Anyone had success in ending your depression ?

Question

I would like to hear your answer - what you did ?

Answer 1

Sure, I've ended my depression several times. That's what makes it so insidious. It really depends on the nature of your depression. Depression can happen to a mentally healthy, well balanced individual under situations that severely stress feelings of self esteem (moving [no friends], loss of job, divorce, etc.) and many people rebound from these events to have no other episodes of depression.
Some people have recurring episodes of depression. It could be chemical, or a learned behavior, but the end result is that stress catches up and overwhelms them.
Even those of us with chemical imbalances can have periods where medication has eased the pain of depression. Unfortunately, too often the constant use of one primary medication can render it ineffective. Then it's back to depression and hoping to find a new anti-D that works as well as the old one did at one time. This may take some time, and often the depression can gain a foothold that is difficult to overcome even after finding an anti-D that seems to work well.
Time is the answer to your question. In time you will learn which type of depression you have, and in turn, how best to deal with it.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

I've had chronic depression for many years. Combo of therapy and medication has helped. I saw a therapist for 6 yrs, haven't seen one now for about 3 but still go to a psychiatrist for medication. When things were going very well, my Dr. suggested weaning me off the meds but I have not been able to do that. Less medication and the depression comes back with a vengeance. I think I am one of those people who will always need to be on medication, but I can tell you I do not struggle with depression as an obstacle to my life on a daily basis as it used to be. I am doing fine at a job I've been able to hold down for 9 yrs, am back in college at night, etc. Sometimes I struggle with it, especially if I am under alot of stress. It never completely goes away for some of us, but I can certainly say that I've had long stretches of time (months) where I didn't give a thought to it (ie., "I'm so depressed today") and I have had times where I really was quite happy too. I think it is great that some people do not need medication, or are assisted with natural remedies, or are pulled out of their depression by their religious convictions or friends and family. Sometimes when I hear that I question the severity of that person's depression. Some people have acute depression brought on by a specific event or life crisis, and they can overcome it without long-term psychatric treatment and medication. I, however, have had severe depression for many years and it runs in my family. If you need to take medication forever, that doesn't mean you can't have a great life, so just remember that. The key is finding a doctor that can distinguish what is the best course of treatment for you... and can determine if you have depression relating to a life situation, or depression that is chemically based, or both, etc.

Answer 4

I was diagnosed with depression 7 years ago when I had a failed suicide attempt- I have been on anti depressants ever since. Depression is caused from a chemical imblance in the brain and this is why I have no problem taking medication for it- it's just like any other illness. The longest I have been able to be off my tablets for is about 5 weeks, then I begin have all my old strange feelings and emotions back.

Medication and exercise (releases endorphins) have helped me.
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Answer 5

St. John's Wort is very effective (worked for me) - but I recommend if you wish to go the alternative route that you see a natural health doctor - he or she can provide you with top quality herbs not otherwise found in over the counter preparations. Also, consider therapy - this will end the problem once and for all. Depression can be a chemical imbalance - but there are also personal self esteem issues and environmental factors that can result in depression.

Answer 6

I dealt with major depressive disorder for years. Medications were not helpful but time, talking, and friends and family did. Pets are wonderful as well, they give you a non-judgemental ear to listen to what you have going on. Also, set a goal for yourself to complete each day then each week, month, and year. Success in completing them helps raise moods. Also antidepressants and herbal supplements like St. John's wort. Good luck to you.

Answer 7

I used buckets of pills it seems. then i changed doctors my new doctor introduced me to selp hypnosis that was 20 years ago. no more pills. Also some how the book The Power Of Positive Thinking was on my desk. this has been a great help. Change your thinking Change Your Life. Dr Peale passed away but mrs.Ruth peale is still alive. Get this book hard to put down: I am now 67:

Answer 8

I doubt that it is completely ended but have been finally non-depressed and taking no anti-depressants for over a year now. A few sessions of counseling and prozac for 5 years.

Answer 9

Spend lots of time praying to the Lord God. Depression is not from Him. Depression is caused by a lack of loving yourself. Enjoy life. Find a healthy hobby. Something has caused you to feed on a problem. Get up and get going. Later is too late. Now is the time to enjoy from where you are. What are you waiting on?