Posted by Dan Perkins on December 14, 2004, at 13:39:41
In reply to Do I suffer from Atypical Depression?, posted by tensor on December 14, 2004, at 12:32:41
I don't think an Atypical Depression diagnosis hinges on not having or having body dysmorphic disorder. I am definately Atypical, but I don't have body dysmorphic disorder.
When it comes down to it, though, the only reason why the label of Atypical depression is important is that it can signal which drugs you might respond to best. Specifically, the most effective drugs for treating Atypical Depression are MAOIs (Nardil and Parnate).
Also, though it is called "Atypical" depression, I have read that this is actually the most typical form of depression that people suffer.
poster:Dan Perkins
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