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Depression
How much time does it take for antidepressants to show effect? Can depression happen without any cause?
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Anti-depressants generally start showing their effect in a week but for the full effect to show it may take 4-6 weeks. However, there can be significant variation based on the anti-depressant and the type and severity of depression.
Depression can happen without any apparent cause. There are two broad types of depression, one due to stressful life events and other without them.
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Depression is a difficult condition and I must appreciate your patience. Do not discontinue the anti-depressants but discuss with your doctor if you have incomplete effect.
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Dr. S Madhavan
Neuropsychiatrist
24 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi thank you for asking two excellent questions. Treatment of depression includes medicine and psychological therapy (Cognitive behavioural therapy). If one is only taking tablet they may improve in 5-6 weeks time. Working on self help approaches will help to maintain improvement. But it is advisable not to stop medication abruptly.
Depressive disorders are complex. Sometimes causes may not be apparent. However having in-depth consultation with a Psychiatrist will help to find the risk factors. This is important to prevent future depressive episode.
If appropriately treated recovery will be good.
Best wishes
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continue Medication and follow up with a Psychiatrist
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regular walking, exercises, avoid alcohol tobacco or unprescribed medication, in case someone is using them.
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Ms. Juhi Parashar
Psychotherapist
11 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Yes it can happen
Clinical depression can be without any reason due to neuro chemical imbalances
It takes minimum 15 days
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