Depression treatment refers to various methods used to help manage and improve symptoms of depression. This may include medication like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), psychotherapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or interpersonal therapy, and lifestyle modifications like regular exercise, a healthy diet, and adequate sleep. The goal is to restore emotional balance and improve overall quality of life.
Depression treatment refers to various methods used to help manage and improve symptoms of depression. This may include medication like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), psychotherapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or interpersonal therapy, and lifestyle modifications like regular exercise, a healthy diet, and adequate sleep. The goal is to restore emotional balance and improve overall quality of life.
Depression treatment in the Philippines typically includes therapy (CBT or psychodynamic) and medication (SSRIs or SNRIs). Mental health services are improving but wait times can be long.
Philippine Mental Health Act of 2017 aims to improve access to mental health care. Some NGOs offer subsidized services.