Does St. John's Wort really work for depression??/ if so, how long does it take to get into your system>>

Answer 1

It does work for mild depression & should not be taken with any other anti-depressant or anti-anxiety drugs.
It will take a few weeks, but like all other anti-depressant medication, you don't "suddenly" improve. It's done more "by inches". Somewhere along the line it just hits you "hey I don't feel as bad as I did"

Some people keep a journal writing their daily feelings. Then they go back and read old entries which reinforce the emotional changes made.

Answer 2

St Johns Wort is a herbal remedy for mild depression. Like many herbs and medicians its effects differ from person to person. Most long term meds/herbal remidies need a two week period to interact with your system. If by that time you are not noticing any improvement than you need to consider a change in treatment. If your depression is negativly affecting your life or you have thoughts of suicide then don't mess around with St. Johns Wort see a doctor and get a scientificly proven anti depressent

Answer 3

I would use caution with this.. for some people St. John's Wort helps right away (within days) and some people, it honestly can make things worse or bounce you towards other issues (anger, mania, etc).

Answer 4

I've tried it. For general malaise or anxiety, it did seem to help after a few days of taking it regularly. It doesn't make real problems go away, though. Perhaps it works more or less depending on your belief that it helps.

Answer 5

Its mild a natural that helps some with light blues.
Not appropriate for depressive illness & HUGE WARNING must not be taken if you are on antidepressants.

Answer 6

I think after trying it I found it sucked. Its only for super mild cases. anything more has to be dealt with therapy and real meds to combat the depression and anxiety.