There is broad consensus among psychiatrists who treat chronic pain that:
- Major depression and chronic severe pain are frequently comorbid conditions, and
- Antidepressants can improve both conditions, when found together, Or separately, and
- The management of both conditions is complicated by iatrogenic opiate and anxiolytic tolerance and dependency.
Dr. Covert is a psychiatrist in Houston, Texas and a Texas Workman’s Compensation psychiatrist who assists patients with these conditions with cognitive behavioral therapy, outpatient detoxification and treatment for depression with medications which are not habituating, and do not aggravate depression, cognitive functioning and the ability to collaborate in pursuing treatment goals.
Posted on 4-8-2011
