Depression is a common complication among stroke victims and doctors may want to give antidepressants instantly to these victims instead of waiting that the victims develop depression or not, a new study suggests.

According to the lead authors of the study these findings have the ability to lead towards an extended use of antidepressants. It is also possible that high-risk people like stroke victims may use the drugs before becoming a victim of depression. This extended use would be similar to the use of cholesterol drugs that people have to avoid heart attack.

Low doses of the antidepressant “Lexapro” were given to some stroke patients and it was noted that there was 4.5 percent lesser risk in the patients on the drug than the patients who were getting a dummy pill.

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Doctors are providing alternative positive methods for depression. Doctors and Gps of London have prescribed exercises for the patients of depression. This is in the increasing ratio. In addition to medication or psychotherapy, you can find some exercises if you suffer from depression or anxiety. The physical and psychological benefits of exercise can improve your symptoms of anxiety and depression.

“There is a great awareness and evidence about the benefits of exercise and the feedback from patients is positive.” - Said Professor Steve Field, chairman of the Royal College of General Practitioner (GP) services.

Three years ago only 5% of the patients were prescribed where as now it has increased to 22%. – reported by a survey conducted by Mental Health Foundation found. “Exercise can relieve depression through improving self-esteem and by relieving feelings of isolation” – report given by the researchers.

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