The Psychology of Depression and Anxiety - Dr. Scott Eilers

6 Reasons Your Depression Isn’t Getting Better


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Depression treatments often fail because they focus too much on the mind, ignoring the body. Your brain is an organ first and an emotion-producer second, which changes everything about treatment.

Living with treatment-resistant depression isn't just about finding the right therapist or medication. Understanding whether your struggles stem from physical health, self-talk patterns, or connection difficulties can completely transform your recovery journey.
In this video, I break down six often-overlooked reasons why your depression might be stubbornly persistent. These insights come from 15 years of clinical experience helping people who thought nothing would ever work.


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