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David Mrazek, M.D.
David Mrazek, M.D.
Dr. David A. Mrazek is chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Psychology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn., and a professor of psychiatry at College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic. Dr. Mrazek has developed a federally funded psychiatric pharmacogenomics research program and implemented clinical psychiatric pharmacogenomics services at Mayo Clinic.
He has received numerous awards including the Award for Creativity in Psychiatric Education from the American College of Psychiatrists and the Agnes Purcell McGavin Award for Distinguished Career Achievement in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry from the American Psychiatric Association. He currently serves as chairman of the board of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Dr. Mrazek has focused his current efforts on using pharmacogenomics testing to improve clinical care. One of his specific goals is to decrease the risks of taking psychiatric medications.
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Depression blog
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June 24, 2009
When depression treatment isn't working
By David Mrazek, M.D.
When people say their depression treatment isn't working, lots of things come to mind.
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- Are you taking your medication exactly as prescribed?
- Are you attending to your basics needs, such as sleeping at least eight hours and eating regular, healthy meals?
- Are you using alcohol or other drugs?
- If in recovery for drugs or alcohol, are you following your sobriety plan?
- Are you taking pain medications (prescribed or over the counter)?
- Are you going to therapy on a regular basis as prescribed (if applicable)?
- Are you balancing work and leisure activities?
- Are you surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people?
- Are you dedicating some "you only" time, such as meditating, listening to music, or shopping?
- Are you trying something new to boost your mood and self-esteem (music, short concert, walk, church, coffee shop, etc.)?
- Are you keeping your mind active? You may try crosswords, sodoku, video games, or reading.
Getting better means taking care of yourself and doing things that help you feel better. You likely won't feel like it, so start slow and work up. You can do it and it will pay off by improving your depression. Share with others if you have any tips on things that help get you through the rough spots.
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