Do you really think that you can out come depression on your own?

Answer 1

Depends on if you are "blue" or seriously depressed.

Medication is most helpful today.

One need not "tough it out".

:-)

Answer 2

Yes it can be done. Takes alot of will power, being honest and looking into your mind, body and soul.

If you feel that you have the ability or for financial reason there is no other way for you to go then you must search all avenues of your thoughts and emotions to find out what is really the root cause of your being in a state of depression. (An ofcourse this is where you must be very honest with yourself).

Then once you find the root cause, you must be able to make a list of alternative solutions that you will have to choose alone and with hope that your will make the right choice. Always try to see what the light at the end of the tunnel will be. Good or bad.

Now with the knowledge of the root cause you will do what is known as behaviour modification to rid yourself of the root cause and work at getting on track with the choice that you made so that you can live a quality life.

Best of luck

Clinical Psychiatrist, France

Answer 3

It is possible.....it is not easy. Drugs can help if part of the problem is organic. People who have good support systems ( close friends, family etc.) usually have an easier time of it. Before I got into computers I was a therapist for nearly thirty years and those people who managed to overcome depression were usually able to: 1) accept that they become depressed and 2) realize that physical activity is a natural mood enhancer and thus they got involved in some form or regular group activity. I never suggested "support groups" because misery love company and two studies by the APA have shown they do as much harm as good.

Answer 4

Does depression ever really go away? I have in the past been put on meds Paxil(I had no emotions at all while on I was like a zombie) Zoloft(helped some but still felt kinda not right on) I will still take Zoloft if my depression gets bad enough but mainly I just take things one day at a time talk things out with friends and family(they are so much better than any dr I have ever talked to) and just live my life. Most would say I'm not depressed but I know when I am and usually it has nothing to do with event in my life. I know that if I am thinking about chopping off my hair(not cutting but chopping it off till its just an inch long or so) that I am going through another low dip. Its not anything you can do alone, but no you don't neccasarily need meds to do it. Its about knowing yourself and thinking things through and learning how to handle the crazy things in life.

Answer 5

That depends. Life can be depressing. Feeling bad is sometimes a very healthy reaction to major changes, like a loss of a loved one, unemployment, war....

Our society tells us that we should always feel happy. Life doesn't always cooperate. Say a prayer, search your soul, and try to do something good for others, if you feel just a little better, then skip the expensive therapy sessions and mind-numbing drugs. If you have trouble finding the energy to do even that much, you might need help. But, don't let them talk you into drugs unless you have a chemical imbalance, there's too many side effects.

Answer 6

I have struggled with depression my whole life and to answer your question is no. I have been on and off of anti depressiants. Sometimes I need them and sometimes I dont. I had some idoit tell me once you dont need medication you can do it on your own. That was a big mistake. The thing is going on the meds for awhile is ok. Thats what their there for. Nothing to be embarresed about. The medication really works well. Why suffer when theres medication out there that can help? Thats my question.

Answer 7

I think it all depends on the person, and the severity of your depression.

Personally, I found it more effective to work on getting out of my depression on my own. I saw a therapist for almost a year to deal with my eating disorder, SI, and depression, and it seemed to only worsen my depression - I felt like a failure for having to see a shrink. (Of course, I'm a cynic .. it seems to me that anyone who charges upwards of $100 an hour to counsel you obviously cares about one thing and one thing only, and it's green and papery.) Surrounding myself with people who could support me and who knew me well was more theraputic to me.

However, it could be that I'm a real rarity in my opinion - I know I've never heard it out of anyone's mouth but my own :)

Answer 8

No, I don't and here is why:

I suffer from clinical depression, and have for most of my life. Medication & counseling have worked wonders for me.
Do remember that everyone is different & that only a medical professional is able to judge what is "right" for your situation.
Here's one of many web sites that will give you a better understanding of this condition.
Don't feel alone. this is something more people have than will admit to.
To further your search just type in "Depression" on your search engine and read on!
Good luck! Keep your chin up!

Answer 9

Guess you could if basically you don't have it or mild to moderate, but still recommed get help from family, friends, therapist or doctor if its moderate to severe. Don't go anti depressants if you really need to or the therapist or doctor feels you need them and talk to them about the choices out there as well because it might not work you or something else.

Answer 10

I think thats the only way a person can come out of depression. It's sort of like a tornado or hurricane... the only way the storm will go away is if the unbalance-corrects itself. If the depressed person can't fix the unbalance within themselves, how can they expect medications and other people to fix it for them?

Answer 11

Everyone undergoes depression at some time, perhaps even frequently... staying there becomes a matter of choice.

There are those who are unable to stop it... going thru the chemical changes within the brain.. those are the ones in need external help.