> But, there are lifestyle and "spiritual" things that can be done to help treat depression (I am the OP on going through loss and sadness and not being depres

> But, there are lifestyle and "spiritual" things that can be done to help treat depression (I am the OP on going through loss and sadness and not being depressed.) Yes 100% correct. Just like if you have heart disease or a bad back their are non-medical activities that will help those medical condition. My statement is that their is a medical piece that people discount and/or actually dismiss. A person can't just "fix themselves" and having the medical piece help them with treatment with counseling is a big help. Depression isn't that your sad. Depression Definition: Clinical depression is a mood disorder in which feelings of sadness, loss, anger, or frustration interfere with everyday life for weeks or more. Symptoms of depression include: Low mood or irritable mood most of the time Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much A big change in appetite, often with weight gain or loss Tiredness and lack of energy Feelings of worthlessness, self-hate, and guilt Difficulty concentrating Slow or fast movements Lack of activity and avoiding usual activities Feeling hopeless or helpless Repeated thoughts of death or suicide Lack of pleasure in activities you usually enjoy, including sex https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003213.htm https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003213.htm