katy Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Hi All, Are fish oils heelpful in depression.Anyone on it and has views to share . Thanks katy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiaB Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 There's a long post stuck at the top of the nutrition board that answers questions about Omega 3 fatty acids and their effect on depression and schizophrenia. http://www.crazyboards.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=44 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve@3AM Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 Katy, Fish oil (EPA/DHA, Omega 3's etc.) are, in general, good dietary supplements. Some people feel that they can help depression - as can a number of supplements - on a minor level - and as can even more so a good diet and exercise. They are NOT, however, medication and shouldn't be seen as being 'helpful' on that level. Diet and exercise AND a 'healthy' mental space - as in GOOD relationships, not BAD ones - are probably more important than even meds and therapy. In other words, IF you are depressed work on those things not just take a pill or supplement or see a therapist. Do everything you can to find a healthy and positive lifestyle and POSITIVE emotional support. But if you are depressed do also follow through with therapy - and meds if the doctor or therapist think they will help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katy Posted April 25, 2008 Author Share Posted April 25, 2008 thanks miab and steve,i have heard lots of good things about fish oils so wanted to share with you folks here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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