We get so many mixed messages about depression it can be difficult to separate what’s real from what’s bogus. When it comes to depression, however, believing the following myths can keep you stuck in sadness, hopelessness, and despair and can prevent you from getting the help you need.

Myth #1: Antidepressants are the only cure for depression.

Fact: Since Prozac hit the market in 1987, antidepressant use among Americans has skyrocketed by 400% and over 1 in 10 Americans are currently popping a pill to try to ease their depression. But it isn’t always working. In fact, a 2014 study from researchers in the UK found that over 50% of depressed patients still experienced symptoms after being treated with antidepressants. And for about one-third of people, they still felt blue after trying four different antidepressants. to access the full article click here: (https://www.amenclinics.com/blog/7-depression-myths-you-need-to-stop-believing-now/?trk_msg=VL69SDPHLIL4H1DK5JLHI3IH28&trk_contact=AQTSQO683T8L91T0S0JOVPFQRG&trk_module=new&trk_sid=R40FV870VUJ1B0LD64HA4HR3E4&utm_source=ACI-Listrak&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=https%3a%2f%2fwww.amenclinics.com%2fblog%2f7-depression-myths-you-need-to-stop-believing-now%2f&utm_campaign=Newsletter&utm_content=Blog)