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  1. Blank How linked is Depression with the mindset of "I must be in control of all in my life"?
    I've made a lot of progress with my anxiety/stress/depression in recent weeks/months by becoming more aware of my tendency to try to control everything and everyone around me. Is this 'control orientation' one of the key causes of Depression?
    Asked by User 240   |  Answers: 0   |  Updated: July 27, 2008
  2. Blank All approaches to Higher Power are accepted
    In response to Stopping drinking with the assistance of AA
    Actually, Buddhist approaches work as well as just considering 'the group / fellowship' as your Higher Power -- there's no real religious requirement here.  Only that you're open to concept of a power greater than yourself having helped you to stop drinking.  I think that's one o...
    User 240   |  July 27, 2008   |   Not yet rated
  3. Blank Great reminder that sleep's a huge tie-in to Depression
    In response to Beat Depression w/out Psychiatry Antidepressant Drugs - video from psychetruth
    I've been running non-stop for many months, and have gotten to the point where I'm just "weary".  Not only is that negatively impacting my workouts and overall energy, but I'm betting that it's a major contributor to my ongoing malaise.  So, thanks for the reminder.Funn...
    User 240   |  July 14, 2008   |   Average: 5.00
  4. Blank Does anyone know what the drug-free treatment rate is for depression?
    Specifically, I'd like to know what % of people resolve their depression without the use of anti-depression drugs. I've been going to therapy for 6-9 months now, and think I'm starting to see benefits, but want to know what the odds are that I'll 'lick this' without having to re...
    Asked by User 240   |  Blank Resolved   |  Answers: 2   |  Updated: July 27, 2008
  5. Blank Stopping drinking with the assistance of AA
    I spent many years drinking from age 15 to age 38.  There were many days where I told myself 'never again' but invariably, later that day, I'd have my first of several/many beers.  While much of my drinking felt social in nature, it was always quite different than what I saw othe...
    User 240   |  July 01, 2008   |  Comments: 2   |   Average: 5.00