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Is depression really a chemical imbalance? how can i get out of it by myself?
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LizziB
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Hi @OnionLayers
How are you doing today?
I like the description of how you visualize depression. The best way to confirm "what is really happening" Is to talk with a doctor. At Carenity, we can only ask one another for experiences. I will tag a few people in this discussion, but be sure to make an appointment with a healthcare provider to get a personal diagnosis.
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How does your doctor describe your depression? What do they have you do to manage you it? How do you "balance" yourself?
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LizziB
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OnionLayers. Wow, what else can I say..... Chemical imbalance. Yeah, not quite sure that's right. A's & B's well, getting out of bed, yeah, classic depression sign. I have it, too. Take antidepressants daily, all year. How to "fix it yourself"......... um, I don't know. There are natural remedies, St. John's wart, certain vitamins taut betterment. If meds aren't your thing, try seeing a therapist. Even places that accept low income ppl can be checked out. I've had shock treatments, last year, after never ending winter, TMS, transcranial magnetic stimulation. Seemed to help. The latter, u don't have to be put to sleep, anesthesia. ECT, u do. However u tackle this, best of luck.
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Peggy Erickson
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While medication can be helpful for many individuals with depression, it's not the only approach, and not everyone with depression requires medication. Other effective treatments include psychotherapy (talk therapy), lifestyle changes, and support from friends and family.
salmawisoky
Hi I appreciate your openness in discussing your thoughts and concerns about depression.Depression is a complex condition that involves various factors, including biological, psychological, and social elements. While it's often described as a chemical imbalance in the brain, the exact causes of depression are not fully understood. It's believed to involve disruptions in the functioning of neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine, which play important roles in mood regulation.
Shenita
Lifestyle changes, therapy, and sometimes meds can help rebalance things.
asaan32
Therapy, lifestyle tweaks like exercise and sleep, and maybe even meds can make a big difference.
northcaddie
Depression involves complex factors, including brain chemistry, genetics, environment, and life circumstances. While chemical imbalances can play a role, it's not the sole cause. Getting out of depression by yourself can be challenging, but self-care strategies like exercise, maintaining a healthy routine, seeking social support, practicing mindfulness, and seeking professional help through therapy or medication can be effective. It's essential to reach out to a healthcare professional for personalized guidance and support.
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Hi. Thank u for asking about depression & chemical imbalance. Like @OnionLayers, I recall similar diagram. But, the brain is far more complex than that! I'm not psych worker, just a patient, who researches my probs. Psychiatrists push meds bc Big Pharma insists. Therapy can help, lifestyle changes also can be beneficial. Not all or nothing, black or white, it's many layers of Gray. Still learning about the brain, & will for a while.
Sleep apnea, heard mouth tape is not appropriate way to help it. Unsure why, but it makes some sense, given, how can just that help u keep breathing during the night. Food for thought. G'day.
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OnionLayers
I remember learning that depression was a chemical imbalance. I legit picture a brain with A particles on one side and B particles on the other but there are more As then Bs. Silly visual image, but when I can't get out of bed, that is what I picture is happening.
Then I think- "well it's chemically happening, I can't change it"
I'm pretty sure this is not what is happening. But I actually don't know enough about it. Can I actually fix it myself? Is there something I can do to "rebalance" my brain?
Would love to know what your doctors have told you, please pass on the knowledge!