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Early Signs of Depression

by Sean PaulSeptember 20, 2019

Being a teenager is not easy at times. You are almost an adult, you can drive, people expect you to act like an adult even though the human brain is not fully developed until the early to mid 20’s. Some irritability, mood swings and acting…

Helping My Child with Depression

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulMay 6, 2019

Child Psychiatry, Depression

Depression is recognized among many adults, but can often be overlooked or misdiagnosed in children and teens. Persistent depression is seen in 3-5% of children and adolescents, with one study finding nearly 13% of teens having experienced at least one depressive episode. A person with…

How to Deal with Depression

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulMay 1, 2019

Depression

The symptoms of moderate to severe depression are debilitating and include problems sleeping, poor concentration at work, fighting with a significant other or child, and low energy. What can people do on their own to deal with the symptoms of depression? First of all, it’s…

What are Depression Medications?

by NowPsych MD Dr. Sean PaulApril 12, 2019

Medication

Antidepressants as they are commonly called, are used to treat depression as well as multiple anxiety disorders including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Panic Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. There are multiple classes of depression medications including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors…