We understand that it may be difficult to speak to your doctor if you suffer from MDD. It's hard for most people to talk to anybody about a problem, and depression is a very personal and private health matter.
However, it's important to remember that your doctor's job is to help you take care of your health. Part of that job is to talk to you about personal and private problems.
Remember: Your doctor talks to people about depression all of the time. According to recent research up to 60% of visits to family doctors (GPs) are for "non-medical" reasons (like depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns). Your doctor wants to help you, and knows how to help you.
If you aren't quite sure how to talk to your doctor, you'll find some tips and advice in this section. You can also find information on how doctors diagnose depression, and what to expect after diagnosis. This will help you feel more comfortable when asking for help.
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