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depression therapy? is there online therapy/counseling for depression? like a chatroom, but a clean one. i dont want to have to take medicene, but i do want to talk to someone that i know has been through this and that i know i can trust. no screenames please, only trustable, free websites. this is a serious question. thank you
Is the key to managing or defeating depression mental therapy and will power or psychological drugs? I feel that depending on drugs is a double-edged sword for some people. While it improves and maintains the depression, it makes the individual develop a depency on the drug; remove the drug from the individual and their faced with not only their depression again, but now a drug addiction. Yet, I feel that therapy is not as easy as popping pills, but it teaches the individual how to deal with their lives only by depending on one thing: themselves, and not medication. Which do you feel is more effective for managing or curing depression: therapy or medication? Why? I was reading the answers hoping to not find a defensive one, but I did. Please keep in mind that my intent is to offend no one. I ask this out of pure curiosity. I do have my opinion but am 110% to be enlightened to believe otherwise. My intent is not judge those diagnosed and treated for depression. Your opinions and experiences are much appreciated.
Feel even worse after depression therapy? I have clinical depression and just started group therapy. I've been to two meetings and while it's been helpful to talk to other people with the same illness, I feel even worse than before. is that normal? When will I start feeling better? My doctor also perscribed prozac for me. No snide/stupid/mean answers please. Thanks.
Is this a good idea for Depression therapy? I was sitting at my computer chair today, and for no reason whatsoever a brilliant idea struck me. What if "tickle therapy" could a responsive treatment for those who suffer with depression? Tickling causes laughter which you would think in turn would cause happy chemicals (seratonin) in the brain to release. The next question would be, who would do the tickling? The obvious answer would be a spouse, but what about if you are single? Would be a little weird to have some stranger dude in a lab coat ticking you. What do you think?
Are there any other treatments for clinical depression besides therapy and medication? I suffer from clinical depression. I used to go to therapy and was on an anti-depressant. I am back in therapy again and I have an appointment to see a psychiatrist in a couple of weeks. However, I really do not want to go to therapy and be put back on medication. Are there any other treatments for clinical depression?
Is talk therapy with a legitimate, certified therapist and marijuana a cure for depression? I don't think marijuana is a cure for depression but other pharmaceuticals such as effexor, paxil, abilify (sp?) have not helped my depression. Talk therapy helps immensly. Talk therapy with a psychiatrist or therapist in conjunction with marijuana smoked in the morning helps me feel so much better. Can marijuana be viewed as another form of antidepressant and/or anti-anxiety meds.?
How long does it take for a Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Depression to take a minimum effect? I am currently doing a thesis about the use of CBT to post-myocardial infarct patients who are experiencing depression (at least 60% percent experience depression after myocardial infarction and 15-22% of them experience Major Depression). What I would like is to incorporate a Cognitive Behavior Therapy to Comprehensive Cardiac Rehabilitation Program which will lasts for 2 months. Any ideas? Opinions are welcome.
Does therapy actually help depression? My girlfriend has been battling depression for years but has never visited a therapist. She recently started taking prozac prescribed by her physician. I now have her on my insurance plan which includes mental health coverage. She is planning on visiting a psychologist. In your experience, does going to therapy have a noticeable affect on mood, behavior, etc. Can a person "cure" their depression through therapy? I am really hoping this will help her but have to admit I am skeptical. Does it work for some/most/no people?
Should i take therapy sessions to try and cure my depression, or pills? My therapist says therapy and depression pills both could help cure my clinical depression. My older sisters both take them and they say it makes them happier and it makes it easier to get through. However i have always been against pills to cure mental handicaps. Not because i think there bad, i just dont want my body to be dependant on them. But i also know they would cure my depression much quicker, which is what i want. To be happy agian. So what do i do?
What kind of things happen when you have depression therapy? What kind of things do they say, or do? Things like that. Any help would be great. Thanks!
What are some ways to manage/overcome depression without medication/therapy? I have suffered from depression my entire life and want to know ways to improve how I feel and cope in natural ways. I've been on a few medications in the past and have gone to therapy several times. I don't think that quite works for me. Thanks you to everyone who helped! : )
continue going to therapy for depression? Had depression for couple years now. Years later I finally ended up seeing a doctor, got put on a bunch of different pills. Currently also doing therapy and I've only gone about two or three times but every time I go there I end up talking about stuff that I don't want to. I'm also really shy and its a bit awkward for me. I feel like the pills are working and the therapy is expensive. Should I continue going to it? Side note: I'm suspecting it may be clinical depression or it may just be nothing. But I go through bouts of depression for no reasons.
How can I help my depression out without Therapy? I mean I want to go to therapy but my parents are not taking me and they say that they would.But I don't know what to do about it.My family thinks my depression is joke towards them and they get really mad at me when I act like this and say I'm crazy(as in mentally crazy) and say I would rather go to a mental institution then therapy but I don't know how I can change and not get them mad.And if you want you can message me about it
How do you handle major depression without therapy or drugs? Therapy is a bunch of B.S. You pay out the wazoo for it, and the lame-o therapist, or counselor expects you to take all of the responsibility and takes no accountability him or herself for your success or failure. WTF? I should just take the truck-load of money I'd give to the therapist and give it to a top-shelf whore. I'd get more out of the experience I'm sure. Self-Help books are absolutely insufferable reading. What the hell am I supposed to do?
Recommendations for natural depression therapy? I've been in counseling for almost a year now, and it's helping. However, I am sick and tired of being dependent on medications in order to feel "stable"; unfortunately, even ones that are mild doses seem to suck the life out of me. Can anyone recommend any natural supplements that are safe and potent, along with certain foods? Please don't leave any stupid responses advertising your Web site.
How can I relieve anxiety and depression without medication and therapy? I have a problem with depression and anxiety. I have for over 10 years now and I go in and out of depressed moods. When I'm down, I fall hard. Then, when I "snap out of it" my memories of the mood are blurry. I can't afford medication and therapy, so what are some techniques I can use to relieve the symptoms naturally? I am 26 years old
i would like to know if anyone knows of any websites where i can listen to peoples depression therapy sessions? i just want to know what other therapists are like so i can maybe help myself.
To relieve Depression, isn't therapy just as important as the antidepressants? It seems too many pills are prescribed without any kind of therapy. Why is therapy consistently ignored in the treatment of depression?
How does Spirit Release therapy work to heal depression and other mental illnesses? Most mental illnesses are caused by a spirit that attaches to the body.How does Spirit Release therapy work to heal depression and other mental illnesses?
is there a way to get rid of depression without therapy? i have depression and i am 13 and i have depression and i really have alot of problems in my life my parents fighting like extreme fighting and school pressure it has really taken a toll in my life like alot and sometimes i get really depressed that i want to kill myself or just wish i was dead i calm down but i just want to be happy and not worry!!help plzzz how can i get rid depression without therapy!!help!!!
How do I cure depression without therapy or antidepressants? I hate popping pills like a senseless moron and feel drugged and dopey throughout the day. I used to be a success at one time but bad turns of events have left me feeling hollow. I just need a self-help source that I can pick up and work through myself. I want to take responsibility for my life and make it work.
Are antidepressants or talk therapy more effective for depression or anxiety? Do you think antidepressants make people so emotionally numb that they mask the real problems? Antidepressants cause lots of side effects such as emotional numbing, dry mouth and fatigue that are difficult to live with. Is talk therapy typically more effective in treating depression or anxiety? Can depression and anxiety be overcome through talk therapy alone?
How do I find inexpensive therapy for depression/anxiety? I really need to lessen my feelings of depression and anxiety but I'm really tight on money and can't afford to pay a psychologist for private sessions. Is there some other way? I have an aunt and uncle who are both psychologists but I'm very hesitant to ask them for help because I don't feel comfortable sharing this with family or friends for that matter. I don't know if it is worth it to ask them or not? What other options are out there?
how can i get rid of my depression without therapy? * I have NO MONEY OR INSURANCE. im 20 years old. i feel like my life is extremely pointless. i have like 2 friends and i consider them friends but to them, they hardly even know me. most people i meet dont like me and i never have anything to do. i keep applying for jobs but i cant get a single one. im dumb im about a 10th grade level student. everyone in my family (cept my mom, and grandparents) think im stupid. i want to talk to my mom but shes in another country and wont be back for awhile. i just do nothing all day, during summer break. ive never had any real true friends in my entire life. i feel like i want to just sleep and not do anything ever and not have to do anything or see anyone. i dont know how i got this way, i wish i could just be normal. people say i need to get help, but what if you cant afford help? is there anything i can do to make my life worth living? would a Tryptophan supplement do anything?
How much would it cost to go to therapy for depression? I do have insurance and I am thinking therapy may help me. I can not pay to much for it right now. Also if anyone has been and could tell me what it is like and how it has helped you. I am a little afraid to go. Thanks
Who knows anything about shock therapy for depression and bipolar? My doctor is trying to get me to do shock therapy, im not sure that is a path i want to take.
How Much Does Therapy For Depression Cost? My dad has depression caused by medication he takes for a neck injury he got five years back...Probably also because of his nearly constant headache and neck pain...He's been really depressed and angry lately.
How effective is the systemic therapy in the treatment of depression? I just started therapy (individual) with a systemic psychologist because i have depression, how effective is it? how long will it take?
What's the best type of therapy for someone with self-esteem/depression issues? If someone were to be starting therapy for issues involving depression, low self-esteem, self-worth, and self-efficacy, which therapy would have the best chance in curing the person? Clarification: I'm asking about a case study, not myself. Thanks for the care and concern though! :-)
How effective is therapy for depression? Did you get "better" from therapy? Were you able to get over any emotional baggage you had? I just need some insight. Thank you.
Would colleges be less likely to accept you if you've received therapy for depression? A friend of mine is afraid to get help for her depression because she thinks she won't get accepted into a good college if they see she has/had a problem with depression. So she won't talk to anybody and I really think she needs help. Can someone tell me if this thing about college rejection is true?
How can a 14 year old cure social phobia&depression without drugs/medication/therapy? i have depression n social phobia.. ive tried to tell my parents to take me to therapy so many times but they wont listen tome and understand...i want to go to therapy by myself but i cant afford it.. and waiting till im old enough is just a waste of time.. please I've been having this for quite a few years now
What happens when you go to therapy for depression? i've been suffering depression for about 2 months now. i just now told my parents who told me they were going to send me to a therapyst but im scared and dont know what to expect. please help :(
Please help. I don't have the money to pay for therapy/medication for depression. What supplements can I take? I suffer from depression, and a main symptom I have is LACK OF MOTIVATION. I wake up everyday with little motivation to do anything. Some days I don't even feel like showering. I can't afford therapy/medication at the moment. Is there a supplement or an OTC medication that can help me feel motivated? I've already tried fish oil -- didn't work for me. What can I take for motivation?
If your husband was going through therapy for depression but has been caught cheating? in the past Would you support him and how far would you go thinking that this was a mid life crisis and the depression causing this? Please give me your thoughts I am confused on this?
Positive experiences of therapy for depression? have you had any experience of therapy for depression? what sort of therapy was it? how was it useful? any info would be much appreciated.
Has talk therapy helped your depression? I'm 48 and have had recurring bouts of moderate to severe depression for 20 years. I have tried talk therapy with psychologists and social workers several times. Although it is nice to have some outlet, I don't think it has helped, but I don't know whether I just had the "wrong" therapist or what. I want to hear opinions from people who have experience with counseling and depression - has it ever really helped you on a long term basis?
How can I help myself overcome depression without medication, therapy and CBT? I don't want to take meds, i can't afford therapy, and CBT doesn't work for me.
Can behaviour therapy be used for depression? Exam season, with an FYI. My text and notes say that it's used to treat phobias and addictions, but nothing about depression. I know that insight and biomedical (prescriptions) therapies are used for depression, but nothing about behavioural.
Has anyone used hormone therapy for depression? Have tried many different types of anti-depressants and pill cocktails however none of them work, they just keep me on a roller coaster ride and am tired of all the side effects. Wondering if anyone has tried hormone replacement and if yes how did it go or how is it going? Talking it over with my doctor but wanted some input from someone who has gone this route. I'm male, male or female input regarding hormone therapy appreciated. I can Google sites, especially ones that are only trying to sell something. Looking for personal experience if anyone has any.
how do you get over depression without therapy, drugs, alcohol or other degrading practices? enumployed college graduate who's too unmotivated to begin grad school without ever having worked a practical job in my field, too frustrated working out-of-industry, still hopelessly looking for a practical job, non-existent love-life, little communication with family and friends and several financial debts, credit cards, school loans, etc..how do I help this friend of mine who doesnt want therapy?
Is there some kind of therapy I can go to that covers both depression and anger manangement? I have depression symptoms and have problems controlling my anger. Is there a therapy that can kill two birds with one stone. I guess I could go to 2 different therapists/couselors but I have to balance school and work.
how do i find free therapy for depression? i don't have insurance and i don't think i can afford the cost at some places.
How much does a Neurostar transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy, for depression, cost? neurostartms.com: does not give the estimated or the actual costs for either 1 or multiple treatments at any clinic.
Do you think a psychologist can help with depression using cognitive therapy? Got any idea how that works?
Where can I find information on the pros and cons of talk therapy for depression, more specifically for teens? Talk therapy for depressed teens (no meds!) I need help finding success rates, pros, cons, or any information. I'm having a hard time finding much from credible sources (no wikipedia or blogs). ANY detailed information will be immensely appreciated
Is professional hypnosis therapy a good and fast way of finding the root of and getting rid of depression? Is professional hypnosis therapy a good and fast way of finding the root of and getting rid of depression/emotional distress???? Please, serious answers only.
Searching for depression therapy? I am searching for a clinical depression treatment. I was hoping that I could get a recommendation and some guidance. I am looking for a therapist that can offer one or more of the following: - cognitive behavioral therapy - acceptance and commitment therapy - psychopharmacology - transcranial magnetic stimulation -bio feedback I currently reside in King of Prussia, PA (Philly suburbs) but I am willing to travel a reasonable distance to find the help that I need. Thanks in advance.
Has anoyne tried the follwoing for depression: Electroconvulsive therapy; Vagus nerve stimulation? and also Transcranial magnetic. My meds arent working that well and I need something else.
Is it stupid to go to therapy for depression over an ex? I am really depressed and I am madly in love with my ex. We can't be together because of certain reasons and I just can't let go. We've been together for 4 years. I don't want to be with anybody else because I always end up going back to my ex. He's my first love so it is really hard for me. Will going to therapy help? I try to keep myself occupied but I just cant stop thinking about him. It's impossible.. Please can anyone help me..
How much does depression therapy cost in the uk? How much does it cost to go to a therapist about my depression ? In the uk I'm 19 and feel like a lower class than everyone. I'm unattractive, stupid, I'm boring, I can't get a job, never been in a relationship, I get like 4 hours sleep a night. I just dont understand why my lifes so crap, I'm not nasty, I help people when I can. Iv never bullied anyone. I'm so lonely.
Do non-medicinal methods of curing depression (therapy, ect.) work? I feel like I've been depressed for a long time- not really sad just more and more unemotional. I struggle to care about things that previously mattered to me and I just feel tired all the time. I don't want to take any kind of medication because I've see lot's of people I know take depression meds and then end up trying to kill themselves. Have other people had success with therapy, ect?
Is it possible that a person can be cured from depression without therapy or medication? And is it possible that someone suppresses his/her depression by an addiction or social anxiety which causes that certain behaviour is not recognized as depression?
Does medication and therapy really help depression? I am a 17yr old girl and I think I have depression and anxiety. I get very depressed sometimes even to the point of feeling suicidal. I am thinking about going to the doctors but im not sure if it would really help. does medication and therapy really help depression.
How soon after starting therapy for depression can you be put on antidepressants? And how does the process work?
Is sex the best therapy for depression? When you have your arms around a good looking woman and the sweat starts dripping, your mind is at ease and everything else is non-existent. Shouldnt people with major depression problems just be encouraged to get their freak on a little more often? Who ever said it had to end?
