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What It’s Like to Have Depression and Anxiety at the Same Time

It might seem like depression and anxiety are opposites, yet many people live with both conditions.

Lauren Smith, MAMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on May 31, 2024
Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP | May 31, 2024

Major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder are two common mental health conditions. The symptoms of depression and anxiety are often on opposite ends of the spectrum, yet many people live with both disorders. In this video, learn why this happens and what it looks like to have both anxiety and depression.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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