What kind of Dr. do I see first for depression?!
Question: What kind of Dr. do I see first for depression.?
I am having lots of symptoms of depression. I know there is something going on with me that is not right. I don't know where to start. Do I go straight to a psyhciatrist, or should I start with my family doctor.?Health Question & Answer
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Please start with your family doctor who will check to be certain that you don't have any illnesses, or metabolic disturbances causing the depression. Your online name gives me a clue to your concern. If the doctor feels you are indeed in need of treatment he/she can refer you to a psychiatrist. OR you can begin by seeking out a therapist to start talking about your concerns and they too will tell you if you seem to need a psychiatrist or not.Health Question & Answer
Your family doctor will recommend you to a psychiatrist. What you are going through is perfectly normal. Please seek help if you are depressed.Health Question & Answer
You can see the family doctor.Health Question & Answer