Addressing and Evaluating Your Depression
Depression is an illness, and just like MS, it deserves the time, attention, and treatment that any other illness would be given.
Because our bodies are ultimately our own responsibility, we often must advocate for ourselves when addressing depression. Writing down your concerns prior to a doctor’s appointment, including a list of all the depressive symptoms you are experiencing, can be very helpful. Such a list may be given to the doctor or nurse during your visit.
Patients and family members need to understand that depression is not a weakness or a moral short-coming that people can simply “get over.” Depression is an illness, and just like MS, it deserves the time, attention, and treatment that any other illness would be given.