Depression medication
I've been depressed for quite a while now, and am in therapy and group therapy to treat it. I still feel the same however, but for my personal needs, I never want to take medication. I've had bad experiences with medication in the past, one of which has resulted in a lifelong tic, and family members who's experiences with mental health medication have left them worse, and with more lifelong problems to deal with. That being said, should I just wait it out and see if therapy starts to help more, or finally submit to taking medication. Keep in mind, I would much rather have natural alternatives to medication than actual meds that have a higher chance of causing more issues. Thank you!
Eventually, some people will feel better, even without treatment. Unfortunately, feeling better can take a year or more, and if untreated, depression can get worse and seriously interfere with your ability to study, work, and enjoy relationships. Depression can also be a life-threatening illness when there is a risk of suicide. Medication might not fix everything, but it may help improve your mood and help you to function so that you can begin making progress in other areas of your life.
