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Dr . DuBosque shared that if any or all of these symptoms occur on most of the days in a six-month period , the condition may be GAD .
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Dr . DuBosque says when considering the symptoms associated with major depression and GAD , there is clearly a great deal of overlap . That is why people not trained in assessing these conditions find it hard to know which is present . What ’ s more , as noted above , the two conditions can be co-occurring .
Consequently , if any of the symptoms of these two debilitating mental illnesses are present for a significant period of time , it is important to talk with your
healthcare provider . There are effective treatments for both depression and anxiety — from “ talk therapy ” to medication — and the sooner you start them , the sooner you can return to more normal functioning and better mental and emotional health .
To schedule an appointment with a provider at Baptist Health Medical Group Behavioral Health , call 859.544.8171 or visit BaptistHealth . com / BehavioralHealth .
If you or someone you love needs mental health support , call the Baptist Health Behavioral Health Resource Connection at 800.395.4435 ; seven days a week , 7 a . m . -7 p . m .
The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 is also available 24 / 7 .
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