Working Well

In Australia there are a large number of possible treatment and management methods for depression depending on an individual’s symptoms, type of depression, severity and the cause, if it is known.

It is important to get a thorough assessment by a trained professional before embarking on a specific treatment program, as some types of depression will respond best to different treatment methods.

A combination of psychological therapy and antidepressant medication is commonly considered the most effective treatment for depression in Australia, however, depending on the nature of the depression, there are a number of other combinations and options that may be suitable for depression management and treatment, including self-management approaches.

At Working Well, we respect the right of individuals to make informed choices, especially where the experience of depression is mild to moderate.  Therefore, the information we have presented contains some diversity in terms of treatment methods, including medical, psychological, complementary and alternative options.

Please remember that this is for general information purposes only.  It is important that you discuss all treatments with your doctor or healthcare professional before embarking on a new or complementary program.

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