I agree with the other suggestions here. I believe that therapy is an important part of treatment. The meds do not "cheer you up" they simply correct a chemical imbalance that makes the depression impossible to lift. Once the chemical imbalance is corrected, therapy becomes more effective.

Also note as others have said that it can take several weeks for the medications to take effect, and it is only after that period that it can be properly decided as to whether that medication is helping or another one should be tried.

Therapy during all of this will help her develop the coping skills she needs to fight the depression and will help get out of the depression as the medicines begin to take effect.

I would focus on trying to convince her to take the time necessary to receive therapy, and let the therapist help her decide how much treatment is needed. Group therapy or private therapy, how often, etc. There are programs that offer intense therapy every day. If she is in bad shape, but not necessarily in danger of hurting herself, this may be a good option.

Good luck and keep posting here for more info and support!

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