Depression Support Group

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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PAMJIT 09/02/2013

Hi all

I have been feeling a bit low in myself, and want to maybe try antidepressants?

Have they helped anyone here?

x Thanks

ThePepperMan 09/02/2013

I think it is best to start with health checkups, both physical and mental.

Before jumping in and using meds, it is often best to try to get to the root cause of your depression. If the cause is situational (ie something that happened) meds may not help much. If the cause is body/brain chemistry then odds are the meds will help.

Not sure if "feeling a bit low" is something that depression meds can help. Perhaps if you told us a bit more about what you are feeling??

Gentle hugs

sjmd 09/02/2013

I agree with The PepperMan see a doctor and try counseling first

deleted_user 09/02/2013

GO with what PepperMan and sjmd say. It is good advice.

reddog201 09/03/2013

they do help yes, it takes trial and error to get the right combination.i found that out the hard way. close monitoring is a must. if you want any more info please fee free to pm me. good luck pam

deleted_user 09/03/2013

Have any helped me???
To just say yes would be an understatement.
They changed my life! And they can change yours too!

deleted_user 09/03/2013

Could be dysthymia.
Ask your doctor. You don't need to suffer.

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