The good news is that, with the right treatment, you will get over this episode and may never have to be depressed again! About 60-80 percent of depressed people who take antidepressants get better, and that percentage increases when psychotherapy is added. So while depression is a serious diagnosis for which you need treatment, there are many reasons to hope for a full recovery.

• How does depression affect people’s longevity?
• Is there really a Band Aid that takes away depression?
• Will I have to keep taking medications or going to psychotherapy for the rest of my life?
• What’s a simple definition of major depression?
• What else can I do?
• Are drug companies suppressing natural products to make more money from their drugs?
• What are some commonly used products that are bad for my depression?
• What about marijuana? It makes me feel less depressed after I smoke it.
• What exactly is stress?
• Why do I get depressed over happy events, like my wedding?
• Is there somewhere I can go to get away from stress?
• Is there something simple and easy I can try to reduce my stress level?
• What are some good, basic dietary rules?
• Can vitamins help my depression?
• Should I take something to give me more energy?
• What should I do if my antidepressant just isn’t working?
• Are herbal supplements effective?
• Is it safe to buy supplements from the Internet?
• Are my repetitive thoughts keeping me awake?
• What is sleep hygiene?