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It's anecdotal, but anti-depressants certainly had a positive effect on my depression. However, a large component of my depression was caused by a co-existing a
by monstertank 4y ago
It's anecdotal, but anti-depressants certainly had a positive effect on my depression. However, a large component of my depression was caused by a co-existing anxiety disorder.
I often feel the anti-depressants cured some kind of physical imbalance that led to my anxiety disorder, and thus the ensuing 'curative' notions of anti-depressants might not be directly attributable to any physiological aspect of my depression, but the cause of a large component of my depression...an anxiety disorder.
- kayodelycaon 4y agoAntidepressants are often used to treat anxiety disorders as well as depression.
- Flankk 4y agoAnxiety and depression have a close relationship and both represent a chemical imbalance in the brain. When you have an issue like this to the point of disorder, it's unlikely to be the only problem. Psychiatric labels like PTSD, GAD, OCD, BPD, serve to categorize the behavioural manifestation of the imbalance. I don't claim to have a cure for depression. However, meditation has been a significant help in balancing my emotions and achieving calm. I am convinced poor diet and sleep hygiene are major contributors to mood disorders. Work on those in tandem with practicing meditation. If that doesn't work for you after a few weeks, the medication will still be available.