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I am 48 years old (yes that's old compared to some of you).


I have worked in nursing and/or healthcare management positions for 24 years. Primarily OB, Neonatal, Mental Health, Occupational Health and Geriatrics. In Jan 2008 I started my own business to board horses and do equine/human education. I am also a certified dog trainer.


I've been around the block so to speak and seem to be always helping others. I've been told that the reason people seek me out for advice is that I am approachable and caring. But on the same token even though I consider the person's feelings. I tell it like I see it. I've dealt with people in trouble with the law, dysfunctional families such as those with abuse & marriage problems. Not to mention problems with employees and employers.


I don't ever claim to know it all, and always keep an open mind.

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I'm 19 years old, and have been dealing with depression since I was eight. I don't have insurance or anything, and I know that I need medication for it. So, can anyone tell me how much depression medication will be without insurance?
And how I can get insurance now that I'm at least 18 years of age. thank you.

If you are able to work full time, consider positions that have benefits that include a prescription plan. Then you will typically pay a co-pay on certain medications. The employer can give you a list of medications that are covered and you can take that to your physician. If you cannot work because of the 'depression' and/or your household income is limited you can speak with social services in your county and see what assistance is available for your particular situation. They are there to help, and everyone needs some kind of help from time to time, so don't feel bad asking.

Most pysicians understand that people have a difficult time paying for prescriptions and perhaps would work with you on this. There are now many kinds of medications for depression, the older drugs are likely to cost less. It will also depend on what type of depression you have, as there are several types--and due to several causes. So the cost would be too wide of a range for us on here to guess, anywhere from $30-$500.00 per month..huge difference.

Many drug companies offer a discount or assistance program for those with limited income or without insurance.

Here's a place to check that out:

http://www.rxassist.org/faqs/default.cfm

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