Major Depressive Disorder
It is important to seek support when sadness, low mood, or loss of interest are intense and last over time, deeply affecting daily life. That describes major depressive disorder, a marked form of depression.
Common manifestations: Persistent sadness, lack of energy, disturbances in sleep and appetite, difficulty concentrating, and loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyable.
When to seek care?: When these symptoms last a long time, make usual activities difficult, or thoughts of hopelessness appear, professional assessment is a priority.
Which specialist treats it?: The psychiatrist and the psychologist support these processes, and for minors the child psychiatrist is involved. If you or someone close to you is going through a stage like this, talking with one of these professionals can offer relief and support; if you have thoughts of harming yourself, seek help immediately.
Data on 216 doctors who treat major depressive disorder
Specialties that treat major depressive disorder
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Doctors specialized in major depressive disorder
Dr. Iraís Díaz Báez
Dr. Shelly Márquez
Dra. Blanca Margarita Moreno Ramírez
Dra. Brenda Magdalena Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. Irving Granados Velázquez
Dr. Erick Bautista
Dr. Lesbros Pablo Huelsz
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dra. Gabriela Osio Morales
Dra. Alejandrina Inés Nogales Imaca
Dra. Alejandrina Inés Nogales Imaca
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Felix Velasco Alva
Dr. Felix Velasco Alva
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Frequently asked questions
What is major depressive disorder?
It is important to seek support when sadness, low mood, or loss of interest are intense and last over time, deeply affecting daily life. That describes major depressive disorder, a marked form of depression.
Which doctor treats major depressive disorder?
Major Depressive Disorder is usually treated by specialists in geriatrician, complementary therapist, general practitioner, psychoanalyst, psychologist, psychiatrist, child psychiatrist, geriatrician and functional medicine specialist.