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Dec 02, 2012, 06:27 PM
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I sort of suffer from depression. Recently it hasn't been that bad. But I've had time where it hurts very badly. I get depressed usually everyday. I'm on meds for schizophrenia. But the saying "what you resist persists" and other stuff keeps me from getting treatment for my depression. And I wonder if the depression is my fault. Do meds really make a difference?
Thanks.
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Dec 02, 2012, 08:06 PM
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Depression coexists with many other disorders, including schizophrenia. While medication can be helpful for depression, it is best treated with a combination of medication and therapy because the medication is only a temporary solution. If you get off of it, you will be right back where you started if you use medication alone. I would suggest you start with therapy and go on meds only if you really need it, though you should get a professional opinion.
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Dec 03, 2012, 01:35 PM
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Medicine can definitely help in the short term, but I agree with what Landance said. Therapy is also an important component. I would definitely talk to your doctor about your symptoms.
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Dec 04, 2012, 12:33 AM
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You need to cheer up yourself. Meet different people, try to know their lives, you will feel better. Make new friends, go for rides. Stay busy all the time. You will be fine. Medication is not always effective.
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Dec 04, 2012, 07:19 AM
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medicines do make a difference.. but it has a cost of side effects too...
its better to go with therapy.. its in ur hands to recover... mind is above all.. know to cheat ur mind. don't stay alone. just go out. have a cup of coffee at a cafe. hav a chat with a stranger. u'll not even know that u r depressed when u cheat ur mind. the medicines prescribed are generally to stimulate the serotonin hormone. excess of it could give lots of trouble. wishing u all luck and happiness |
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Dec 04, 2012, 04:35 PM
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I found that exercise is every bit as good as meds but meds and exercise is even better.
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Dec 04, 2012, 08:58 PM
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