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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Dracona 09/17/2010

i have taken meds in the past after a miscarriage, but to be completely honest, meds SCARE me. i only took them cause i was desparate and i thought i was dangerous to others at that point. i would have taken anything at that point. but there is always something new coming out,
sometimes side effects from these things dont show up for years and years, and i have never met anyone, who was able to take them, then get off them and never need them again, or who was the same or better afterwards.

there is always something new. here take this, cure your depression, however may cause rectal bleeding and sleeplessness, and the list goes on.

ZAZAS 09/17/2010

I worry about all the new drugs that come out (for everything). It is like we are a guinea pig for new drugs and their side effects. I take medication, to me it is like balancing a scale. Take then now, get the help I need risking side effects that may not be there OR don't take them, stay sick and give up hope for the future and today. Other words, I feel my depression merits taking the medication. If some side effect occurs in 5, 10 or 20 years, it beats staying in depression that long without any help.

deleted_user 09/17/2010

The least amount of medication you can take is always the best. There have been studies to show that medication alone is not the answer. Usually a combination of therapy, meds, etc. Most people want a pill for everything without doing the work to help themselves. I for one, have been able to keep my depression med down to just one by exercising. However since a medical set back a couple of years ago, I haven't been exercising much and my depression is worse. Coincidence? I think not. My doc believes in the least amount of medication as possible so I just have to get my lazy carcass up and move. I am so lucky to have the doctor I have. Oh, and I do alot of self-reflection which is also helpful.

As zazas said though, you have to weigh benefits and risks. Sometimes medication is absolutely necessary to keep people safe. You have to find what works for you. good luck to you.

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gooch 09/17/2010

I agree with D4y.
If you see a good therapist it can be of tremendous help.

deleted_user 09/17/2010

I took my meds for a year and a half, and then weaned off on my own.

We have to find the will to go on....self worth....motivation....etc. on our own. Pills cant give it to you.

And actually, I got much better on my meds (wellbutrin), and when I say that, I mean it caused the suicide desire to go away. That's all it did.

It DID NOT give me confidence, affirmation, motivation, new friends or relieve my financial woes.

We have to think better, to feel better. instead of pills, engage in combat inside your brain. counter negativity, and know you are worthwhile.

have some peace~

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