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Aug 2025
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#197 Anxiety ≠ Depression: Clearing Up t...

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Have you ever been told that your anxiety must mean you're also depressed - or vice versa? You're not alone. Back in the early 2000s, even some psychiatrist used to tell their patients that. I've educated most of my colleagues about this, but in 2025, I thought DOCTORS knew better. Let's clear up some misconceptions.


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