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Recent studies have linked depression to chronic inflammation. [1] Long COVID is also tied to inflammation.

I can only speak from my experience in battling (non-COVID) depression that as I have gotten my inflammation under control (better diet, herbal supplements, medication, alternative medicine), my pain and depression have eased significantly.

If you can, attack it from all angles. See a psychiatrist who can find a medication suited to your specific symptoms of depression. A therapist will be important, too. Maybe look into a chiropractor or massage therapist (depression can cause pain). Consider a nutritionist to help you with an anti-inflammation diet. Acupuncture, medical cannabis. I haven’t tried/needed all of these yet, but they’re tools I know I can tap into if needed.

Good luck, feel better.

[1] https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-asymmetric-brain...

[2] https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/long-co...