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Age 29 and under
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Interview 02
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While the initial side effects of Efexor (venlafaxine) seemed severe, they settled down, and even though she put on weight, the benefits outweighed th
Effective approaches include medication (currently Efexor 75 mg/day), hypnotherapy and counselling. Was finding it difficult to find therapy in the NHS.
Mental health
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Depression
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Age 55-64
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Interview 21
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Was well informed about lithium side effects, and was willing to take lithium to avoid depression again even though she is against long-term medicatio
Effective treatments include lithium (400mg/day), day care centre activities (e.g. creative activities), distracting herself from depression, counselling, diet changes and Internet research.
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