Medication, Psychotherapy, Or A Combination of Both?

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Medication, Psychotherapy, Or A Combination of
Both?
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• If you are challenged with any kind of emotional
  or behavioral issue, consider getting
  professional help. Perhaps you may be wondering
  what course of action a physician, or mental
  health professional may recommend. While the
  answer will depend entirely upon a detailed
  personal analysis of you and your circumstances,
  most issues respond to prescribed medication,
  psychotherapy, or a combination of both.
• Keep an open mind and consider the
  recommendations from both your physician and a
  licensed mental health professional. A few common
  disorders along with their classic forms of
  treatment may include the following

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• Depression
• Shown to be helpful for those suffering from
  depression, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT),
  interpersonal psychotherapy and antidepressant
  medications are often combined to achieve the
  most effective results.
• Anxiety
• CBT, antidepressant medications and anti-anxiety
  medications have all been proven to be extremely
  effective in treating anxiety disorders, but
  psychotherapy alone is often deemed to be more
  effective than medication.

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• Alcohol and drug related disorders
• The classic 12-step support program, CBT and
  environmental-based therapies are often helpful
  for those suffering from any kind of drug or
  alcohol related disorders, while those with
  severe addictions may benefit from certain
  medications being added to their treatment
  program to limit cravings or the effects of
  intoxication.
• Eating disorders
• Because this involves certain dietary and
  physical health factors, medical management may
  be required to help individuals suffering with an
  eating disorder, although that isnt to say that
  CBT, interpersonal psychotherapy and
  antidepressant medications cant also be of help.

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• There is some research showing that a combination
  of psychotherapy and medication could be more
  effective in treating these disorders.
• Bipolar disorder
• This disorder is typically treated with
  mood-stabilizing medications for the best
  results, but research has shown that adding CBT
  or family psychotherapy to the course of
  treatment, can help the individual improve their
  functional outcomes.

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• Parenting or marriage problems
• If youre experiencing issues with your children
  or your marriage, a trip to your psychotherapist
  may be in order as therapy has been proven to
  help people build upon their relational skills
  and react in a more appropriate way to certain
  stressors they may experience.
• No two individuals are the same no two
  treatment plans are the same
• Its really important to appreciate that what
  might work as a form of treatment for one person,
  may not work so well for you, and that checking
  in with your physician or psychotherapist
  regularly and being honest with them can help
  make sure you get the right treatment for your
  needs.

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• Thankfully, nowadays its easy to get a
  personalized treatment plan, and provided youre
  willing to be patient and stick with it, getting
  help for your mental health issues has never been
  easier.
• If youre seeking help for any kind of emotional
  or behavioral issue, schedule a consultation with
  a licensed mental health professional as soon as
  possible, and be on your way to a better you.

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• Doral Psychotherapy offers online counseling
  services in Doral FL including therapy for
  Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Grief, PTSD etc.
  Gabriela is a licensed mental health counselor in
  Florida. If youve been feeling hopeless or lost
  lately, or struggling with a problem in your life
  that feels unsurmountable, individual counseling
  could help you. Our telehealth solution allows
  you to schedule an appointment directly online
  and have the entire therapy session take place
  digitally. If you are looking for individual
  counseling in Doral FL or online therapy for
  depression or anxiety or any kind of individual
  mental health issues, contact us at ?(786)
  843-9527?.