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flamesfever · 07-16-2012, 01:57 PM

I am by no means an expert, however have had a lot of experience dealing with my wife's depressions. Depression is not to be taken lightly and anyone, who suspects they have it, should see their doctor. The two main methods used to fight depression are (1) cognitive behavioral therapy used by psychologists and (2) medications employed by psychiatrists. From what I understand, both methods have proven successful for sufferers. I would recommend reading the book "Feeling Good" by David D. Burns.

I believe one in five or six will suffer from depression during their lifetime, so there aren't too many people who have not been exposed to it, through family members or friends. It's a disease just like anything else, and you shouldn't feel ashamed for having it. I have found that during the past 10 years, much of the stigma has gone from it, through people openly talking about it.

I have found that an unusual amount of stress, coupled with lack of sleep, can sometimes trigger an attack. I believe that getting adequate help for your first depression is very important, as the risk of recurrence increases with the more depressions you have.

07-16-2012, 01:57 PM	#18
flamesfever First Line Centre Join Date: Aug 2004 Exp:	I am by no means an expert, however have had a lot of experience dealing with my wife's depressions. Depression is not to be taken lightly and anyone, who suspects they have it, should see their doctor. The two main methods used to fight depression are (1) cognitive behavioral therapy used by psychologists and (2) medications employed by psychiatrists. From what I understand, both methods have proven successful for sufferers. I would recommend reading the book "Feeling Good" by David D. Burns. I believe one in five or six will suffer from depression during their lifetime, so there aren't too many people who have not been exposed to it, through family members or friends. It's a disease just like anything else, and you shouldn't feel ashamed for having it. I have found that during the past 10 years, much of the stigma has gone from it, through people openly talking about it. I have found that an unusual amount of stress, coupled with lack of sleep, can sometimes trigger an attack. I believe that getting adequate help for your first depression is very important, as the risk of recurrence increases with the more depressions you have.