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Should you go on antidepressants if a physical problem that needs to be fixed is not and you are becoming depressed about it? will taking ssri help it
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Reactive depression: happens when you have a clear reason, like an illness,that you are responding to. In most cases either the illness gets resolved or your adjust to this new facet of your life. Please do what your doc says about medication but do continue to see out help for your medical situation. Peace and good health. Healthy food and exercise choices can help also.
Answered 7/12/2016
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