Should I go on antidepressants?

If your therapist/doctor recommended that you be put on antidepressants, then yes, you definitely should.

only if you need them, and they are prescribbed by a doctor. dont go getting random stuff you dont know anything about and taking them

I have gone full circle whereby I struggled to get by to taking antidepressants and then coming off them as I felt worse on them. I feel exercise and having good support networks is much more effective that popping pills. Antidepressants should only be used as a last resort

That question is completely between you and your doctor. For some people, therapy and a good support system are the best medicine in the world, while others need additional chemicals in their brain to feel okay again. Talk to your doctor about what you should do, but NEVER go on any kind of medicine without checking with him/her first; this is very dangerous and could be very bad for your health.

This is a personal choice, an answer for it and not for it could be found with a little research. But from my own personal history I found that researching your choices and understanding what works best for you at a pace that works best for you is the right way to go. You are the only one that can make health choices for yourself and whatever you decide it will shape your life. I also feel that mental health is a life time battle we all face in one way or another, so what may work now, could need to be revised and increased or decreased a few years from now, so whatever path you pick keeping an ear to your health and what is working and is not working is going to be the most helpful.

If you’re thinking about the possibility of starting on antidepressants, the best person to speak to is your Doctor. They will carefully go through your history and the treatment methods for depression that may be suitable to you.

First, you should always consult a doctor when it comes to taking medication. I would try to use John's Wort, or other plants with antidepressant effects, to just see what effect they have on you and how you feel. If they help a little (but not enough) then I would ask for antidepressants. If they don't help at all, try to consult your doctor/psychiatrist

Antidepressants are a good option for many, including myself. You may have to go through a process of trial and error to find the one that suits you and your needs. But just know that it's not a cure all. Issues in your life still should be addressed properly. Medication paired with therapy or counselling may be helpful. Taking care of oneself is important as well. Antidepressants help a lot, but there's no replacement for eating well, exercising, getting enough sleep, and surrounding yourself with a lot of loving and positive people! And perhaps even a change of environment..

There is no one right answer to this question. Different people have different situations and different things will work for them. Personally taking antidepressants made a big difference in my life. I had more energy and they helped improve my mood. If you think antidepressants could help you talk to your doctor or psychiatrist, they will be able to help you find a medication that works well for you. And remember, finding the best medication or combination of medications for you can take a little while. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t get the results you were hoping for on the first try.

If a psychiatrist recommends; then don't be afraid to try antidepressants. They can elevate your mood and get you to a place where you can actually help yourself or find professional help. Know that there are many different drugs, and it may take trial and error to find one that works, or works without side effects. Also know that antidepressants may not be a long-term solution, and can stop being effective eventually. Either way, monitor your progress and side effects closely with the psychiatrist, change meds if one's not working, and know that simply trying is taking a control of the situation and working towards a better place.