How can I treat my depression without using prescription drugs?!
Question:
How can I treat my depression without using prescription drugs?
I have been feeling depressed for a while. The Dr was looking at putting me on some medication but I have resisted that. There has to be another way.
Answers:
Many people resist taking medications. There are many beliefs about taking medications that may have get in the way of you feeling better. Depression is devastating and zaps your ability to enjoy life. Talk therapy with a trusted therapist can be helpful to understand your life situation and can offer you a lot of support in understanding your thinking and how it affects your mood. However, another part of the depression can absolutely be physiological and you may be surprised to find that once you begin a medication your depression lifts significantly. My advice is to talk to someone you trust to determine if you want to try medications and find yourself a therapist with whom you have a good rapport.