I have struggled on and off with depression for five-ish years. I am no longer on medication (and don't wish to be), but certainly have my bad days. From experience, can anyone vouch for a particular alternative or naturpoathic treatment/rememdy that has given significant results. I am using counselling currently, but would like to know about a particular herb or rememdy that had been helpful to people out there. Thanks.
2007-01-31 10:44:04 · 4 answers · asked by Lucy D 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
5-HTP (a form of L-Tryptophan); St Johns Wort; Melatonin ... I believe very strongly in exercise ... particularly weight training. I have battled depression my entire life and exercise (a regular routine) will do wonders. 5-HTP may be the first thing to try.
2007-01-31 12:11:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a therapist that also uses hypnotherapy. They won't have you clucking like a chicken or something ridiculous like that, but what it does do is help you to visualize relaxation. You can actually be "programmed" with a specific word or thought to help you in every day situations. I was a hard core skeptic until I tried it and I'm impressed how it helped me deal with the loss of my Grandparents.
2007-01-31 18:54:00 · answer #2 · answered by Zen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try accupuncture, only with a legitimate, licensed accupuncturist though.
2007-01-31 18:57:37 · answer #3 · answered by lilyfrog99 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe you should try yoga also.
2007-01-31 18:47:16 · answer #4 · answered by Tian 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋