What is the best cure for depression?

Question

i have a friend who has been rapped and very depressed, she does'nt know what to do.

Answer 1

I was raped, too, but that was a long time ago and my family didn't believe in going to psychologists - it was only for crazy people! I sure could have used the counseling.

There are rape crisis centers who will be glad to help your friend. That's what they do. And it's true that an antidepressant may help her at this time in her life.

She's going to have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and needs the counseling. Please encourage her to go. Maybe you could go with her?

I still have nightmares and I don't believe anyone cares about me. There is a lot of emotional bondage I'm in that could have been undone by counseling.

Has she been to the police?

Answer 2

There is no "best" cure for depression, and anyone who says otherwise is misleading you. It really depends on the circumstances and the person. The best thing your friend can do is to talk to her doctor and have him recommend her to a professional. This is not a cure, but it can help tremendously. She may end up getting therapy, anti-depressants, or a number of other treatments. It will depend specifically on what kind of depression she is suffering from and what will work best for her, specifically. One thing that will help her a lot, however, regardless of how she is ultimately treated will be having a great friend like you that shows such concern for her! Be there for her, keep her entertained as best you can, and lend her an open ear when she needs it. Be supportive and encouraging, and do not judge her, and you will play an important role in her recovery. Good luck!

Answer 3

1. Counseling... she needs to talk about it and get professional help because of what has happened to her. This is a must.
2. Exercise. This is also a must.
3. She can talk to her doctor about a low dose of anti-depressant. Try Paxil CR.
4. She needs to keep a journal.
5. She needs to do fun things with good friends.

Answer 4

I am no expert, only in common sense. Support your friend, and be there for her. Don't get hooked on a bunch of mind pills, all they are going to is cause addiction. Go to group talks if possible to speak with others who may have gone threw this same tragic problem facing women.

Answer 5

Always think positive. Keep urself busy in work or study good books, good movie.Avoid rich dish.In bed u dream of very interesting event that has happened to u during the day. Try to extract good things from every corner.Take it easy.

Answer 6

Definitely counseling and strong support from a friend like you. If she needs to talk be a good listener and if she doesn't want to talk about it, suggest a physical activity like walking or swimming...something you could do together that doesn't require conversation.

Answer 7

The one that works. Depression is complicated and what works for one person, may not work for someone else. She needs to go to a therapist and start working on her recovery.

Answer 8

She needs to see a psychiatrist. A psychiatrist is a head doctor that can do what a psychologist or regular counselor can do, but more and prescribe medication, if needed. The doctor should also advise her on what to do to increase her physical activity, etc.

Answer 9

Exercise and socialize if this is not brain chemistry based.

Do this with a friend or two so that you feel safe.

Counseling is a must.

Go to one and just talk.

Praying helps too!

Answer 10

Taking medicine as prescribe by your doctor and getting plenty of rest ,exercise regularly and also eat an healthy diet.