Treatment for Depression
Psychotherapy
Various psychotherapy approaches are used in the treatment of depression including behavioural therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, interpersonal therapy and family/psychodynamic treatment
Medication
Andi-depressants are effective for certain patients, as as serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Prozac, Paxil and Celexa
ElectroConvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Electrocolnvulsive Therapy involves the application of an electric shock to the brain
Self-help
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Self-help can be an effective tool in the treatment of depression. Many support groups exist to allow the sufferer to socialise with others who suffer from similar problems. Online resources such as newsgroups and forums provide a safe and anonymous place for the suffer to discuss their feelings
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Suffers might also consider a number of alternative therapy for the treatment of depression
In extreme cases hospitalisation may be required
