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# Naturopathic Approach to Depression Treatment

## The Impact of Untreated Depression

#### Using naturopathic methods for treatment can effectively help alleviate and manage symptoms, either on their own or in conjunction with pharmaceutical drugs.

Sometimes it is absolutely necessary to use pharmaceutical medication, but certainly not always. In moderate and mild depression, most cases are treatable naturopathically.

Those suffering from depression often find it hard to pinpoint at first as depression can come on gradually. Things start feeling off and eventually it can be hard to find hope or positivity in your life. This can be a very scary experience and unfortunately, while things are improving, there is still some stigma around mental illness, even though ¼ Canadians will experience a serious episode at some point in their lifetime. And it is strongly suspected that this number will soon prove to be closer to 50% of all Canadians – and that includes children, sadly.

Depression is can be situational, a side effect of a medication, genetic or even a result of another medical condition (such as hypothyroidism), however regardless of the cause it can be supported with naturopathic medicine.

Effective treatment of depression allows people to get back to their lives with being able to access feelings of happiness, hopefulness and have the energy to do the things you enjoy. Often times depression can be made worse by anxiety, which becomes another obstacle to getting well again. Thankfully there are some excellent interventions and treatments in naturopathic medicine to treat anxiety.

## What are some of the signs of depression?

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## How Depression Can Affect Your Life

Because depression affects your energy levels and how you feel about yourself, the impact is seen throughout a person’s life – in relationships, physical health (oh yes, the mind and body are indeed very connected), at work, in parenting, etc.

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## What Factors Influence Depression?

Thyroid conditions, adrenal fatigue, hormone related issues and other illnesses.

Low levels of iron, vitamin D, Omega 3s, magnesium and other vitamins and mineral that impact mood

Dietary allergies and sensitivities that cause the body to be inflamed and stressed.

Low serotonin levels

Insomnia / trouble sleeping

Lack of exercise

Medications and antibiotics

## What are the options for treating Depression Naturopathically?

THE PROCESS

## How to get started

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## 01

#### BOOK A CONSULTATION

If you're on the fence about jumping into your naturopathic health journey, feel free to book a free 10-minute consultation call with me.

## 02

#### PERSONAL ASSESSMENT

Your initial health assessment is your first appointment which is one hour. We will discuss your medical history, family medical history, lifestyle, discuss your goals, review any lab work you may have sent ahead of time, do a deep dive on your concerns and order lab work if necessary. Then I provide a comprehensive strategic plan which may include nutrition and exercise changes, herbs or supplements, and hormone replacement therapy or other prescriptions as indicated and referrals if indicated.

## 03

#### FOLLOW UP APPOINTMENTS

In your follow-up appointments, we will go over any changes you have noticed and make adjustments accordingly to your plan, and do refills as required.  These visits vary in length and this depends on what is requried.