Posted by Cam W. on January 5, 2001, at 0:13:12
In reply to Re: Cam...what say you. » Cam W., posted by JahL on January 4, 2001, at 19:12:56
Cam - I'd be the first to agree that the "causes" of depression are on a spectrum from genetically-based to environmentally-based. Just because a depression is purely genetic in origin does not preclude the use of psychotherapeutic interventions.
Especially relevant would be cognitive/behavioral therapy, in order to be able to live within the parameters of the disorder (ie coping mechanisms). Depending on the person (most probably not yourself) social skills training can help those who have gone too long without psychopharmaceutical modalities. I do not hold much faith in interpersonal therapies for purely genetically-based depressions, though.
Medications are a must in your type of depression and will probably be needed for life. Medications are only a bandage, not a cure. I try to never rule out any sort of help when it comes to dealing with a chronic illness.
Sincerely - Cam
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