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Can i beat depression with exercise ? i don't want to go back on medication again i tried sample to get me started and i got headaches from it

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depression: There are many other depression medications with fewer side-effects. Best approach is combining medications with Psychotherapy with life style changes.

Answered 3/22/2015

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