Alternative Therapies Can Augment Treatment in Resistant Depression

15313-a-healthy-young-woman-stretching-outdoors-pvMost people know that alternative therapies, including massage therapy, can help with a variety of issues, from stress to pain management. But did you know that some might also help with depression? Read on to find out more about how BL (bright white light) therapy, massage therapy, and other alternative therapies are showing results for a variety of patients. 

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. – Simple, effective, nonpharmacologic therapies can significantly augment pharmacotherapy for patients with treatment-resistant depression, according to Dr. Mark Hyman Rapaport.

More complex complementary approaches are being explored and may hold promise as part of the future of precision medicine, but well-tested strategies can still help many patients, he said

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