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Kannan Clinic specializes in
psychiatric assessment, treatment and management for adult and
geriatric patients in a congenial office setting.
Treatment for Depression
Depression is one of the most successfully
treated
illnesses. When properly diagnosed and treated, more than 80
percent of those suffering from depression recover and return
to their normal lives. Most depressed elderly people can improve
dramatically from treatment. Common treatments for depression
include psychotherapy, antidepressant medications, and electroconvulsive
therapy (ECT).
If you are caring for an individual displaying what may
be symptoms of depression, consult a physician. The first step
is to assess whether the depression is a side effect of a
pre-existing medical condition, a side effect of medication,
or due to another cause. If the evaluation determines that the
person is depressed, ask for a referral to a geriatric
psychiatrist—a professional who specializes in treating
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Physicians Office Building •
911 E. 20th Street, Suite 403
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 322-7516 • (888) 605-8448
(605) 322-7519 Fax
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