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Dr. Josh D. Weinberg, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Newberry, FL specializing in family medicine. He graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 2021 and has 4 years of experience. Dr. Josh D. Weinberg, MD is affiliated with UF Health.
13611 Nw 1 Lane Suite 200
Newberry, FL 32669
1600 Sw Archer Road
Gainesville, FL 32610
Depression
Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."
Some common symptoms of depression include:
We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.
Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.
Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.
Dr. Josh D. Weinberg, MD graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 2021. He completed residency at University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Florida.
Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine (2021)
Residency: University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals (2024)
Licensed In: Florida
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Dr. Josh Weinberg's specialty is family medicine. His areas of expertise include the following: depression, type 2 diabetes, and skin abscess (e.g. boil). Dr. Weinberg is affiliated with UF Health. His education and training includes medical school at the University of Florida College of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Florida Health Science Center.