Severely Depressed

March 7, 2007

Hello all. I am writing to ask a question. I am severely depressed and

it is to the point that I need to get some type of therapy NOW before I

sink any deeper.

I want to do something involving NO DRUGS! I am and have been taking

supplements to help me such as flaxseed and evening primrose oil. I am

still trying clean up and maintain my diet.

Has anyone tried acupuncture for depression or anything else like that?

Shawntaye

March 8, 2007

Try SAM-e, it helped my daughter. she was on antidepressants and managed to

get off them. Some people take St. John's wort and it has helped some also.

Siberian ginseng helps with stress and ashwaganda will help with energy.

Peace, Thyme

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March 8, 2007

Try zinc and magnesium, st john's wort, lots of water, i had depression for

years, refused to take chemicals and found a doc that was open to alternative

therapies-it was a hard battle, seek help but look objectively at what you can

change in your life style that contributes to your depression and address those

problems, confide in one or two understanding friend that can help when you are

really low, but don't over burden them as you will need their help on the odd

day when you just can't cope,diet is a huge factor,meditate and keep busy , not

idle and rest when you feel energy defeated. HYpnosis is an option, and those

that deal in past trauma that has been unaddressed and probally forgotten in

the concious mind, alot of it is hormonal and a hard road to travel but treated

as though it will just go away on it's own is foolish, you have alot of great

experiences ahead of you , don't blow it by forgetting your mood swings-i

thought it would just go away like the flu

and hit rock bottom and became a basket case, lived alone in the bush with a

14 yr old daughter that had to force feed me and treat me like a child to get me

to eat, if i'd keep it down, till i gathered myself and climbed the ladder,

rung by rung whilst tied up, gagged and blind folded untill i got somewhere

near the top, can't claim i'm over it but I know the signs and make sure i eat

well , drink water and rest, if i feel i can't stay on a level ground i go have

a chat with a professional, which usually makes me feel a bit silly as i don't

feel I need to but having that option open to me and they have some knowledge of

my depression makes me feel a bit safer not so alone or so crazy. It is a

more common problem than realised - i am somewhere close to the tale end of my

depression, going thru menopause which contribued alot to my Insanity for want

of a better word but at times i thought I was loosing the plot and had no faith

I'd find it again but believe me

you CAN DO IT. If you really don't feel you can cope without meds then find

a doc you have faith in but only if you feel your life is threatened, i've

seen the results of those that have taken anti depressants and those that don't,

every one is an individual and you are to judge for yourself-it is hard to get

off the drugs but in some cases it could be right for you -it wasn't for me but

it took alot longer to come back to base, -if you use marajuana or smoke

tobacco-------give it up, it it interferes with the chemicals in the brain-I am

in my 50's and know keeps of people that smoke dope , the one's that are heavy

smoker's have all sorts of anxiety and depression problems eventually- they

also trick themselves, that they need the smoke to stay calm whist they tell

you how freaked out they are and also how broke they are, i'm not saying smoking

dope is bad for you asi t has a lot of benefits but in the cae of depression-it

has alot to do with the chemicals in

the brain. and how they effect the mood. Tobacco on the other hand will keep

you strung out again tricking you to feel calm-10 mins later you are strung out

again as well as poisoning your entire body and brain.

also indulge in a hobby that you have always wanted to so you can feel you are

achieving something each week and it's your time out.---good luck an stay

happy-----even try laughter groups-i knoe it al sounds crazy and over board but

laughter is documented to improve moods and health-a chemical is released-if you

can't get a class -do it alone or with a friend-you may feel like a prize turkey

but you'll feel better than a sad sack. do whatever it takes--depression can

ruin your life, your relationships,your health, your work,and is life

threatening---good luck --stay happy! Love and hugs.xxx

dontae980 <dontae980 wrote:

Hello all. I am writing to ask a question. I am severely depressed and

it is to the point that I need to get some type of therapy NOW before I

sink any deeper.

I want to do something involving NO DRUGS! I am and have been taking

supplements to help me such as flaxseed and evening primrose oil. I am

still trying clean up and maintain my diet.

Has anyone tried acupuncture for depression or anything else like that?

Shawntaye

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March 8, 2007

Shawntaye,

I am holding you in my thoughts and prayers seeing you quickly finding

the support and relief you need. I think you are wise to look for a

drug-free approach to relieving depression. I have used accupressure

very successfully. My chiropractor would do accupressure to the

depression points in my ears. You can even try rubbing or lightly

pinching the top tips of your ears - seems too easy but it really works.

I now use essential oils to support emotional balance - there are many

that work almost immediately.

You can contact me off line if you would like some specific

recommendations on oils that I like to use. I have struggled with

depression most of my life, but since learning about essential oils

almost 4 years ago have had only several very minor bouts, which are

easily resolved by inhaling the oils. Essential oils work effectively

because they travel up the olfactory nerve (in the nose) directly to the

limbic region of the brain which is the emotional center. Some people

will notice a subtle shift in emotions within seconds of smelling an

oil. It's all natural and it's really good for you.

My website has some info in an article called " 101 uses for the

essential 7 kit " - reference the oils of Joy, Peace & Calming, Lemon,

Lavender or Peppermint at www.EnergeticEssentials.com

<http://www.EnergeticEssentials.com> .

Of course, if you have circumstances in your life that are direct

contributors to your depression, the physical and emotional response you

are having is a call to action on your part. Unfortunately, there is no

drug or natural remedy that can replace a need to address what is and is

not working for you in your life. Remember, there is nothing to fear

but fear itself - taking appropriate actions to improve your quality of

life will help you feel better even in the first few steps.

Best wishes. Hope to hear from your smiling spirit very soon.

Nancy Gouch

, " dontae980 " <dontae980

wrote:

>

> Hello all. I am writing to ask a question. I am severely depressed and

> it is to the point that I need to get some type of therapy NOW before

I

> sink any deeper.

>

> I want to do something involving NO DRUGS! I am and have been taking

> supplements to help me such as flaxseed and evening primrose oil. I am

> still trying clean up and maintain my diet.

>

> Has anyone tried acupuncture for depression or anything else like

that?

>

> Shawntaye

>

March 8, 2007

---hi

and i can offer you soe real help me currently writing a book on

depression and have developed a protocol that is effective

if you e mail me i will send foc

it will involve applying yourself as best you can,and will be much

easier if there is some one to help you with the appklications

my email

pho

phill In , " dontae980 "

<dontae980 wrote:

>

> Hello all. I am writing to ask a question. I am severely depressed and

> it is to the point that I need to get some type of therapy NOW before

I

> sink any deeper.

>

> I want to do something involving NO DRUGS! I am and have been taking

> supplements to help me such as flaxseed and evening primrose oil. I am

> still trying clean up and maintain my diet.

>

> Has anyone tried acupuncture for depression or anything else like

that?

>

> Shawntaye

>

March 8, 2007

Quantum Biofeedback is what I use for depression. The

Neurolinguists Program or NLP balanced the

Neurotransmitters, emotions etc. Depression comes from

an imbalance of Serotonin, Norepranephrine and

dopamine. The Biofeedback helps with stress which can

cause depression and a handful of other therapies to

help balance hormones, brain waves etc.

Jenny Kernan

Quantum Biofeedback Therapist

www.quantumassociatesofutah.com

--- dontae980 <dontae980 wrote:

>

> Hello all. I am writing to ask a question. I am

> severely depressed and

> it is to the point that I need to get some type of

> therapy NOW before I

> sink any deeper.

>

> I want to do something involving NO DRUGS! I am and

> have been taking

> supplements to help me such as flaxseed and evening

> primrose oil. I am

> still trying clean up and maintain my diet.

>

> Has anyone tried acupuncture for depression or

> anything else like that?

>

> Shawntaye

>

March 8, 2007

Exercise (even though I know you don't feel like it), yoga and Qigong are some

of the best methods to get your chemicals flowing. I know some people have

taken St. Johns Wort, it's actually a very old method of treating depression.

Chemically, it is similar to a MAO inhibitor, so you do need to be careful with

it. Just because it's " natural " does not mean it's safe to fool around with.

Talk to a naturopath. I tried it but it honestly did not do much for me. One of

the interrelated issues with depression is sleep. If you are not getting quality

sleep it really makes a difference. I also tried accupuncture and massage.

Success is totally unique to the individual and unfortunately nothing works

super fast, like you need it to. I've been there. I've battled depression off

and on for 15 years. When I went through chemotherapy two years ago, I agreed to

try a new drug. I tried a couple that didn't work (I didn't care for the side

effects) which is a whole different story.

Anyway, I found a drug that works and for the first time in a long time, I feel

good. I have also been exercising, doing yoga and practicing meditation. What

started me on the meditation thing was a really awesome interactive computer

program. You wear these sensors on your fingers and the program guides you

through meditating and focusing exercises. You can actually make things happen

on the screen based on your bodies ability to relax. It's the coolest thing.

Anyway, that program, a self hypnosis program and these cd's that I have

discovered that play tones behind music. I listen to them when I meditate. The

tones are in a range that trigger the brain to relax. I find them very helpful,

especially when I'm meditating. There is also a machine out there and I forget

what it's called but it works on the same principle where you listen to the

tones and wear glasses that show patterns of light. I looked into it and there

has been some real promising research into using

light & sound patterns for motivation, enhancing learning & creativity, etc.

Anyway, I'm blabbering. So, talk to a professional, connect with a group and

breathe. Hang in there...it will get better.

dontae980 <dontae980

Wednesday, March 7, 2007 8:47:17 AM

Severely Depressed

Hello all. I am writing to ask a question. I am severely depressed and

it is to the point that I need to get some type of therapy NOW before I

sink any deeper.

I want to do something involving NO DRUGS! I am and have been taking

supplements to help me such as flaxseed and evening primrose oil. I am

still trying clean up and maintain my diet.

Has anyone tried acupuncture for depression or anything else like that?

Shawntaye

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Hi

I would try Kinesiology to find out what the cause is, then it can be corrected

with a balance of some sort. Hope you feel better soon.

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Thursday, March 08, 2007 3:47 AM

Severely Depressed

Hello all. I am writing to ask a question. I am severely depressed and

it is to the point that I need to get some type of therapy NOW before I

sink any deeper.

I want to do something involving NO DRUGS! I am and have been taking

supplements to help me such as flaxseed and evening primrose oil. I am

still trying clean up and maintain my diet.

Has anyone tried acupuncture for depression or anything else like that?

Shawntaye

March 9, 2007

there was a lot of good advice on this. SAM-e is very powerful and fast-acting.

It is required to create neurotransmitters. Synergistic compounds are Mg, ALC,

glutamine, 5-HTP, and DLPA.

SJW acts similar to antidepressants in that it appears to block reuptake of

serotonin and dopamine. Depression is such a broad term and both a disease and a

symptom of other diseases.

Many people forget oxygen is probably the best antidepressant available. You

may wish to try HBOT. Also milk of magnesia is great as it clears the colon of

bad stuff, and provides mg and oxygen. Don't overdo it though!!!!!

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March 9, 2007

Hi,

There are actually several techniques used by psychotherapists and also as

self-help tools that are thought to use the body's subtle energy system - as

does acupuncture - to create change in emotions, thoughts/beliefs, and some

physical symptoms. The most popular and perhaps easiest to use as a

self-help tool is called Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). I'm a

psychotherapist myself and have used this technique for several years and

have found it EXTREMELY effective. I recommend you find a therapist

experienced in " energy psychology. " If you're really depressed, it's worth

seeing a professional who can help you in many ways including helping you

get the most from energy-based psychological healing. EFT requires that you

focus your thought on an issue while stimulating acupunture points by

tapping with fingertips. A therapist can help you determine what issues you

should focus on. Write me back with any questions and good luck. Mark

Bottinick, LCSW-C

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March 10, 2007

Hey there !

For those who suffer from depression, take homoeo medicine Natrum Mur -

1000c - 3 drops in the morning in empty stomach in every Monday and Thrusday

for four weeks. You will be as fresh as you were. Modern

antidepressants has many side effect and should be avoided. Depression is a

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> Re:Severely Depressed

>Thu, 8 Mar 2007 10:26:37 EST

>

>Try SAM-e, it helped my daughter. she was on antidepressants and managed to

>get off them. Some people take St. John's wort and it has helped some also.

>Siberian ginseng helps with stress and ashwaganda will help with energy.

>Peace, Thyme

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>email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at

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March 10, 2007

Hello Shawntaye,

Congratulations on having the strength to seek answers and help for

yourself! You should be commended on this step! Pride yourself on that!

I have had great luck myself with acupuncture for anxiety, stress and

depression. I frequently have anxiety and panic attacks...and

acupuncture has been a lifesaver for me. Oftentimes i feel so much

calmer just after one treatment. My TCM also advises help with diet,

which includes eating whole grains for breakfast (not bread, but

literally a bowl of brown rice, barley, oat groats etc). I would

definitely advise you to seek out an acupuncturist!

Best of luck to you, my thoughts are with you,

Sarah Anne

, " dontae980 " <dontae980

wrote:

>

> Hello all. I am writing to ask a question. I am severely depressed and

> it is to the point that I need to get some type of therapy NOW before

I

> sink any deeper.

>

> I want to do something involving NO DRUGS! I am and have been taking

> supplements to help me such as flaxseed and evening primrose oil. I am

> still trying clean up and maintain my diet.

>

> Has anyone tried acupuncture for depression or anything else like

that?

>

> Shawntaye

>

March 11, 2007

MASSAGE THERAPY IS ALSO AN EXCELLENT AVENUE TO TAKE........ take it from MY

experience.....!

AJ

South Florida USA

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March 11, 2007

try the uv lights and put more sunshine into the house during the day. make sure

it is very dark at night for that is when we make our supply of melatonin. but

in the day we need vitamin d and seratonin. vit d is synthesize by standing in

direct sunshine for 15 minutes every day. have you tried st. john's wart (wort).

watch your meds if you do but it is a natural anti depressant

Sarah Anne <sarahlovell

Sunday, March 11, 2007 6:32:42 AM

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