A decades old hoax has finally been uncovered to reveal to the public the misrepresentation that has been going on regarding the use of anti-depressants. Through a combination of doctored science and extremely successful marketing the pharmaceutical world has been able to turn a drug, which works no better than a sugar pill into a multi-billion dollar scam. Millions of people throughout America have been taking Prozac for their depression without realizing they might as well be taking a sugar pill; this is how effective Prozac actually is. Depression can be a very serious condition if it is not treated properly and immediately it will progress to suicidal stages, which may not be able to be reversed.

Before any anti-depressant drug is available for patient use it must go through several clinical trials. This means it is tested against a placebo (which has no medical value or effect) to see how it works on different individuals before it is placed for sale on the market. This research study found there was little to no difference in the effect of the anti-depressant drugs and the placebo. These findings show that there is no clinical difference in those suffering from moderate depression but only those suffering from severe depression can reap the benefits of these anti-depressants successfully.

This research study shows that there is almost no reason to prescribe anti-depressants to anyone unless they are suffering from a severe case of depression. This is quite an astounding research study and has more then likely brought new light to physicians and patients who have been relying on anti-depressant drugs for long periods of time or just recently. This research study should show those suffering from depression there are other ways to treat and heal these symptoms, through natural supplementation.

Some of the natural supplements, which have been treating the symptoms of depression for years, without side effects or risks, include:

• Vitamin B Complex, which is essential when it comes to the normal functioning of your brain and nervous system. For those suffering from severe depression, injections of Vitamin B may be suggested for best results.
  
  
• People with depression have been found to be deficient in Zinc and therefore supplementation becomes important. Dosages: 50 mg daily
  
  
• Calcium and Magnesium should be taken together for the calming effect and the proper function of the nervous system.
  
  
• Vitamin C is the one vitamin, which actually helps prevent depression, and is of course needed to build up your immune function.
  
  
• Read more articles on Natural Methods To Treat Depression to learn more alternatives.

In my opinion, each of these natural supplements can be used in replace of prescription medications and anti-depressants for better results and less risk of side effects. However, do not stop taking any medication without first consulting with a qualified healthcare practitioner. These natural supplements have been used for centuries, although they may be new to you, they have worked for years to treat the symptoms of depression; we have just been lost in the pharmaceutical world for too long.