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Re: one thing Prozac does, not chemical imbalance

Posted by linkadge on May 29, 2006, at 20:27:53

In reply to Re: one thing Prozac does, not chemical imbalance, posted by bassman on May 28, 2006, at 18:21:09

Some researchers have refered to antidepressants as "mental steroids". Oftentimes bodybuilders who use regular steriods can make some pretty significant gains, but it all deflates like a balloon once the steroids are stopped.

So the question as to whether there are any long term, or lasting improvements remains to be seen. Can the circutry function once the sea of serotonin dries up?

My withdrawl from SSRI's seemed like the equal but opposite reaction to every and any positive experience I had felt.

As far as talk therapy goes, I do think it can have a strong effect. Social interaction increases BDNF, which can support the growth of new brain cells. Depression is often about solving problems. Just the act of discussing your problems with other people is theraputic. Thats why many of us are here. If in therapy, you can learn just one technique that can circumvent even just one surge of stress hormone, then you may save a few neurons.

Some studies show that a person who is married is much more likely to experience a full recovery from depression. So, I think it comes down to support. Support can reduce the feelings of helplessness.

Linkadge



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