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I work for a psychiatrist in Houston. Dr Lisa Routh is respected in the treatment of depression and anxiety in both adults and children. She has books on the subject and these are not difficult to find on Amazon. I run the nuclear medicine aspect of her practice. She tends to look to lifestyle changes to defeat depression but will prescribe meds when neccessary. I was heisitant to post this as it may appear as a solicitation for business. It is not. I just wanted the option available for those who may want more info. The business website is brainwavesnic.com. This thread was a fascinating train wreck of conflicting opinions. Seek professional help when possible. Andrea Yates tried Mul's approach to depression and she ended up harming those children that she truly did love. Best of luck to all.
I respect muls right to an opinion, however to bludgeon others with it will win no converts.