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Anyone know the standard treatment for depression? Anyone done it? Did it help?

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Originally posted by: Zim Hosein
Originally posted by: DAGTA
St John's Wort, if taken in enough dosage, does help.
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Out of curiosity, how does one know the proper dosage DAGTA?
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Talk to a doctor that believes in using St. John's Wort, usually a naturalist. The ideal dosage will be slightly different for each person.

If that is not possible, I'd say read around a bit online and start out with a small dosage and gradually increase until you feel a difference, then hold there.
 
Originally posted by: DAGTA
Originally posted by: Zim Hosein
Originally posted by: DAGTA
St John's Wort, if taken in enough dosage, does help.
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Out of curiosity, how does one know the proper dosage DAGTA?
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Talk to a doctor that believes in using St. John's Wort, usually a naturalist. The ideal dosage will be slightly different for each person.

If that is not possible, I'd say read around a bit online and start out with a small dosage and gradually increase until you feel a difference, then hold there.
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It's not for me, I was just curious, but thanks for the info DAGTA :beer:
 
Lexapro is good stuff. Very minimal side effects and it helped me get through some really tough times when my marriage fell apart. I don't recommend it long term but if you're going through some difficult circumstances, it's a lifesaver. It takes a week or two to kick in but once it does, it's a great pick me up. I was on it for about 3 months after my wife left me and it kept me from going over the edge. I quit taking it once I felt like I was able to manage on my own. But I did go back on it (by choice) as the holidays approached. Now I'm back off and doing just fine.

Consult with your doctor if you're feeling any signs of depression. It's nothing to be ashamed of, nor is it to be taken lightly. A lot of "normal" people deal with it and there is a lot of great help out there. Don't let it control your life.
 
Having been through family members dying, I found the best treatment for depression and grief for me was exercise.

Ever hear of "runner's high"? Vigorous exercise releases endorphins into your body, and you feel better.

I took up bicycling a few years ago, and I try to ride at least 50 miles a week. Use whatever works for you though, something you enjoy doing. Try running or cycling or swmming or whatever. Do it regularly, and you'll be surprised by how much better you feel.

I also used to have allergy problems. I've found the more I exercise (even though I'm outside and exposed to more pollens), the less trouble I have with allergies.
 
My mom is manic depressive. If you are sincerely depressed, it's a terrible thing and I've witnessed it first hand growing up. Medications are good, but know the side effects before you take something. I'd try to stay away from the SSRI's.

RemedyFind
 
Originally posted by: Zysoclaplem
Originally posted by: DainBramaged
Are we talking about chemical-imbalance type depression or more of a situational depression?
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This question is very relevant. It makes a huge difference.
But for general depression from certain situations (like divorce, loss of a loved one, lost job or even all of the above) require time, friends, family, fun and acceptance.
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Definitely. I'll chime in when the OP clarifies.
 
Originally posted by: Agnostos Insania
Originally posted by: Zysoclaplem
Originally posted by: DainBramaged
Are we talking about chemical-imbalance type depression or more of a situational depression?
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This question is very relevant. It makes a huge difference.
But for general depression from certain situations (like divorce, loss of a loved one, lost job or even all of the above) require time, friends, family, fun and acceptance.
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Definitely. I'll chime in when the OP clarifies.
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Yep, It'd be good to know exactly what the OP means.
 
Love FTW! I was like that, but then I found a girl who I really liked (yes, loved, too!), but then she went and started dating some other guy. I'm kinda a depressive person, but when you find someone, make friends, and it feels better! "Friendship lightens adversity by dividing it and sharing it around" -Marcus Arielus (sp?)
 
The most effective combination is reputedly counseling AND medication. I did counseling for two years for depression and it helped, but I didn't like the medication because once you start taking it it's a lifetime relationship and I don't like to build up a reliance on medication - if I lose access to it or not I could crash and that brings unwanted consequences.

I found my "pyramid" - frequent exercise to the tune of 5x a week, sleep, and proper nutrition keeps me in balance with very few cases of depression.
 
Originally posted by: nakedfrog
Originally posted by: DAGTA
St John's Wort, if taken in enough dosage, does help.
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That's worked pretty well for someone I know. I think two or three times per day.
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On the other hand, I know someone for which it did absolutely nothing.

Meditation is reputed to be of great help, provided you have someone who can guide you along the first few steps.
 
A sound body and mind will cure anything. Don't rely on drugs and vitamins alone... there are natural ways to improve your lifestyle such as exercise, proper eating, and a solid 8 hours of sleep.
 
Originally posted by: Geekish Thoughts
I'd try to stay away from the SSRI's.
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QFT * infinity

From the first-hand experience of dealing with generalized anxiety and several personality disorders and the depressive episodes that accompany, let me say that you'll want to have a whole meal before taking one of those SoBs, unless you particularly like puking up either digestive fluids (if taken on empty stomach) or maybe even your meal (if you take the medicine first). Of course, when my mother took the same medicine (for an acute depression diagnosed by her regular physician), she experienced none of this.

Oh, and don't even think about missing a dose. Just don't do it. You will feel terrible---and I don't mean emotionally.

Honestly, the only two courses of medicine that were worse to me than that Lexapro was 1) during the only week I spent in the (not-so-)loony bin, my doctor took it upon himself to see what would happen if he put me on the newest class of antipsychotic---it's certainly true that you feel like the zombie that you look like, and there was this localized spasm that actually meandered around my body---one time, when it reached my mouth, my lower jaw shot out violently to my left, trying to rip itself from my face for about 20-30 minutes. That was the end of taking that medicine. And 2) the god-awful six-month course of Accutane I took because I couldn't leave my face alone. God-awful, because I needed a blood test every month, and needles make me run for the hills.

Oh, hello. Was I just speaking out loud? 😛
 
Originally posted by: bersl2
Originally posted by: Geekish Thoughts
I'd try to stay away from the SSRI's.
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QFT * infinity

From the first-hand experience of dealing with generalized anxiety and several personality disorders and the depressive episodes that accompany, let me say that you'll want to have a whole meal before taking one of those SoBs, unless you particularly like puking up either digestive fluids (if taken on empty stomach) or maybe even your meal (if you take the medicine first). Of course, when my mother took the same medicine (for an acute depression diagnosed by her regular physician), she experienced none of this.

Oh, and don't even think about missing a dose. Just don't do it. You will feel terrible---and I don't mean emotionally.

Honestly, the only two courses of medicine that were worse to me than that Lexapro was 1) during the only week I spent in the (not-so-)loony bin, my doctor took it upon himself to see what would happen if he put me on the newest class of antipsychotic---it's certainly true that you feel like the zombie that you look like, and there was this localized spasm that actually meandered around my body---one time, when it reached my mouth, my lower jaw shot out violently to my left, trying to rip itself from my face for about 20-30 minutes. That was the end of taking that medicine. And 2) the god-awful six-month course of Accutane I took because I couldn't leave my face alone. God-awful, because I needed a blood test every month, and needles make me run for the hills.

Oh, hello. Was I just speaking out loud? 😛
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What you probably experienced was the initial stages of Tardive Dyskinesia. I'm glad you stopped taking them.
 
What you guys also need to remember is that doctors are sometimes being paid huge amounts of money from drug firms for pushing these products. As what happened to bersl2 which a new form of an atypical antipsychotic for depression.
 
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