The way you take medication and the length of time depend on your diagnosis. In the end it all depends on you and how you feel. Some people would rather be miserable than to take medication. Some people take medication and still feel bad. Still, other people come to terms with having to be on medication for the rest of their lives. It really is up to you. It could take awhile to get used to taking medication but once you're on them you should be able to see the difference between losing it and being in control. Good luck and God bless you.