Depression Medication
Personalized Depression medication treatment plans.
The struggle to get out of bed is real. Can’t sleep or sleeping to much. Tired all day.
Depression can affect your ability to function, causing poor concentration and no motivation. Leaving you trying to figure out why you feel so down all of the time. Maybe you find your brain going in spirals. Your friends might have pointed out that you’re just not yourself right now.
Perhaps people have even voiced serious concern. We are here for you.
You’re tired of dealing with Depression Symptoms
If the above statements sound familiar, you might be dealing with depression. You are not alone in this! In 2021 28.6 % of people reported dealing with depression every day. Many of these individuals find great relief with depression medication management. If you are in Indiana, consider IN Focus First for your depression treatment.
Some people simply don’t understand that you have NO energy and can’t seem to get out of bed at all, much less function. As a young adult in Indiana, you don’t have to live with depression symptoms! Depression medication helps you manage the big emotions and lack of energy that comes with depression. Being depressed is horrible. We can help. Depression does not have to define you.
Depression Medication
Living in rural Indiana is great, but finding psychiatric care is difficult. The nearest psychiatrist with availability near you might be hours away, and getting a psychiatrist with appointment availability in Indianapolis quickly? That is simply not possible. Telehealth psychiatry in Indiana can help you manage your symptoms of depression through antidepressants or other medication for depression.
If you find yourself wondering if medication for depression might be right for you, consider scheduling a consultation with our team of professional psychiatric experts today! If you’re not sure, there are many great reasons to consider antidepressants to manage your depression symptoms.
Depression Symptoms
Wondering if it’s depression or just the blues? Check out the symptoms of depression listed below!
If you find yourself living with any of the below depression symptoms, considering antidepressants is a good next step. Therapy is a great option as well, but without medication, oftentimes depression left untreated can lead to dire consequences.
Depression Symptoms
Feelings of: sadness, emptiness, & hopelessness
Crying easily
Anger & Irritability even over small matters
Insomnia or sleeping too much
Tiredness and lack of energy
Suffering from…
Loss of interest in most or all normal activities, such as sex, hobbies & sports
Having feelings of worthlessness
Reduced appetite or increased cravings for food and weight gain
Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions, and remembering things
Or Maybe…
Anxiety, agitation, or restlessness
Slowed thinking, speaking, or body movements
Psychiatric Care in Indiana
Depression is all-encompassing and doesn’t have to control your life. You can find recovery from your symptoms of depression. Depression doesn’t have to be a life sentence. Our trained psychiatric experts in Indiana are ready and able to help you find freedom from depression.
Depression is terrible, and medication helps. While it is true antidepressants can take some time to work, once they do it can be life-changing. If you are struggling with depression and considering medication, IN Focus First may be the best choice for your recovery.
Our approach to Depression medication in Indiana
Depression Medication On Your Time
Here at IN Focus First, instead of having traditional insurance and paying a copay each visit, you pay an intake fee and then a low monthly fee, which might even be less than your copay!
Find the Right Care
Finding mental health care can be difficult, especially in rural areas. We now have online mental health services to help provide access to psychiatry in rural communities, such as Portage, Valparaiso, Crown Point, and Schererville.
At IN Focus First we love working with young adults in Indiana who don’t have access to traditional psychiatry services.
What is stopping you from starting on depression medication?
If you are in need of medication for depression, it is smart to see a psychiatric provider over your primary care doctor. Psychiatric providers have specialized education in depression treatment and medication and provide a nuanced approach to mental health care.
There are many different medications and all have different effects and work on different symptoms. Without a thorough understanding of psychiatric medication, primary care doctors are not able to provide the level of care that a trained psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner can.
Start Depression Medication in Indiana
Depression symptoms can affect every part of your life without antidepressants. Meet with an online psychiatrist in Indiana for depression treatment with antidepressants. IN Focus First will help you get on the right depression medication management plan. Our mental health experts in Indiana are ready to help you. Start with these three simple steps:
01 — Initial Mental Health Evaluation
Start right now on the road to depression treatment by scheduling your initial appointment. You will talk with a psychiatric practitioner in Indiana to discuss your depression symptoms. Together you’ll decide on the right antidepressants.
02 — Depression Medication Follow-Ups
Speak with your psychiatrist in Indiana as needed to maintain management of your depression symptoms. You’ll be able to make adjustments and get refills on your antidepressants.
03 — Overcome Your Depression Symptoms
Get your life back and start feeling relief from your depression symptoms with the help of antidepressants.
Offering more than Depression Medication in Indiana
Our psychiatrist in Indiana are trained to provide psychiatric evaluations. Whether you’re wanting ADHD medication, anxiety medication, sleep medications, or bipolar medication we can help. Not sure what exactly you need? That’s what the initial mental health evaluation is for! Schedule your initial psychiatric evaluation today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take for depression medication to work?
Many will see some benefits in 1 to 2 weeks but you should expect to see the medication working it’s best at 4 to 8 weeks. This does vary for different individuals, so if you are not seeing the improvement you are looking for be sure to talk with your medication provider before stopping the medication.
What types of medications are used for depression?
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)
Atypical Antidepressants
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
How do I know which medication will work best for me?
It is important to discuss this with your medication provider. Giving them a thorough history of your symptoms, current medications, and what you are looking for in treatment will help guide them in finding the medication that will work best for you. Remember, when in doubt, ask your medication provider. They are the first line to relieving any anxiety around trying a new medication.
What if I don’t get better with medication?
If you are not seeing results at all or the results you were hoping for, please contact your medication provider. It is important to let them know what is going on so they can work with you to get the results you need. Often times, medications need more time to work effectively, or they just need adjusted. The important thing is, if you start doubting your medication, do not just stop your medication, please contact your provider first.
Do antidepressants cure depression?
Antidepressants are not a cure to depression; they are a treatment for the symptoms of depression. Depression has multiple possible causes, it could be genetic, biological, psychological, or environmental. Antidepressants do not change these things but rather address the symptoms related to depression.
Can I drink on antidepressants?
This can vary but in general, it is not advised to drink while taking antidepressants due to the effects alcohol can have on the medication. Alcohol is known to worsen side effects and decrease the effectiveness of antidepressants.
What if I miss a dose of my depression medication?
This is another great question for your medication provider or pharmacist as this does vary based on the particular medication you are prescribed. But the typical recommendation is to take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose, in this case you would just skip the missed dose and start again at the normal time for your next dose.