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THE DEPRESSION FORUMS TOS and FAQ
General, system and contact information.
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PLEASE DO NOT POST QUESTIONS IN REGARD TO MEDICATION OR DEPRESSION ISSUES HERE. PLEASE POST THOSE QUESTIONS IN THEIR APPROPRIATE AREAS.

Abilify (aripiprazole) is an atypical antipsychotic frequently prescribed to address mood and personality disorders.

Celexa (citalopram) and Lexapro / Cipralex (escitalopram -- each marketed under various names) are two different medications with similar origins. Both are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and are often prescribed for depression or anxiety related symptoms.

Cymbalta (duloxetine) is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) used to treat depression, anxiety and other related symptoms.

Effexor (velafaxine) & Pristiq (desvenlafaxine) are serotonin/noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitors (SNRIs) that share a common origin but have different effects, especially regarding withdrawal.

Latuda (lurasidone) is an anti-psychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

Paxil (paroxetine) is a frequently prescribed selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI) often prescribed to treat depression, anxiety and other related symptoms.

Prozac (fluoxetine) is a common selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI) often prescribed to treat depression, anxiety and other related symptoms.

Remeron (mirtazapine) is more modern noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressant (NaSSA) often prescribed to treat depression and anxiety symptoms or as a hypnotic (sleeping aid)

Viibryd (vilazodone) is a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor antidepressant (SSRI) used to treat depression, anxiety and other related symptoms.

Wellbutrin (bupropion) is often prescribed as a supplement to other antidepressant medications, especially in the U.S.

Zoloft (sertraline) is a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor used to treat depression, anxiety and other related symptoms.

This is a place to discuss medications that do not have a distinct place above.
Please do not post about any medication that has its own discussion area.

How our medications effect us individually. Your questions answered..Our support given.

Depression Forums are not a Suicide/Crisis Intervention Center. If you are in imminent danger of hurting yourself, we urge you to refer to the first section of these Forums now. You MUST get immediate professional help which we CANNOT provide.

Any depression related topics that are GENERIC in nature and do not fall neatly into one of the disorders or medication Forums.

An open discussion of anxiety, panic attacks and PSTD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)

Children & Adult. Many people use the term ADD as a generic term for all types of ADHD.

A place just to talk about your suicidal feelings ONLY.

Anhedonia is essentially an absence of pleasure or reward. It is often referred to as a sense of apathy, "zombiness," or being numb.

Coping With Loss - Bereavement and Grief.
Of hope and healing in a private area for members who are grieving for a loved one.

Bipolar disorder, also known as bipolar affective disorder, is a mental disorder characterized by periods of elevated mood and periods of depression.

Eating Disorders... We are all about ED RECOVERY and are NOT in any way about pro-ana.
NO numbers, (NO weights, clothing size, BMI, calories, etc.), will be discussed.

OCD sufferers enter here for a world full of understanding and answers to any of your questions

A discussion room for members with BPD, Schizophrenia, DID and other (often co-morbid) diagnoses.

This is a Forum which offers member understanding and support. Self-injury: You are NOT the only one..

Supporting each other in our fight against these addictions whether it be  any substance abuse, pain meds, antidepressants or alcohol.
 

Members give support and talk about a host of illnesses and the impact and effects it has in regard to Depression and Anxiety:

This is the forum to discuss your relationships, which includes all family members and how they are impacted by depression.

Forums concerning depression and mental health issues for parents, children and families

This is a Secular Forum to explore the relationship between ONLY your Depression and Spirituality. Keep your posts focused on personal support only; The Forum is not meant to proselytize or to be anyone's pulpit!  This is a room to explore the relationship between your Depression, Religion, Politics and Spirituality. This is NOT a forum to debate Religion, Politics or to hold purely Religious or Political squabbles.  Discuss how your beliefs (or unbelief's) have helped or hindered YOU on your Road to Recovery.

A safe place for GLBT members and allies to talk about how our sexual orientation and gender identity relate to depression.

Bullying is when a person or group repeatedly tries to harm someone who is weaker or who they think is weaker. Sometimes it involves direct attacks such as hitting, name calling, teasing or taunting. Sometimes it is indirect, such as spreading rumors or trying to make others reject someone. Recently, bullying has even been reported in online chat rooms and through e-mail.

Psychotherapy

Archaic stereotypes and discrimination are painful reminders that mental illnesses are still stigmatized.
When mental illnesses are used as labels "depressed," "schizophrenic," "manic," or "hyperactive," they can hurt.
 

Questions such as: Am I alone? What causes depression? how is depression treated? What is depression, OCD, anxiety, bipolar disorder or other related illneses? Does therapy help?

DF will be bringing you Information regarding Clinical Trials, Seminars and Community Calendar Events
which are open to the public.

Eclectic off topic chatter. Come hang out around the cooler with friends. Share your thoughts, relax and get to know each other. What's new in your world?

*Please respect the fact that we are PG13 rated forums and subscribe to the HONcode on the net.

What has been working for you? This is the place to come to share the positive actions you are taking towards recovery.

Discussion and resources for claiming benefits, disability and advice about insurance, discrimination and related issues.

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