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What Is The Cause And Treatment For Depression?

For the past four years I have had severe episodes of depression. Because they mostly happened in the winter I associated it with the weather. But not its happening all the time and I can t seem to find joy in anything. I constantly have these horrible thoughts and feelings. I can picture myself ending it in all kinds of ways but I don t really want to. I don t know what s wrong with me. I need help before its too late.
Mon, 5 Jan 2015
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Hello

Your description suggests that you are developing depression.

I would advice you to consult a psychiatrist asap.
Drugs like escitalopram or sertraline are used to treat depression.
Also, psychological therapies like cognitive therapy can be done by a psychologist to help in treatment.
Green vegetables and fruits can boost serotinin levels naturally to help in depression.

Hope this helps.
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What Is The Cause And Treatment For Depression?

Hello Your description suggests that you are developing depression. I would advice you to consult a psychiatrist asap. Drugs like escitalopram or sertraline are used to treat depression. Also, psychological therapies like cognitive therapy can be done by a psychologist to help in treatment. Green vegetables and fruits can boost serotinin levels naturally to help in depression. Hope this helps. Thanks