text: Yes, there are absolutely other options than prescribed medication. I myself have grown up with depression and anxiety. For a number of years my doctor had me on all types of anti depressant medication. Though medication can help there are many other options available. If you wanted to go a different route, there are natural supplements which you can buy at most healthfood stores or even online. I have found they can work just as well if not better than prescribed antidepressants. Supplement you should look into are things like St. Johns wart, 5-HTP, SAM-e and believe it or not Omega-3 fatty acids can also really help.  I take 5-HTP instead of prozac which is what I was on and I believe it works just as well, if not better.\nI have also recently come across a product called mind soothe which looks to be very promising http://www.nativeremedies.com/mindsoothe_for_depression.shtml\n\nAs well as taking suppliments..because in reality there is no miricle pill...you might want to try yoga...it can really help\n\nBefore you make any decisions you should talk to your doctor. I hope I was of some help :)