Rebecca

Consider the profile of this hypothetical patient below:

Occupation: Teacher, mother of two

Age: 38

Current MDD Presentation:

• Partial response since switching from SSRI to SNRI, despite optimal dose/duration
• Current symptoms: pessimistic thoughts, ongoing sadness, excessive worry
• Expresses a reluctance to switch antidepressants
• Symptoms of anxiety

Actor portrayal.

I’m worried my progress has stalled. I’m a little better since switching antidepressants, but still feel down and I'm anxious about my performance at work. Is there more that could be done?

Rita

Consider the profile of this hypothetical patient below:

Occupation: Nurse

Age: 46

Current MDD Presentation:

• Partial response since switching from SSRI to SNRI, despite optimal dose/duration
• Current symptoms: pessimistic thoughts, ongoing sadness, excessive worry
• Expresses a reluctance to switch antidepressants
• Symptoms of anxiety

Actor portrayal.

When I first started my medication, I felt better. But lately I haven't experienced much improvement in my depression symptoms. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed and anxious. What else can we do?

Justin

Consider the profile of this hypothetical patient below:

Occupation: Waiter, lives with a roommate

Age: 31

Current MDD Presentation:

• Partial response since switching from SSRI to SNRI, despite optimal dose/duration
• Current symptoms: pessimistic thoughts, ongoing sadness, excessive worry
• Expresses a reluctance to switch antidepressants
• Symptoms of anxiety

Actor portrayal.

My meds are helping a little, but I still struggle with pessimistic thoughts. I try to work through it, but positive thinking is not enough. What other options do I have?