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How is the treatment of depression administered?

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Psychotherapy: Psychotherapy (talk therapy) involves talking with a mental health professional.

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Medication: Prescription medicine called antidepressants can help change the brain chemistry that causes depression

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Complementary medicine: This involves treatments you may receive along with traditional Western medicine.

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Brain stimulation therapy: Brain stimulation therapy can help people who have severe depression or depression with psychosis.

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Getting regular exercise

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Getting quality sleep (not too little or too much)

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Avoiding alcohol, which is a depressant

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Eating a healthy diet

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Spending time with people you care about