"To sustain the response to ECT, continuation treatment, often in the form of antidepressant and/or mood stabilizer medication, must be instituted."

"Medications of any kind prescribed, over-the counter, or borrowed should never be mixed without consulting the doctor."

Depression and Men


A man can experience depression in many different ways. He may be grumpy or irritable, or have lost his sense of humor. He might drink too much or abuse drugs. It may be that he physically or verbally abuses his wife and his kids. He might work all the time, or compulsively seek thrills in high risk behavior. Or, he may seem isolated, withdrawn, and no longer interested in the people or activities he used to enjoy.

Perhaps this man sounds like you. If so, it is important to understand that there is a brain disorder called depression that may be underlying these feelings and behaviors. Its real: scientists have developed sensitive imaging devices that enable us to see depression in the brain. And its treatable: more than 80 percent of those suffering from depression respond to existing treatments, and new ones are continually becoming available and helping more people. Talk to a healthcare provider about how you are feeling, and ask for help.

Or perhaps this man sound like someone you care about. Try to talk to him, or to someone who has a chance of getting through to him. Help him to understand that depression is a common illness among men and is nothing to be ashamed about. Encourage him to see a doctor and get an evaluation for depression.

For most men with depression, life doesnt have to be so dark and hopeless. Life is hard enough as it is; and treating depression can free up vital resources to cope with lifes challenges effectively. When a man is depressed, hes not the only one who suffers. His depression also darkens the lives of his family, his friends, virtually everyone close to him. Getting him into treatment can send ripples of healing and hope into all of those lives.

Depression is a real illness; it is treatable; and men can have it. It takes courage to ask for help, but help can make all the difference.

"The prognosis for treatment of depression in children is good."

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"The exact mechanisms by which ECT exerts its therapeutic effect are not yet known."

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"For individuals with bipolar disorder or chronic major depression, medication may have to be maintained indefinitely."

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"Appropriate treatment, often involving medication and/or short term psychotherapy, can help most people who suffer from depression."

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"Recently, concerns have been raised that the use of antidepressant medications themselves may induce suicidal behavior in youths."

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"Questions about any antidepressant prescribed, or problems that may be related to the medication, should be discussed with the doctor."