A fortunate follow-up for a patient with depression
His GP prescribes an antidepressant - and then the trouble starts
Peter, a 45-year-old unemployed man, presents with several months of feeling down on most days. This is associated with initial insomnia, reduced motivation, fatigue and excessive worry.
He denies associated panic symptoms, anorexia, feeling worthless, self-harm or suicidal ideation.
