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http://www.webmd.com/depression/news/20140923/ketamine-depression I know this is a controversial subject, but I believe a solid treatment or cure is just around the corner. I have suffered from severe depression for 14 years. It something I would not wish upon anyone. I am fortunate enough that thr...

Has anyone heard of or tried rhodiola rosea (also known as rose root)? I've read a little about it but can't find much info. Supposedly it's been used in Russia many years, but all the info I find says it's fairly new and needs more testing. Google says about rhodiola rosea: Its roots are considere...

I've been on various medications for 12 years and I'm still not 100%. Currently, I'm taking 60mg of Cymbalta, 300mg of Wellbutrin, and Trazadone to sleep. The last couple days I've been depressed. I don't know what else to do. I'm afraid to complain to my pdoc, because nothing seems to work or work...

I had a revelation today. Someone I'm currently doing professional business with told me they trusted me. Not only that, they told me they are having a ball working with me. And all of a sudden, I could trust myself, and realized that I do have what it takes to be in the professional field I'm in. ...

Comedian Paul Gilmartin shares his story about dealing with his depression on Man School with Caleb Bacon. Listen to his amazing advice for dealing with the good the bad and the days in the middle as well. There are a lot comedians that struggle with or have struggled with depression. Problems get ...

My doctor increased my dosage from five to ten milligrams. I am concerned that I will blow up like a balloon as someone told me happened to her friend. Does anyone agree or disagree about abilify and weight gain? Most mental health drugs (psychosis, depression, etc cause weight gain. You are bound ...

I saw the Doctor today and they suggested either increasing my 40mg Fluoxetine (Prozac) to 60mg (though they warned that the effects would be minimal, and I'd have to switch things up by taking 40mg one day and 60mg other days - but my memory is poor), or moving off of it and trying either Sertrali...

I would like to start this off by saying I am in no way a professional, but rather just a girl who's just having a really hard time with her depression right now. Recently, after some very upsetting news about both family drama on my maternal side and my paternal grandpa dying of old age, I've noti...

Hi there! I was just wondering: Is anyone using CBD oil for depression/anxiety, other medical conditions, etc.? I am considering vaping CBD for more bioavailability. However, I heard the best way to increase bioavailability is via a CBD suppository. From scanning the web, I came across cautions to ...

I have been on Valdoxan 3 months and now have lose teeth and back pain. Anyone had bad side effects on this drug. I've also got acid reflux thanks Different pain medications work in different ways. It depends on what the problem is, i will say no more and say that you should see a doctor. There are...

I feel like I am a ghost in my own body. Someday's, I stare at myself in the mirror, trying to figure out who I am, what I like, and what I want to be. I can't get happy or stay happy even when life is good. I don't look forward to anything anymore because it's exhausting to pretend that I'm OK!!! ...