Nearly 18.5 million people suffer from depression every year!
The most common form of treatment is medication. Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft, and Wellbutrin, are some of the drugs that are prescribed.
Researches suggest that depression may be caused by an imbalance of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters, and that these types of drugs help balance out the levels of two neurotransmitters called dopamine and norephinepherine.
Although these drugs are commonly prescribed, are they the best solution for someone who has depression?
The British Medical Journal stated earlier this month that they received documents from an anonymous source indicating that Prozac’s manufacturer, Eli Lilly & Co, was aware in the 1980s that this drug could have HUGE troubling side effects. However, Eli Lilly did nothing. This information was not shared with the public back then. It wasn’t until 2004 that the Food Drug Administration (FDA) began requiring that all antidepressants carry warnings on the bottle that they “increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children.” Although this is a step, it still does not address the fact that drug companies often know about the dangers of certain drugs, but fail to inform the public.
In fact, these types of drugs can cause brain tumors and produce psychotic episodes. They are highly addictive, may result in loss of libido, and may actually cause depression. In addition, they only really work for 30% of the people who take them.
If you go to a website for Wellbutrin, it states that it doesn’t work for everyone and increases the risk of suicidal thoughts/actions! Yet people take these pills every day because they are told they need them and are made to feel that they cannot function without them.
What is scary is that depression can appear as symptoms, such as stomach-aches, headaches, to severe crippling muscle pain. Other symptoms include poor sleep; weight loss or gain; forgetfulness; inability to concentrate, sleep, or enjoy the pleasures of life. Since these symptoms can appear in everyone’s life, how is it that the medical profession is able to distinguish between a person having one of these issues, or literally suffering from depression?
It makes you wonder if they can because all you have to do is watch TV to see one of these drugs advertised, then consult with your doctor to see if this medication would work for you.
Depression can be wired into the brain cells that are made in the body as a direct result of traumatic experiences in life. The problem with this approach is that antidepressants alter brain chemistry and do NOTHING to deal with the underlying cause of the problem. How can you make a change when you do not address the cause?
Chiropractic DOES address the cause in a very big way!
Chiropractors find the bones out of place, called subluxations, and remove them, which allows the body to heal itself. Chiropractic works with every living cell, tissue, nerve, and organ while allowing all communication to occur between the brain and the rest of the body through the spinal cord and nerves that make up the nervous system.
The nervous system controls EVERYTHING in the entire body, every function, thought, emotion, and even ALL CHEMISTRY.
Researches state that one of the reasons depression exists is due to chemical imbalances in the brain. Well, then doesn’t it make sense to address the CAUSE rather than masking the symptoms of depression with prescription drugs or even with a supplement that is commonly used called St. John’s Wort.
How does chiropractic address the cause? Chiropractors who utilize a corrective care of the spine approach by restoration of the cervical curve along with adjustments ultimately allow the body to function better. When the body is able to function better and have all the communication occurring between the brain and spinal cord that makes up the nervous system, this has an affect on the body’s chemistry. Isn’t it amazing to think how we were created, like masterpieces that work right when all the parts are lined up and organized the way God intended. Our bodies can function properly and heal WHEN all of the communication occurs between the brain and spinal cord (aka Nervous System). It’s no different than a car having all of its communication coming from the motor to allow it to function and run properly.
Remember, it’s your nervous system that controls everything (EVEN YOUR BLOOD CHEMISTRY) in your entire body. This important, life enhancing system is surrounded and protected by a column of bone, called your spine.
Chiropractors check you for subluxations (bones misaligned) that put pressure on the nerves and interfere with the communication and healing ability in the body. This task is life-changing, life-enhancing, and saves lives.
If you know someone who is taking medication for depression, please inform them to have their spine and nervous systems checked TODAY so they do not have to rely on medication to run their body. If someone has a diagnosis of depression, it is urgent to get their spine and nervous system checked to get their body functioning right so their blood chemistry in their brain can function correctly. Don’t keep what you learn a secret… TELL EVERYONE!!
Your Maximized Health Mentor,
