If you suspect you may have major depressive disorder, talking with your provider is a great first step. Still, starting this conversation can be intimidating — even if you have a good relationship with them.
In this video, get tips for having this conversation with your healthcare provider about depression, according to Jacques Ambrose, MD, MPH, FAPA, Psychiatrist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Jacques Ambrose, MD, MPH, FAPA, is a Psychiatrist at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
References
American Academy of Family Physicians. (2023). Talking to your doctor about your mental health.
Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. (2023). Talk with your doctor about depression.
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