Should I go on antidepressants?

If you have been told by a doctor that you should, then yes. They can be very helpful. But only if a doctor tells you it is safe.

The question of whether antidepressants are appropriate will really have to be discussed with your pharmacist or primary care provider. There are numerous side effects and interactions that are associated with antidepressants, and some may seek non pharmacological options as well which may be equally as effective. But the common misconception is that just because one has depression or anxiety, does not necessarily means that the path is exclusively antidepressants. There are many other factors that come into play.

If you really feel like you should, ask your parents. It helps a lot and you can always stop if it doesn't help. You can always come to 7 cups also.

That's up to you and your doctor to decide together. Though helpful for many, antidepressant medications do have side effects to consider. Your doctor will help you decide if your symptoms outweigh the risks of going on medication.

That fully depends on your view on medicine, if you don't feel comfortable taking medication to affect your brain, don't. But if it's heavily recommended by doctors and friends/relatives, do really think about it.

Most Psychiatrists are hesitant to give a patient anti depressants, depending on age and it can also interfere with the process of overcoming depression. To explain this further I'll tell you my story, I have been to see a lot of therapists and counselors and CBT (Cognitive Behavior therapy) groups and I found that nothing was helping, so my psychiatrists and I decided to start me on an anti depressant. So I would try other things first before you go to an antidepressant because it's more of a last resort but they do help and when I started them I noticed a difference in my mood and I was more willing to do the things I needed to do to get help and now I'm on the right track and almost past my depression and anxiety. :)

If you've tried other avenues and they've not worked for you and you think they're the best next step, then it's up to you. Personally, they helped me but they don't always work for everyone. It wouldn't hurt to try them.

Only you and your doctor can make that decision. Antidepressants can have serious side effects and can actually make your depression worse in some cases. Be as honest as you can with your doctor so you can get the right meds.

Have you considered talking about this with your Doctor? Going on medication has a lot of variables that need to be discussed and only you and a professional can arrange this in the most safest conditions. I am glad your are curious about different treatment possibilities and encourage you to communicate openly with your physician.

You have to check with your family doctor and a psychologist before anything: it's very important to follow medical advice, antidepressants come with a large array of collateral effects so you have to monitor them closely. If they deem you in need of them, then you can decide what to do.