Posted by linkadge on April 20, 2007, at 16:29:48
In reply to Sleep deprivation-Antidepressant effect?, posted by KayeBaby on April 20, 2007, at 15:18:24
Yes, I have found that SD is one of the most complete and fast acting antidepressant stategies.
Sometimes it can be sustained with either lithium, 5-htp, or exercise.
If I do SD alone, I ususally don't lapse for a few days.
There can be are a number of profound changes in brain and limbic functioning after SD.
I find it has a good effect on core sense of worthlessness or guilt.
Suprisingly, SD also has a potent antiparkinson's effect, hinting at a partial dopaminergic mechanism.
Not very good for psyhotic depression, as it will probably worsen it.
Friday nights are probably good, or maybe Saturday.
For some occupations it is more feasable than for others. As a student I find it very infeasable, but during the summer months I use it all the time.
Linkadge
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