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How safe are antidepressents and what are safe alternatives?
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Yes: Antidepressants are quite safe and have helped millions of people. Talk to your doctor about risks and benefits. For mild cases of depression, st. Johns wort can be an alternative. Counseling is an important part of treatment for depression. Good luck.
Answered 7/27/2013
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