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Personalized depression drugs on the way?

Posted on Jun 20th 2007 3:28PM by Brian White
Depression is a part of life for almost all of us at some point(s) in our lives. There are things in this world that jar us and others that make us very happy and content. When the world jars us, though, is the solution in a prescription drug for depression?

That's the modern way of dealing with curve balls in life -- drugs. While we're all very much alike, the small differences in each of our bodies and the variables at play that we just don't know about medically sometimes can stifle the effectiveness of drug treatment.

Good physicians and psychiatrists examine all available evidence and prescribe the most appropriate depression treatment for each patient -- whether it be drugs or not. Any doctor who chooses to give generic depression advice to patients is doing each one a disservice. It's sad but true -- and it's up to the patient to ensure the best care for themselves is given. A rule of thumb: ask questions and stay informed.

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