Posted by Jukesy on February 8, 2004, at 12:34:53
In reply to Re: Life after depression., posted by JohnFromCalifornia on February 6, 2004, at 23:31:40
> > Basically i would like to know how you are happier after depression and what is the cause for it.
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> As you already know, depression goes in cycles, and you automatically feel happier when the depression lifts because you are not depressed anymore! ; )
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> But for most of us it will return. I don't know if its are causes chemical, genetic or life experience, but I've concluded (I'm 54) that some people just have a tendency toward depression and it is something they have to battle, or sometimes just put up with.
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> Your best bet for managing bouts of depression is good communication with your family and a good doctor who doesn't just push pills at you. Meds are great when used at the right time but they are not a cure-all and should be used in combination with other things like counseling and "behavioral" methods: exercise and activities with other people.
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> Many of the most talented people in history have had problems with depression. It often accompanies creativity and intelligence. While it will make your life miserable sometimes, my experience has been that if you work at overcoming depression, your happy days will outnumber the sad ones.
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> Good luck!
Who are the talented people in history who have battled depression to do great things?Chris
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