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No, because you need to figure out other coping strategies and understand what’s causing you to feel certain ways.
I have ADHD so I have only taken stimulant medication and while that is one of the most effective psychiatric medications available, it still hasn’t had as much of an effect as therapy has. The true game changer for me has been the combination of both.
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Drugs only numb the symptoms and do not resolve the core issue. Talking to a therapist will help you solve the core issue making you feel depressed. Find ways and methods which can combat your symptoms. I was in a similar situation but refused to take anything. I built in practices into my life to help me deal with my issues. I do regular exercise, cold showers, long walks, talking to friends, healthy eating etc. Nowadays we're very quick to pop a pill (I'm not judging btw), I just think we should exhaust all other avenues first before going down the medication route.
My family has a long history of depression and I've seen family members take drugs their whole life. I refused to go down that path. Others have managed their symptoms through different coping strategies.
No, medications aren't enough. Behavioral modification is huge: CBT can be very effective. Exercise, diet and sleep are all important.
EMDR or talk therapy is worth considering if the depression is tied to trauma or other life events.
Medications can make it easier to build healthy lifestyle habits but they aren't a viable substitute.
You might look into therapeutic ketamine if traditional antidepressants haven't worked.