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Would it be best to take medication for depression or solve the underlying life issues?
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Depends on cause: Some people experience depression without having any underlying issues. For them, medication is usually indicated. If you tend to have more underlying issues, therapy is very important. Depending on how one responds to therapy, medication is sometimes added. For severe depression, a combination of medication and therapy work best
Answered 9/28/2016
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