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Show health professional infoLatest independent information about dysthymia, including medicines and non-drug treatments, written and reviewed by experts in Australia.
Dysthymia is also known as depression, major depression or melancholia.
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A guide to using antidepressants |
Antidepressant medicines are often used to treat moderate and severe depression. To find out what you should know when taking them read more. |
Consumer publication - MedicinesTalk | Consumers | 2008-07-01 00:00:00 |
Agomelatine — Independent medicine & health information |
Agomelatine (Valdoxan) is an antidepressant that acts on melatonin receptors. Read about agomelatine, including side effects & interactions. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Amitriptyline — Independent medicine & health information |
Read about the tricyclic antidepressant amitriptyline (Endep), side effects, interactions, how effective it is for depression symptoms. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
NPS News 35 (INSERT): Choosing antidepressant drugs |
Table of antidepressants for special patient groups including suicidal patients, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, the elderly, and those with cardiovascular disease or anxiety |
Professional publication - NPS News | Health Professionals | 2004-08-01 00:00:00 |
Articles on antidepressants from NPS RADAR |
Get independent, evidence-based info on antidepressants. Written for doctors, pharmacists and other health professionals. |
Topic overview | Health Professionals | 2009-10-28 00:00:00 |
Antidepressants A–Z — Independent medicine & health information |
An A–Z of the different types of antidepressants & how they work, including SSRIs, MAOIs & tricyclic antidepressants. Find side effects and interactions and more. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Antidepressants & driving — Independent medicine & health information |
Driving & antidepressants may not go well together, as antidepressants can cause drowsiness & dizziness. Learn about antidepressants & driving here. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Antidepressants & suicide risk Independent medicine & health information |
Suicidal thoughts are a symptom of depression, so it’s hard to determine whether antidepressants increase the risk of suicide or not. Read more here. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Articles on antidepressants in children from NPS RADAR |
Get independent, accurate, evidence-based info on antidepressants in children. Written for doctors, pharmacists & other health professionals. |
Topic overview | Health Professionals | 2009-10-28 00:00:00 |
Antidepressants, pregnancy and breastfeeding — Independent medicine & health information |
To weigh up the benefits and risks of taking antidepressant while pregnant or breastfeeding, you need individualised advice. Talk to your doctor or call one of these information lines. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Case study 10 report: Depression |
Middle-aged female patient presents with 2 month history of appetite loss, agitation and low mood. You diagnose major depression, schedule counselling and initiate antidepressant therapy. |
Professional activity - Case study report | Health Professionals | 2008-05-03 00:00:00 |
Case study 10: Depression |
Middle-aged female patient presents with 2 month history of appetite loss, agitation and low mood. You diagnose major depression, schedule counselling and initiate antidepressant therapy. |
Professional activity - Case study | Health Professionals | 2000-08-01 00:00:00 |
Case study 33 report: Managing depression in general practice |
Elderly patient commenced on paroxetine 5 weeks ago presents with agitation, insomnia and poor appetite. Says feels no better on paroxetine but denies suicidal ideation. |
Professional activity - Case study report | Health Professionals | 2004-10-01 00:00:00 |
Case study 33: Managing depression in general practice |
Elderly patient commenced on paroxetine 5 weeks ago presents with agitation, insomnia and poor appetite. Says feels no better on paroxetine but denies suicidal ideation. |
Professional activity - Case study | Health Professionals | 2004-10-01 00:00:00 |
Case study 39 report: Depression in primary care |
Patient presents with symptoms including insomnia, tiredness, loss of appetite, and loss of interest in socialising. She has been taking St John's wort on a friend's recommendation. |
Professional activity - Case study report | Health Professionals | 2006-01-01 00:00:00 |
Case study 39: Depression in primary care |
Patient presents with symptoms including insomnia, tiredness, loss of appetite, and loss of interest in socialising. She has been taking St John's wort on a friend's recommendation. |
Professional activity - Case study | Health Professionals | 2005-10-01 00:00:00 |
Case study 73: Depression in primary care |
Joe is a 71-year-old man who complains that he is ‘not feeling himself', his wife is concerned that he seems always fatigued |
Professional activity - Case study | Health Professionals | 2012-04-01 00:00:00 |
Case study PH9 report: For pharmacists. Managing depression |
Elderly patient commenced on paroxetine 5 weeks ago presents with agitation, insomnia and poor appetite. Says feels no better on paroxetine but denies suicidal ideation. |
Professional activity - Case study report | Health Professionals | 2004-11-24 00:00:00 |
Case study PH9: For pharmacists. Managing depression |
Elderly patient commenced on paroxetine 5 weeks ago presents with agitation, insomnia and poor appetite. Says feels no better on paroxetine but denies suicidal ideation. |
Professional activity - Case study | Health Professionals | 2004-10-01 00:00:00 |
Cognitive behavioural therapy |
Learn about cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) & how it is used to treat depression by changing negative ways of thinking. You can use CBT alone or together with antidepressants. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Children & depression |
Children with depression can seem down & irritable & may have behaviour problems. Read about the symptoms of depression in children, available treatments & the risk of suicide. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Citalopram — Independent medicine & health information |
Citalopram, found in brands such as Celica & Cipramil, is used to treat depression in adults. Read more about citalopram, including known side effects. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Clomipramine — Independent medicine & health information |
Clomipramine (e.g. Anafranil, Placil) is a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) that treats depression symptoms. What are clomipramine’s side effects and interactions, and how effective is it? |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Complementary medicines & alternative therapies for depression — Independent medicine & health information |
There are many complementary medicines and alternative therapies for depression. Some have been tested in scientific clinical trials, but many have not. Read more. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Depression — Independent medicine & health information |
What is depression? Read about depression & how symptoms of depression can be treated by different methods, including antidepressants & psychotherapy. |
Topic overview | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Depression and antidepressants |
An information leaflet answering important questions that patients may have on depression and the use of antidepressants. |
Professional tool - Patient leaflet | Health Professionals,Consumers | 2005-10-01 00:00:00 |
Depression: help is at hand to treat it and beat it |
One in five Australians will suffer depression – but getting help early can be the key to a faster, fuller recovery and better health |
Media release | Others | 2008-08-11 00:00:00 |
Desvenlafaxine — Independent medicine & health information |
Desvenlafaxine (Pristiq) treats the symptoms of depression and increases serotonin levels. What are desvenlafaxine’s side effects and interactions and how effective is it? |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Dothiepin — Independent medicine & health information |
Dothiepin (Dothep, Prothiaden) is a tricyclic antidepressant. How effective is dothiepin for symptoms of depression, and what are its side effects and interactions? |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Doxepin — Independent medicine & health information |
Doxepin (Deptran, Sinequan) is a tricyclic antidepressant that treats symptoms of depression. How effective is it, and what are the side effects and interactions? |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Duloxetine — Independent medicine & health information |
Duloxetine (Cymbalta) is used to treat symptoms of depression. Learn about duloxetine’s side effects & interactions with other medicines. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Duloxetine (Cymbalta) for major depressive disorder |
Information on use of duloxetine for major depressive disorder |
Professional publication - NPS RADAR - Review | Health Professionals | 2008-08-01 00:00:00 |
Escitalopram — Independent medicine & health information |
Escitalopram (e.g. Lexapro, Lexam), is an antidepressant that increases serotonin levels. Read more escitalopram’s side effects, interactions & effectiveness for symptoms of depression. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Which antidepressant |
Antidepressants available to treat depression include TCAs, SSRIs & MAOIs. Read about the factors your doctor will consider when choosing an antidepressant to prescribe to you. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Fluoxetine — Independent medicine & health information |
Fluoxetine (e.g. Prozac, Loran) is an antidepressant that increases serotonin levels. Read more fluoxetine’s side effects, interactions & effectiveness for symptoms of depression. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Fluvoxamine — Independent medicine & health information |
Fluvoxamine (e.g. Luvox) is an SSRI antidepressant that increases serotonin levels. How effective is it for symptoms of depression, and what are its side effects and interactions? |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
| Multimedia - Video | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 | ||
Health sector urged to get involved in R U OK? Day 2010 |
R U OK? Day aims to inspire Australians to connect with their friends, loved ones and colleagues by reaching out to anyone doing it tough and simply asking: “Are you OK?” |
Media release | Others | 2010-09-13 19:00:00 |
Comparing side effects of antidepressants — Independent medicine & health information |
Find out about the common side effects of different antidepressants, including SSRIs. Common side effects include insomnia, sexual side effects, gastrointestinal upsets & sedation. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Depression diagnosis |
Your doctor can diagnose depression based on your symptoms and how long you have had them. Read more on diagnosing depression & take the mood check-up quiz. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Imipramine — Independent medicine & health information |
Read about the tricyclic antidepressant imipramine (Tofranil, Tolerad), how effective is it, & what are the side effects & interactions |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
It’s depression, but is an antidepressant indicated? |
Depression is only second to hypertension as the most common chronic problem seen by Australian GPs. With two thirds of these consultations for depression resulting in a prescription for antidepressants the use of these medicines continues to rise in Australia. |
Media release | Others | 2012-05-21 19:00:00 |
It's not easy beating the blues - barriers and enablers to improving the use of antidepressants. NMS 2008 |
Is safe and effective prescribing of antidepressants for depression by health professionals improved by a program providing evidence based information? Gurman K, McEwin E, Horn F. National Medicines Symposium, 14-16 May 2008, Canberra, Australia |
Event - Conference poster | Health Professionals,Research & Evaluation community | 2008-05-16 00:00:00 |
Lifestyle & depression — Independent medicine & health information |
Tips to help you tackle your depression by making lifestyle changes, including regular exercise, healthy eating, & avoiding drugs & alcohol. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Side effects of antidepressants — Independent medicine & health information |
Side effects of antidepressants can include sexual side effects, such as erectile dysfunction & losing your sex drive. Read about how to manage these & other side effects. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
MAOIs — Independent medicine & health information |
Learn about the monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) antidepressants, side effects, interactions & who needs to take extra care with MAOIs, such as those with cardiovascular disease or bipolar disorder. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Type 2 diabetes and depression medicines – new but right for you? |
A new medicine available for type 2 diabetes may be an option for some, but not everyone |
Media release | Others | 2008-08-04 00:00:00 |
Duloxetine (Cymbalta) for major depression |
Information for consumers about duloxetine (Cymbalta), a new antidepressant for major depression. |
Consumer publication - Medicine Update | Consumers | 2008-08-01 00:00:00 |
Antidepressants |
Antidepressants are medicines used to treat depression. Read 10 things you need to know about antidepressants, their effectiveness, how they work & side effects |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Mianserin — Independent medicine & health information |
Mianserin (Lumin, Tolvon) is an antidepressant used to treat depression symptoms. Read about mianserin, including its side effects & interactions |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Mirtazapine — Independent medicine & health information |
Read about the antidepressant mirtazapine, found in brands such as Avanza & Axit, including its benefits, side effects & interactions. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Moclobemide — Independent medicine & health information |
The antidepressant moclobemide (Aurorix, Amira), treats symptoms of depression. Read about its benefits, side effects and interactions. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Non-drug treatments for depression |
Find out about some of non-drug treatments and strategies you can use to help yourself recover more quickly from depression. |
Consumer publication - MedicinesTalk | Consumers | 2008-07-01 00:00:00 |
Nortriptyline — Independent medicine & health information |
Read about the antidepressant Nortriptyline (Allegron), how it works to treat depression, its side effects & its interactions with other medicines. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
NPS Medicines Line Q & A |
Each day, scores of people ring the pharmacists at NPS Medicines Line to ask questions about their medicines. Here’s one from Sarah. |
Consumer publication - MedicinesTalk | Consumers | 2009-10-27 00:00:00 |
Starting antidepressants |
Advice to GPs on prescribing antidepressants, long-term management, adverse effects, St John's wort drug interactions, and suicide concerns. Case study on depression. |
Professional publication - NPS News | Health Professionals | 2000-08-01 00:00:00 |
Depression in children and adolescents |
Reviews prescribing of antidepressants (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors -SSRIs) in children and adolescents, and the role of psychological and behavioural therapy |
Professional publication - NPS News | Health Professionals | 2004-08-01 00:00:00 |
Depression management in primary care |
Discusses effectiveness of antidepressants in treatmenting depression, postnatal depression, Mental Health Care initiative and antidepressants in breastfeeding. |
Professional publication - NPS News | Health Professionals | 2005-10-01 00:00:00 |
Depression |
Depression is second after hypertension among the chronic problems most frequently seen by Australian GPs. We review the latest evidence and guidance. |
Professional publication - NPS News | Health Professionals | 2012-04-02 00:00:00 |
NPS Prescribing Practice Review 10: Managing depression |
Information on identifying patients with depression and the factors that influence drug selection (e.g. age, comorbidities, previous therapy, adverse effect profile) if antidepressants are required. |
Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2000-09-01 00:00:00 |
NPS Prescribing Practice Review 27: Managing depression |
Information on the diagnosis of depression along with advice on assessing suicide risk, the role of non-drug therapy, and the use of antidepressants. |
Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2004-09-09 00:00:00 |
NPS Prescribing Practice Review 32: Managing depression in primary care |
Information on the diagnosis of depression along with advice on assessing suicide risk, the role of non-drug therapy, and the use of antidepressants. |
Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2005-11-01 00:00:00 |
NPS Prescribing Practice Review 4: Reviewing long term use of benzodiazepines and managing the new patient with insomnia |
Information on reviewing the need to continue, reduce or cease an individuals long term use of benzodiazepines. A plan for managing insomnia is also provided. |
Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 1999-07-01 00:00:00 |
Depression - primary care |
Reviews the diagnosis and treatment of depression. Non-drug treatments are first-line in mild-moderate cases, but also important for more severe cases |
Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Nurse Update April 2012 |
This issue of Nurse Update looks at the benefits of being medicinewise for people with depression, the new NPS campaign to help combat antibiotic resistance, recent statin warnings, the new vaccination information hub now available on the NPS website, and the National Medicines Symposium (NMS) 24–25 May 2012. |
Professional publication - Nurse Update | Health Professionals | 2012-04-25 00:00:00 |
Depression in older people |
Symptoms of depression in older people can be mistaken for a normal part of ageing. Learn about symptoms and treatments, including psychological therapies & antidepressants. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Online CBT |
Learn about online cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) & how it is used to treat depression by changing negative ways of thinking. Find links to online CBT programs. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Opportunity for drug-free intervention in perinatal depression |
With nearly one in three women experiencing perinatal depression – and 15 percent of these experiencing more severe symptoms – health professionals have a vital role to play in preventing associated complications. |
Media release | Others | 2008-04-09 19:00:00 |
Other types of antidepressant — Independent medicine & health information |
Find out what type of antidepressant agomelatine (Valdoxan), moclobemide (Aurorix), mianserin (Tolvon) and mirtazapine (Avanza) are. Follow links to side effects and interaction information. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Types of psychological therapy |
Learn about interpersonal therapy [IPT], psychodynamic therapy and counselling for depression. How does counselling compare with CBT? Watch a video for the answer. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Paroxetine — Independent medicine & health information |
Paroxetine (Aropax, Paxtine) is used to treat symptoms of depression & anxiety in adults. Learn about paroxetine’s benefits, side effects and interactions. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Phenelzine — Independent medicine & health information |
Phenelzine (Nardil) treats the symptoms of depression Read about the antidepressant phenelzine’s benefits, side effects and interactions. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
| Multimedia - Video | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 | ||
Postnatal depression — Independent medicine & health information |
Feeling sad, anxious or unable to cope after childbirth could be postnatal depression. Learn about postnatal depression and the use of antidepressants during breastfeeding. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
NPS Prescribing Practice Review 27: Managing depression |
Information on the diagnosis of depression along with advice on assessing suicide risk, the role of non-drug therapy, and the use of antidepressants. |
Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2004-09-09 00:00:00 |
NPS Prescribing Practice Review 32: Managing depression in primary care |
Information on the diagnosis of depression along with advice on assessing suicide risk, the role of non-drug therapy, and the use of antidepressants. |
Professional publication - Prescribing Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2005-11-01 00:00:00 |
Promoting safe medicines use on RUOK? Day |
More than 2000 Australians commit suicide each year; three-quarters of them are male. This is more than the number of people killed in car accidents each year. |
Media release | Others | 2009-09-21 19:00:00 |
Psychological therapies |
Psychological therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), can be used on their own or with antidepressants to treat depression. Find out about psychological therapies here. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Quality use of antidepressants self-audit |
Clinical audit used to assist pharmacists to review prescribed doses of antidepressants and to identify counselling points for patients prescribed these medicines. |
Professional activity - Pharmacy Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2008-04-26 00:00:00 |
Quality use of antidepressants: what information are pharmacists providing? Poster NMS 2006 - 1 of 2 |
Clinical audit of pharmacists who review their own practice and procedures in relation to dispensing antidepressants. Higgins G, Mackson J, Yu C. National Medicines Symposium, 7–9 June 2006, Canberra, Australia |
Event - Conference poster | Health Professionals,Research & Evaluation community | 2006-06-09 00:00:00 |
R U OK with your medicines? |
On Sunday 29 November 2009 the inaugural R U OK? Day will bring Australians together in a bid to raise awareness of risks contributing to suicide. The event encourages people to reach out to friends and loved ones and simply ask, ‘Are you ok?’. |
Media release | Others | 2009-11-24 19:00:00 |
Consequences of depression |
Treatment of depression can help with symptoms of depression such as suicidal thoughts & inability to work or parent. Read about help for depression. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Reboxetine — Independent medicine & health information |
Read about the antidepressant reboxetine (Edronax) including how it works, its effectiveness, side effects & interactions with other medicines |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Self-help books for depression — Independent medicine & health information |
Find a self-help book for depression. Reading self-help books, with guidance from a help professional, can help you get better if you have mild depression. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Sertraline — Independent medicine & health information |
Sertraline (Zoloft) is an antidepressant that increases serotonin levels. Read about sertraline’s side effects, interactions & effectiveness for symptoms of depression. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) — Independent medicine & health information |
Serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) are antidepressants (e.g. Pristiq, Cymbalta, Efexor-XR). Read who should take extra care with these antidepressants. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
SSRIs — Independent medicine & health information |
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are antidepressants that treat depression by increasing the amount of serotonin in the brain. Read about SSRIs, including their side effects. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
St John’s wort — Independent medicine & health information |
St John’s wort is a herbal medicine used to help symptoms of depression. It has many interactions, sometimes dangerous ones, with other medicines, so care is necessary when using it. Read more about St John’s wort. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Tips for keeping depression away — Independent medicine & health information |
Read about life after depression & tips to stay well, including how CBT can help to keep depression away, & signs that may mean depression is returning. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Support groups & links — Independent medicine & health information |
Useful links and how to find depression support groups. Find links to online CBT, forums and information for kids, teens and men, as well as women with postnatal depression. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
How does depression feel |
Read about symptoms of depression (e.g. feeling sad, guilty, losing interest), others’ experiences of depression & what to do if you feel depressed |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) — Independent medicine & health information |
Tricyclic antidepressants may be useful if other antidepressants haven’t worked for you. Read about TCAs, side effects & suitability for older people. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Teenagers & depression |
Depression can affect teens as well as adults. Learn about the symptoms of teenage depression & treatments, such as cognitive behavioural therapy. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Starting, switching & stopping antidepressants — Independent medicine & health information |
Read about what to expect when you start an antidepressant, reasons to change antidepressants and tips for doing it safely, how long to take it, and why reduce the dose before you stop |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Tranylcypromine — Independent medicine & health information |
Tranylcypromine (Parnate) treats symptoms of depression. Read about tranylcypromine’s benefits, side effects & interactions. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Treating and beating depression |
Many treatments are used to treat people with depression. Find out about the main ones available, and when they might be appropriate. |
Consumer publication - MedicinesTalk | Consumers | 2008-07-01 00:00:00 |
Treating depression: The choices |
Learn about choices for the treatment of depression, including counselling with or without one of a range of antidepressant medications. |
Consumer publication - MedicinesTalk | Consumers | 2004-12-01 00:00:00 |
Treating mild depression: your choices |
Non-drug options are recommended. |
Media release | Others | 2005-02-04 00:00:00 |
Treatment for depression |
Learn about treatments for depression, including antidepressants, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), ECT, lifestyle changes, complementary medicines & questions to ask your doctor. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Trimipramine — Independent medicine & health information |
Learn about trimipramine (Surmontil), a tricyclic antidepressant used to treat depression symptoms. Read about its benefits, side effects & interactions. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
| Multimedia - Video | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 | ||
The different types of antidepressants — Independent medicine & health information |
Find out about the groups of antidepressants (medicines for depression treatment), such as SSRIs, SNRIs and TCAs. Follow links to find detailed information about each antidepressant. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Depression types — Independent medicine & health information |
Learn about types of depression: major depression (mild, moderate, severe), bipolar disorder, postnatal depression, anxious depression, seasonal affective disorder. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Venlafaxine — Independent medicine & health information |
Read about the antidepressant venlafaxine (Efexor), including benefits, side effects & interactions with other medicines. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Causes of depression |
Depression is usually a result of several factors, such as chronic illness, family history of depression & stressful life events. Read about the possible causes of depression. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
What is depression? — Independent medicine & health information |
Depression is a common mental illness with symptoms such as low mood, feeling worthless, insomnia & in some cases thoughts of suicide. Learn about the symptoms of depression here. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
What is ECT — Independent medicine & health information |
ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) is used to treat severe depression. Read about ECT & how it is used to treat severe depression symptoms. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
What to do next if you feel depressed |
If you feel depressed, talking to someone helps. Here is a list of helplines you can call if you want to talk to someone about your depression |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
What you need to know to complete the Management of Depression self-audit |
Clinical audit used to assist pharmacists to review prescribed doses of antidepressants and to identify counselling points for patients prescribed these medicines. |
Professional activity - Pharmacy Practice Review | Health Professionals | 2008-04-26 00:00:00 |
Depression & who can help |
Read about how to get help for depression from a number of mental health professionals, including trained GPs, psychiatrists, psychologists & social workers. |
Web page | Consumers | 2012-05-01 00:00:00 |
Women delay perinatal depression help, to avoid medicines |
The earlier that a mother or mother-to-be gets help for depression, the better it is for her and the baby and the more likely she is to be helped without using medicines, Professor of Women's Mental Health at the University of Melbourne, Anne Buist says. “Signs of depression before the birth of a baby may indicate a postnatal risk. |
Media release | Others | 2008-04-22 19:00:00 |
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