Cure for depression
Depression takes many different forms. Even though many Americans suffer from depression, they don’t know it or if they do, they won’t admit it even to themselves. It is estimated that some 14 million Americans are affected by depression. Unfortunately only a very small percent, less than 1/3, will go for treatment. Why would people with a medical condition not seek help? Mental illness is a scary concept, and that’s where depression has been filed. No one wants to be classified with that mark. People who suffered from mental illness were, at one time in history, ridiculed by society. It was common to lock away people in facilities for the mentally ill when they exhibited signs of depression. Fortunately times have changed. But the ancient stereotypes are still with us. This influences many Americans to keep their illness to themselves.
Many factors contribute to depression. Diagnosis isn’t simple. Chemical balance in the brain, DNA, biology and even environment has to be considered. Drugs, alcohol and stress all can play a major role in the development of depression. These are all factors in cause depression. So what are some of the treatments and cures available for those that are inflicted? Just as there are many factors that can cause depression-there are many options to cure it as well. Which option is the best for someone who suffers with depression may be dependent on each individual on a case-to-case basis.
There are many supposed cures for depression. Methods of treatment that are safe and that work to cure depression do exist. When considering which option is best there are a few considerations that must be examined. Has the method being considered been clinically proven to be effective in the treatment of depression? If it is medication, herbal or prescription does it have the proven amount of ingredients to induce a positive result? Has the method been accepted in accordance with high quality control standards? Let’s examine some of the more well loved cures.
To treat many forms of depression doctors have typically prescribed a combination of drugs and psychotherapy. Prescription anti-depressants like SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) are often prescribed as a treatment for depression. First used in the U.S. In 1988, Prozac has become on of the most common. Many others such as Paxil, Zoloft, Lexapro, Celexa, and Luvox have followed it. All have been proven to be effective. But, prescription drugs are expensive and offer many side effects. That is why natural cures are becoming so well loved today. St. Johns Wort extract is one of the more well loved herbal cures on the market. To be effective it must contain around 3-5% hyperforin. It has been proven to work as well as Prozac with fewer side effects. As vital as it is to find a cure-it is impossible to do so if those who suffer do not seek it. If you or someone you know suffers from depression seek medical attention immediately.
