Cures For Depression
There are many different types of depression. Even though many Americans suffer from depression, they either don’t know it, or if they do, they won’t admit it. Depression afflicts about 14 million Americans. Fewer than 4.7 million of those, about 1/3, will seek medical help.
Why do depressed folks not seek treatment? Probably because people do not want to be considered mentally ill. Depression is considered a mental illness. That label is one people tend to avoid. It wasn’t that long ago that society shunned those who were categorized with mental illness. In many cases those with slight signs of depression were locked away in state institutions for the mentally ill. Times have changed now, thank goodness. But the old stereotypes are still with us. Many Americans keep their problem to themselves, motivated by this.
Many factors contribute to depression. It is not a simple diagnosis. So much needs to be taken into consideration, such as genetics, biology and even outside influences. Drug abusers and alcoholics can develop depression, but so can people just dealing with every day life situations and stress. Depression can come from all of these elements.
In what ways can those who suffer from depression be treated? Not to sound like a broken record, but there are many options to cure depression similar to there being many factors that can cause depression. Each individual case needs to be evaluated in order to determine the best treatment option.
There are numerous claimed cures that exist for depression which are safe and have been successful. A doctor looks at a number of factors to determine which combination of options to apply. Some of which are: Has the method been accepted in accordance with high quality control standards? Has it proven clinically to be effective for depression on a clinical basis? If it is medication, herbal or prescription, does it have not only the right amount of ingredients, but a same amount to induce a positive result? Let’s examine some of the more popular cures.
Prescription drugs and psychotherapy, combined, has been a common treatment for many forms of depression. To treat depression a typical type of drug recommended is selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, SSRI. First used in the U.S. in 1988, Prozac has become on of the most common. Paxil, Zoloft, Lexapro, Celexa, and Luvox are just some of those that have followed it. All have been proven to be effective.
But side effects are common, including causing more depression. That’s the reason natural treatments are gaining popularity. One herbal cure gaining popularity quickly is St Johns Wort extract. It should contain 3-5% hyperforin to be effective. It’s success rate is similar to that of Prozac but with fewer side effects. Regardless, a cure does no good, if those who have the disease don’t seek treatment. If you or someone you know suffers from depression seek medical attention immediately.