One of my sons suffers from depression, though he's pretty much in denial. He refuses to see a psychiatrist or psychologist who can prescribe some medications that could make his everyday life so much more bearable and "happy." His attitude is that he shouldn't have to rely on some artificial drugs to alter his perceptions.

He will soon be leaving to study in another country, and I would like to suggest some "natural" alternatives that might mitigate those negative thoughts that keep him unhappy. I found a list offered by the Mayo Clinic (below), but wanted to find out what experiences my fellow members and their families have had with natural treatments.

Mayo Clinic suggestions:
- St. John's Wort
- SAMe (S-adenosylmethionine)
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- Saffron
- 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan)
- DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone)

Your experiences are welcome!