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Depression
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Age 55-64
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Interview 12
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Becoming secretary for a new local support group helped her to feel useful, link with professionals and help others.
Helpful approaches include support from patients in hospital, counselling and medication (Lofepramine). She understands depression as a passing phase and feels she is well past the worst of it.
Mental health
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Depression
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Age 30-39
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Interview 09
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A social worker visited his home and helped his father to better understand depression, as well as helping him to talk issues through.
Since 1995 has undergone a recovery which has involved therapy (systemic consultation) as well as learning social skills, engaging in enjoyable activities, and involvement in self-help groups.
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