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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. – PowerPoint PPT presentation

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Title: 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?.
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