There is no way to prevent major depression, but detecting it early can diminish symptoms and help to prevent the illness from returning.
A combination of psychotherapy and medication is most helpful. The most commonly prescribed antidepressants are in the group known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). They include fluoxetine (Prozac), sertraline (Zoloft), paroxetine (Paxil) and citalopram (Celexa). They are fairly easy to take and relatively safe compared...
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Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Bipolar Disorder
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