To get an idea of how large of an issue Depression is in the U.S., just look at the numbers. But, it is not your only option for the treatment of depression, nor are psychopharmaceuticals the only approach one can take to dealing with its debilitating symptoms.
Depression is an imbalance that affects body, mind, and spirit.
Its pervasive consequences demand inclusive holistic treatment. It's important to know what factors in a person's life trigger symptoms and how the various components of life modulate moods and thoughts. They focus on how to maintain good health, and secondarily on how to treat disease. The therapies tend to be natural, safe and time-tested. Many are lifestyle factors such as excessive intake of sugar, caffeine or alcohol, lack of sleep, lack of exercise and poor diet.