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Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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pinkpumpkin143 02/28/2011

I have been doing tons of research on these and would greatly appriciate any information anyone would have for me or could share experinces. I know this topic has been around before but before I try one I would like to see if anyone could add info to what I found it would be a really big help to me!

deleted_user 02/28/2011

i've only tried the rescue remedy and it did relax me. its been awhile ago...glad you posted this as its a reminder for me to try it again!

deleted_user 02/28/2011

I had decent results with St. John's Wart. I'm not sure if it was all in my head but I did feel a little better. It's definitely not going to hurt unless you're taking other medications that it could interact with.

deleted_user 02/28/2011

I've tries 5-htp. Not sure what to think. I would suggest starting on a small dose 50mg at most at first. For me personally taking it at night gave me some crazy dreams. I had better luck taking it in the morning.

I've tried St John's Wort and no luck for me.

Right now for me it's all about exercise, diet and omega 3's.

wildclaw 03/01/2011

I know a few ppl that st John's wort and rescue remedy worked great for (specially rescue rem). I my self, johns wort didn't do anything. Rescue remedy I felt a lil bit.. but not enough to continue with it. but I have issues with anything I take usually has to be a higher doze than normal (high tolerance to everything). I would say rescue remedy is worth the shot!

never heard of 5htp.

deleted_user 03/01/2011

I got zip as far as help from these but I have some strange workings in my body system, I sure hope they help others.

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