To get another perspective, they may ask if they can speak to your family members or a close friend. Your GP will usually treat you themselves. If you are severely depressed you may be admitted to the psychiatric ward of a hospital. Many people with depression struggle on alone, without any professional help, and although it can get better on its own, depression can cause a lot of disruption in your relationships and home life. Or you may be offered a combination of drugs and talking therapies, usually if your depression has not responded to treatment.
Individuals find different things helpful.
Talking therapies can help people who want to understand themselves their depression better. Medication Antidepressants are the most common drug treatments for depression. They aim to restore chemicals in the brain to a healthy level. These were one of the first drug treatments for depression and are still used widely today. This can be useful for depressed people who also have sleep problems, but is an unwanted effect for others.