Natural Depression Treatments

Depression is defined as a mood disorder in which feelings of sadness, loss, anger, or frustration interfere with everyday life for weeks or longer. According to a report published in the “Archives of General Psychiatry,” an estimated 14.8 million Americans ages 18 and older are affected by major depression every year. Studies have shown that the illness can be caused by a list of factors, but I personally believe that overall people in American society are not reflecting on how to learn from their mistakes and accept bad things that happen, therefore they are incapable of being completely fulfilled, and undergo depression. When one can completely embrace life for both its negative and positive aspects, and find different ways to relieve stress or tension, they can then continue life with an enlightened spirit.
As a person who has experienced a period of depression and anxiety, I understand that there are many ways of dealing with the disorder. One of the most popular today is the use of prescription antidepressants. Some of the most commonly prescribed antidepressants are called reuptake inhibitors. Reuptake inhibitors work by keeping levels of neurotransmitters in the brain high, possibly improving communication between the nerve cells, which can strengthen circuits in the brain that regulate mood. Many believe that taking these medications is the only effective way of conquering the illness. Approximately 1 in 10 Americans takes an antidepressant, making it the most commonly used drug in the U.S.
The side-effects of taking these medications can often make battling depression more difficult. The active ingredient in some antidepressants has been shown to have a possible effect on the nervous system. Patients have reported nausea, weight gain, suicidal thoughts, headaches, nervousness/anxiety, fatigue, insomnia, dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, and more as side-effects of their antidepressant. Also, medication can be costly, valued at 30-300$ each