http://antidepressionguide.org depression symptoms - depression treatment - depression help - Depression Causes, Symptoms, Types, Signs, Facts, Medication Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.2 http://antidepressionguide.org/2008/10/12/baby-boomers-and-depression/ http://antidepressionguide.org/2008/10/12/baby-boomers-and-depression/#comments Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:58:30 +0000 ozzieblackcat http://b3423930-8926-428d-a03e-31b109d17862 by Susan

I was interviewed by phone not long ago by Darlene Dunn of Newsnet5.com out of Ohio for an article she wrote about Baby Boomers and their life changes that can trigger depression.   Before I give you the link to that interview I'd like to let you know that I am a Baby Boomer who has suffered with depression since my early 30's.  I sought professional help, tried a number of anti-depressants and each one worked for me for a period of time.   Psychotherapy was the most effective for me.  

My brother, David, has received a great deal of help from both anti-depressants and Psychotherapy.  In my opinion, senior citizens and people in all age groups need to seek professional help when they suffer from depression for more than a few weeks.   The professional will help you decide what will be of most help for you. 

I do believe that life changes during Baby Boomer years or anytime in our lives can trigger depression.   Problems in your relationships can trigger depression as easily as major changes such as loss of a loved one or loss of a job. 

On a personal note, my husband and I have been married for 42 years and we've shared a lot of good times as well as some problems.   My children are all gone from home now and all are loving and successful adults.   It was difficult for me to be a stay at home mom and even though I wasn't always the best mom, I did a good job.  The loss of each of my parents was devastating to me and caused me a great deal of depression.   I think a lot of Baby Boomers find themselves dealing with this same kind of loss.  

My husband retired in 2005, at which time we needed to cut our expenses and I stopped seeing my psychologist on a regular basis and took up blogging.  Blogging is definitely cheaper although it isn't nearly as effective as seeing a professional on a regular basis.   I prefaced the interview with this article because I am a firm believer in seeking professional help if you suffer from depression and I don't think that point is made in the article.    You can read the interview by Darlene Dunn at Newsnet5.com.  It is titled, Boomer's Life Changes Can Start Depression.

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I was interviewed by phone not long ago by Darlene Dunn of Newsnet5.com out of Ohio for an article she wrote about Baby Boomers and their life changes that can trigger depression.   Before I give you the link to that interview I'd like to let you know that I am a Baby Boomer who has suffered with depression since my early 30's.  I sought professional help, tried a number of anti-depressants and each one worked for me for a period of time.   Psychotherapy was the most effective for me.  

My brother, David, has received a great deal of help from both anti-depressants and Psychotherapy.  In my opinion, senior citizens and people in all age groups need to seek professional help when they suffer from depression for more than a few weeks.   The professional will help you decide what will be of most help for you. 

I do believe that life changes during Baby Boomer years or anytime in our lives can trigger depression.   Problems in your relationships can trigger depression as easily as major changes such as loss of a loved one or loss of a job. 

On a personal note, my husband and I have been married for 42 years and we've shared a lot of good times as well as some problems.   My children are all gone from home now and all are loving and successful adults.   It was difficult for me to be a stay at home mom and even though I wasn't always the best mom, I did a good job.  The loss of each of my parents was devastating to me and caused me a great deal of depression.   I think a lot of Baby Boomers find themselves dealing with this same kind of loss.  

My husband retired in 2005, at which time we needed to cut our expenses and I stopped seeing my psychologist on a regular basis and took up blogging.  Blogging is definitely cheaper although it isn't nearly as effective as seeing a professional on a regular basis.   I prefaced the interview with this article because I am a firm believer in seeking professional help if you suffer from depression and I don't think that point is made in the article.    You can read the interview by Darlene Dunn at Newsnet5.com.  It is titled, Boomer's Life Changes Can Start Depression.

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I read an article by John M. Grohol, Psy.D. called "Another Brain Fad For Depression?"and I wonder how long this new theory will hold up.  Supposedly, according to scientists, anti-depressants have little to do with the amount of serotonin in the brain.  The drugs work because they help heal our neurons, which have been shrinking and dying. 

I really don't like the sound of this new theory because it sounds just a wee bit like what happens to the brain when you develop Alzheimer's.   As some of you know, both of my parents had Alzheimer's.  Both of them also had depression.  I'm getting more depressed just thinking about this!

I certainly hope John M. Grohol, Psy.D was right when he said, "Neuroscience will one day provide us the “keys to the kingdom” of understanding our brains."  I hope it happens soon!



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I read an article by John M. Grohol, Psy.D. called "Another Brain Fad For Depression?"and I wonder how long this new theory will hold up.  Supposedly, according to scientists, anti-depressants have little to do with the amount of serotonin in the brain.  The drugs work because they help heal our neurons, which have been shrinking and dying. 

I really don't like the sound of this new theory because it sounds just a wee bit like what happens to the brain when you develop Alzheimer's.   As some of you know, both of my parents had Alzheimer's.  Both of them also had depression.  I'm getting more depressed just thinking about this!

I certainly hope John M. Grohol, Psy.D was right when he said, "Neuroscience will one day provide us the “keys to the kingdom” of understanding our brains."  I hope it happens soon!



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