200. My primary physician gave me a prescription for anti-depressant medication, will it help to talk to a psychologist too? 

Depression is a psychological condition that changes how you think and feel. Sleep and concentration problems, chronic fatigue and a lack of motivation are common symptoms. When these symptoms are severe, it is difficult to manage everyday life tasks. Both psychotherapy and medication are used to treat depression. Research has found that cognitive therapy is more effective than other treatment approaches, including medication. However, some people respond better to a combination of both cognitive therapy and anti-depressant medication. 

Anti-depressant medication provides some relief from the physical and emotional symptoms of depression. This can help you to manage you life better, but you should also see a psychologist for cognitive psychotherapy, to resolve the life problems and change the thoughts and beliefs that caused the depression to develop. While some people may continue on anti-depressant medication after they have completed a course of psychotherapy with a psychologist, it may not be advisable to continue on medication long term without combining that treatment with psychotherapy. There is more information about depression and psychotherapy elsewhere on this site.