it depends.. if you have a stressor that can be addressed you should go for counseling along with medication I advise you to discuss about this in detail with a mental health professional to deal with the symptoms. consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling connect with me through practo. Follow my page on facebook "juhi parashar clinical psychologist" for mental health updates. all the best more power to you.

Dear concerned Since you are diagnosed with depression . It is necessary to give compliance to medication . Regular Review consultations with  your psychiatrist will ascertain your faith in  improving.You may also take CBT  to overcome depressive cognitions from a clinical psychologist for the needful.

Hello Friend, Good that you are seeking a help here. Antidepressant are medicines that helps you to supress your emotions so that you get temporary relief and able to do your day to life. Sometimes it may cause side effects due to various factors including your body condition, cooperation on treatment plan etc. It does change your thoughts or belief. So, to get a complete cure in parallel, with the help of psychotherapy you need to work  on the causes for your stress that creates this depression eg. work or career related issues or relationship issue or lifestyle disorders etc. May be you need a guidance of Psychologist to recommend suitable non medicine treatments plan and clear your doubts regarding the treatment plan. Don't hesitate to consult and start a suitable psychotherapy.

Anti Depression drugs don't make you forget your problems but help you prioritise your issues and gives you the wherewithall to work with them. Sometimes the brain chemistry is affected and drugs are required take them and feel better