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Close Depression
Type: Clinical (Major) Depression

Been diagnosed as "clinically depressed" a few years ago... haven't been able to work because of it.

Treatments

Celexa Somewhat Helpful

First medication used, but not effective enough.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Somewhat Helpful

I was in various seminars/groups for about a year. I discovered good tools for working with depression, however it takes work (sometimes hard work) to implement the practices and with my condition I am very often not motivated to maintain the practices.

Effexor Somewhat Helpful

Not working to my satisfaction (side-effects, etc), however my doctor says it's the best medication for my condition. Currently on 225mg per day.

Meditation Somewhat Helpful

Psychotherapy Somewhat Helpful

Support from Friends & Family Not Working

Wellbutrin Working / Worked

Worked while taking, but became too expensive to maintain.

Writing Working / Worked

Often works to clear my mind when I can't sleep and am obsessing about negative issues.

Physical Exercise Somewhat Helpful

While I could maintain this treatment it was helpful.

Close Loneliness

'cuz I'm lonely... :) and I'm hoping to find some tips on meeting people and overcoming my impairment(s).