How Do You Help Someone Get Treatment For Depression?
Denial is a common stage that many people go through when suffering from depression. They may refuse to believe they have a mental health disorder or may disregard warning signs of depression. It’s important for all friends and family members to help someone get treatment for depression, whether or not denial is a factor. Encourage the person to make an appointment for a general health check-up with his family physician. This may be less threatening than actually visiting a mental health center or psychologist right away for depression. Help your loved one make a list of all the depression symptoms that are present before doctor’s visit. This list can be taken to the family physician and help the doctor decide whether a referral to a psychologist or mental health professional is needed. Go with the person to his doctor’s appointment for encouragement and moral support. While you’re at the office visit, explain to the doctor the depression signs and symptoms that you have observed in th
