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Is There Permanent Cure For Bipolar And Regular Clinical Depression?

Hello sir,
I'd like to know the reason behind clinical depression in teenagers as I was diagnosed with it when I turned 18. Now I'm 21, I'm still on medications (Lamictal) but I have improved a lot. Now I'm ready to start college but I'm still upset about this illness as I'm the first one in my family. And it's just feels like God is cruel that I had to go through all this. Is there a permanent cure for bipoalr depression or even regular clinical depression.
Thanks a lot.
Thu, 27 Feb 2014
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Hi and thank you so much for this query

I am so sorry to hear about this depression that you had and currently still taking drugs for. Depression is often caused by some difficult experiences or moments in our lives. Drugs and counseling are used to manage this condition. Treatment is not lifelong and can always be stopped when you are doing a lot better. If symptoms should return after getting oft treatment, then you would most likely be asked to return to taking these drugs. It may be a wise option for your doctor to see if you are doing good enough to stay off medications. If you show good clinical state without drugs, then you may continue your life without necessarily being on drugs.

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Dr. Ditah, MD.
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Is There Permanent Cure For Bipolar And Regular Clinical Depression?

Hi and thank you so much for this query I am so sorry to hear about this depression that you had and currently still taking drugs for. Depression is often caused by some difficult experiences or moments in our lives. Drugs and counseling are used to manage this condition. Treatment is not lifelong and can always be stopped when you are doing a lot better. If symptoms should return after getting oft treatment, then you would most likely be asked to return to taking these drugs. It may be a wise option for your doctor to see if you are doing good enough to stay off medications. If you show good clinical state without drugs, then you may continue your life without necessarily being on drugs. I hope this addresses your query fully. Thank you so much for patronizing our services and please do feel free to ask for follow up clarifications and information if need be. I wish you the best of health. Dr. Ditah, MD.