscription for a few years, but I grew out of it. It can trigger during puberty or times of new stress. Its normally a chemical inbalance in the brain. The physciatrist will try and figure out what it is that is making the chemical changes happen. They most likely will give you some medication why they work it out.

Just tell you doctor you are having anxiety which is causing depression. It wont be the first time he has heard it, and there is nothing wrong with you because you feel it. The physciatrist might have you try Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Its just something to help you try and figure out what is your trigger. You can usually find out what your trigger is, which over time will help you control it.

There is nothing wrong with you, and its an easy question to ask. Its nothing to be ashamed of, after you talk to your doctor you might want the doctor to explain it to your parents, your spouse, significant others whatever. Its hard to explain it to people that have never had it. The doctor does a better job. Its actually pretty common.

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Good Luck

Answer 3

Well, there actually is no "cure" for anxiety or depression. The good news is, it's totally managable. There are a lot of meds out there in different groupings that could help you. Also, some antidepressants go together really well with some anti-anxiety meds. Some meds even work for both.

I would start out just by describing your symptoms as honestly and as detailed as possible to your doctor. I'm sure he/she will assess the situation and try whatever med(s) are the best for you.

Answer 4

I would be honest with the doc. Say you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Explain the symptoms and how they are effecting your life. Be honest. Hopefully you and your doc can discuss a plan for you to get better. Both are treatable and should not be taken lightly.

When I first talked to my doctor. I was very straight and said I have been feeling down alot lately. I think I even said I think I have depression. She asked me some questions and ran a few blood tests to make sure it was not a thyroid or other problem. She prescribed me antidepressants. Unfortunately after several trials of different drugs she was not able to get the right mix. She then refered me to a psychiatrist who has since been able to find the right combo and I have been doing well for almost 2 yrs now. If you have any questions drop me an email.

Answer 5

I actually had an anxiety attack and I described the symptoms to my doctor and he prescribed a medication for anxiety. That might be all you need - you say that your anxiety leads to depression then if you deal with the anxiety - your depression should go away. Although, my friend takes an anxiety med along with an anti-depressant and she is a happier person since she has been taking those meds. Good Luck with your situation.

Answer 6

Go to your regular doctor first. Call and schedule an appointment. When the receptionist asks the reason for the appt, just say for anxiety and depression. That way your dr will have a heads up as to why you're coming in. Explain to your doctor that you have anxiety that is leading to depression. He'll probably ask you for examples so he can really narrow down your diagnosis. Just go in there and be totally honest with your dr. Thats what I did. My dr prescribed me meds and then gave me a referral to a psychiatrist.

Answer 7

I have anxiety that is so extreme, I get panic attacks from time to time. I agree with praying as I am a Christian. However, I am a Christian who has worked in the mental health field and have seen medication work wonders for people. So don't feel ashamed if you need to ask your Dr for help. About seven years ago I had gone through a really rough patch and was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. I started out by being honest with my Dr. and she suggested a mental health expert for me to talk to. It worked wonders. Within a couple of months I was back to my old self. She tried me on different types of anti-depression drugs but I didn't really need them. She also placed me on an anti-anxiety medication for when I felt anxious etc. That helped alot. The depression is gone but I still have anxiety from time to time. Just be honest with your doctor and tell him/her whats going on. That's what their there for. If that doesn't work then see someone else. Take Care.

Answer 8

I have the same problem and I went to my doctor and said " ya know I have been so jittery but yet I feel almost hopeless an useless. I can't concentrate on anything and I am afraid to drive or even sometimes I just can't get myself going in the morning and then there are other times that I just can't be around ppl cuz I think they are making fun of me which makes me want to run and hide from the world." She told me it was time to take a depression survey and questionaire and she would be the one giving it so I would feel safer about it. That is when I found out I suffer from Major depression, anxiety,PTSD,sleep disorders including insomnia and over sleeping at times I also have a problem with gaining and lossing weight drastically. hope this helps and if you need more help pleez feel free to email me at [e-mail]

Answer 9

Tell your doctor all of your symptoms. Only a doctor can make a proper diagnosis. After you have the right diagnosis, you can begin the right treatment.

And usually, depression is treated, not "cured." Medication and talk-therapy can be very effective in helping people return to a normal, productive life. But don't be discouraged if you sometimes have short depressive episodes even with treatment. This is normal and temporary.

But you are right to talk to your doctor and begin treatment. Good for you.

Answer 10

I don't think I'd ask if they could "cure" me.
I would tell the doctor that "I am have been feeling very anxious and depressed lately and need to discuss what kind of treatment you would recommend."