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Cutting



I have a warning for parents with depressed teens, especially girls. When my daughter was depressed, she started cutting herself with scissors. Not suicide attempts, but she'd cut herself a few times a day. She said it helped her cope. 
 
Please watch for this in depressed teens. Apparently it's common among young girls.

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Effexor and Suicide?



My daughter's been diagnosed with depression. The doctor prescribed effexor and told me to watch for signs of suicidal thoughts. I'm really worried about this. 
 
Am I putting my little girl at risk if she's taking effexor?

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Exercise and Depression



Millions of Americans suffer from depression. While many of these people will need prescription medication in order to cope with their depression, there are a number of other things that can help alleviate depression symptoms. For instance, exercise can greatly help reduce depression symptoms.

 


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Diet and Depression



If you think diet has nothing to do with depression, think again. Food can have a huge impact on your mood. Looking to alleviate depression symptoms, consider making these changes to your diet.

 


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Baby Blues



I know that lots of moms get the baby blues after birth. I've had mine for almost two months though. How long do baby blues last?
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St. John's Wort



I keep hearing that St.John's Wort works for depression. Is this true?
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How to Remember My Antidepressants



I hate taking meds. Always have. I keep forgetting to take my antidepressants and refill my prescriptions. Anyone got any ideas that might help me remember?
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The Aftermath of Drug Addiction and Suicide



My dad, he's 52 and he recently tried to kill himself.
 

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