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I suffer with low mood/depression i think i have always been a misrable person and had an episode in aug will i always need medication can't get off ?

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Not necessarily: There are various types of depressions . It can be biological and it can be caused by life experiences including childhood issues. Treatment for depression can include medication and/or therapy. Some people don't require medication and other people respond very well to medication. Some people can come off medication and do well while others stay of them for a long time. Depression is treatable.

Answered 3/26/2013

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