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Treatment of psychotic depression includes besides antidepressants, anti psychotics. Electroconvulsive Therapy may be useful.
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Is depression a psychotic or non-psychotic illness?
Usually it is non-psychotic, but severe depression can cause psychotic symptoms. Psychotic means having hallucinations and/or paranoia.
What are some causes of psychotic depression?
There is no real known cause for a psychotic depression. These factors increase the risk on a depression however: History of depression, Female gender, Low socio-economic status, Traumatic childhood, Isolation, Negative outlook and behaviours.
Short depressive periods and moods with no psychotic features?
major depression
Where can I find treatments for depression?
To find treatments for depression, you should seek medical help from your physician. If he doesn't feel like he has the knowledge for it, he will recommend you to a specialist on treating depression.
Where can I learn more about Treatments for Depression?
There are several depression treatments on the Internet. You can find information about treating depression on sites like: WebMD, HelpGuide, and the Mayo Clinic online.
Are there new treatments for depression besides medications?
Treatments can vary depending on your depression. Finding some relaxing time, breathing techniques and time to talk to those who will listen can greatly help with depression.
Treatments for substance induced psychotic disorder?
http://ps.psychiatryonline.org/cgi/content/abstract/40/10/1025
Can you hear voices when you are depressed?
Yes. This is called "depression with psychotic features". Fortunately, it is treatable by antipsychotics and antidepressants.
Are there any new treatments for depression released that are safe to use?
There are many safe treatments for depression, but you should always consult your doctor before trying any medications.
What type of mental illness causes hallucinations?
Hallucinations can be present in psychotic disorders (schizophrenia, schizo-affective disorder, etc. ), bipolar disorder, major depression with psychotic features, delirium, or dementia.
How do you fix a depression patient without antipsychotic drugs?
Actually antipsychotics are usually unnecessary for the treatment of depression, unless psychotic features are present. Antidepressants are normally used.
How much ECT is used to treat depression?
Patients with depression usually require six to 12 treatments
