Sure looks like Dexter ???

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Sure would be an improvement on ECT

Banjo - One of my sons suffered with depression after the break-up of his marriage. I was a little worried as he didn't know where to turn to. He decided to  join a Gym near his place, and within 2 months I could see the difference in him, he said there was no way he would take pills for the depression. It is now 5 years since the break-up and what a changed man he has become, that beautiful sense of humour he had, has returned and he has now met a beautiful girl who gives him all the encouragement. Some think tablets are the answer, but I think excercise lifts the "feel good" hormone. Some turn to alcohol to numb the senses.

This is one of the most encouraging posts Hola. Thank you for posting.  I'll tell  you a similar story.

At Church I am a member of a group that provides a "safe" environment for troubled youth  to open up about what's on their minds. Depression, as you know is a big deal among the young. Medicating  them to the hilt is not the answer. We organise camps, fun groups, music groups, all sorts of things to get them involved. You should see the change in these kids after a couple of months into the programmes. 

The goal is showing them  ways to  cope with life without medication. When they are at a good place in their lives, they teach other kids what they have learnt. Just great to see.

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It is quite  pathetic really...but then that's a trademark of Shetso1...best to ignore her.

BANJO: that's a great practical  way  to  help young people and I can't say enough good things for any  group or person who gives up their time and expertise to do this. Well done!.

HOLA: Your son's story is an inspiration. So many people crumple after a divorce. It's a very sad place to be  and you must be so very proud of him through his own determination he's managed to get back to his happy   place. Thank you for sharing. 

Even a great topic with genuine concern cannot be left alone to encourage comments that have real meaning and compassion..

I wonder what people are really like behind the faceless mask..full of the same hate and venom I guess? 

Lets hope these studies continue to find answers and progress to give hope to the future.

I don't have to log on as 3 different people to make a point.

So which one are you today then Gerry??

An excellent thread and  a shame someone takes the  opportunity to bag another member on it, without offering anything of substance. Listen to this you  may learn something

How Meditation and Running Can Help Fight Depression

http://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/how-meditation-and-running-can-help-fight-depression-735391811946

Thank you Reagan...the only way to deal with this dear  little person is to ignore..

So... my multiple personalities and I will say no more except that people who gossip run the highest risk of depression.

Many studies have suggested same and if anyone subscribes to PubMed they can find quite a few sociological papers on this subject....

What a stupid comment to make.

I have a very good friend who is a lay-minister, who went through clinical depression just before I did (I am an atheist).

It strikes any type of person at any time, religious or not.

"One of the most common mental ailment is imagining that people are talking about you and plotting against you" -  good  observation Campbell.

It's called " Paranoia"  the irrational and persistent feeling that people are ‘out to get you’ or that you are the subject of persistent, intrusive attention by others. We see it a lot.

That the 11th Commandment then?

Thank you for your advice PIXAPD

Further advice..... Looking forward to the Census, do it on internet, cuppa tea at the ready. Folks.. do not like in former Census put down your dog, cat, budgie or goldfish as family members. ha ha ha

I assume then, PIXAPD, that you do not trust the lord.

Can't blame you really.