5.Myth: Help Means Drugs for Life
Despite the buzz about a «Prozac Nation,» medication is only one of the tools used to lift depression. Asking for help doesn’t necessarily mean your doctor will advise medications, although medicines can often be very helpful for significant forms of depression. Studies suggest, though, that «talk» therapy works as well as drugs for mild to moderate depression. Even if you do use antidepressants, it probably won’t be for life. Your doctor will help you determine the right time to stop your medication.
6.Myth: Depressed People Cry a Lot
Not always. Some people don’t cry or even act terribly sad when they’re depressed. Instead they may appear emotionally «blank» and may feel worthless or useless. Even without dramatic symptoms, untreated depression prevents people from living life to its fullest — and takes a toll on families.
