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Depression
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Age 40-54
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Interview 07
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He got some relief from depression, feeling better and sleeping better after spiritual healing.
Used a raft of strategies to recover including time off work, attending a support group, counselling, physical exercise, interaction with nature and pets, and spiritual healing.
Mental health
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Depression
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Age 55-64
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Interview 28
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Describes how taking a new antidepressant and doing 'Family Tree Healing' helped her to recover from a depressive episode.
Multiple severe bouts of depression/ 'euphoria', most recently in 95. Has been hospitalised and had Electroconvulsive Therapy. Most helpful approaches include the drug venlafaxine (75mg/day), music, poetry and spiritual healing.
Mental health
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Depression
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Age 30-39
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Interview 33
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Was surprised that so many celebrities with material wealth had had depression and were prepared to talk about it.
Has not used medication and is not happy with his GP. Nevertheless, he has accessed talking therapies which have helped somewhat. He also moved away from his family.
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