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Who should i go see if I think I'm suffering from depression? What kind of doctor? a General Doctor?


I dont' know what is going on...but for the past few months i cannot shake this feeling i have. I have sudden highs, and then extream lows....for no reason...I don't know whats going on...many people told me they think its depression...okay...well... who do i go see?

Yes, a General Practitioner should be just fine. You sound bipolar, but it could just be depression. However, a doctor can get you started on general anti-depressants and see how that works. If you don't seem to get help with that, ask for a referral to a psychiatrist, not a psychologist. A psychologist can't write you a prescription, a psychiatrist can!
you need to get into a psychologist
u can go to a regular doctor and he will refer u to a psychiatrist if necessary
go see your regular doctor and they will refer you if need be to a specialist! good luck
It sounds more like bipolar disorder. I suggest you see a psychiatrist. Your insurance may require a referral from your primary care doctor. If that is the case, just ask for the referral and try not to let the primary care doctor treat you. Bipolar disorder is a little more complex than depression.
either your doctor;or a mental health counselor
Your regular doctor should be able to diagnose it. They may decide to refer you to a specialist afterwards. Any MD including psychiatrist can prescribe medication but you may want/need counseling in addition to or instead of the meds. Have that discussion.
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