A Personalized Approach to Overcoming Depression
Each person's experience with depression is unique: that's why our team at Rochester Regional Health uses a range of treatment options to create a personalized care plan tailored specifically to you. Our team is committed to providing the care, support, and expertise you need to address and overcome depression.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy that takes a proactive approach to negative thoughts and behaviors that are common with depression. CBT focuses on teaching you valuable coping strategies and skills to manage and re-frame those negative thoughts and behaviors.
This short-term, goal-oriented therapy is designed to empower you with the tools you need to address your current challenges and to prepare for future hurdles.
Medication
Medication can be a key component of a comprehensive treatment plan. Studies have found that medication is most effective when a part of a balanced approach that combines medication with therapy and other depression treatments. Common classes of anti-depressants include:
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) help prevent the breakdown of mood-boosting neurotransmitters
- Norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitors (NDRIs) increase the levels of these neurotransmitters associated with alertness and energy
- Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) boost mood by enhancing these neurotransmitters
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) increase serotonin levels, and are helpful for both severe and non-severe depression
- Tricyclic antidepressants were one of the first antidepressants developed, and are effective for treating many types of depression
Discovering the right balance of medication is a part of the journey to overcoming depression. The team at Rochester Regional Health's Adult Mental Health Program will work closely with you to find the right medication, monitoring and adjusting as needed to ensure it aligns with your unique needs and overall treatment goals.