Why Would Someone Need to Take Antipsychotics and Antidepressants?

Question by Lisa: Why would someone need to take antipsychotics and antidepressants?
Would this be bipolar disorder or something else? Thanks.
Yes, but I’m wondering about takin them BOTH at the same time. It seems weird that someone would be on antipsychotics to treat depression… I may be wrong though!

Best answer:

Answer by Melissa
Schizophrenia, depression, anxiety disorders, etc. There are a myriad if reasons why people need to take medications like these.

Answer by Raven
My bipolar friend takes 6 or 7 different meds. everyday. 2 are anti-psychotics, 2 are anti-depressants, and 2 are specifically for anxiety. The anti-psychotics are to enhance the antidepressants effects.

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