I have chosen the stance that depression should be treated by the Therapeutic Lifestyle Change program, a six-step program outlined by Dr. Stephen S. Ilardi in his novel, The Depression Cure. The six-step program includes lifestyle elements such as dietary omega-3 fatty acids, engaging activity, physical exercise, sunlight exposure, social support, and sleep. The counter argument to this controversy is that medication should be used and can help aid in combating depression.
Sources:
Ilardi, Stephen S. The Depression Cure: the 6-step Program to Beat Depression without Drugs. Cambridge, MA: Da Capo Lifelong, 2009. Print.
"Drug Options for the Treatment of Depression." WebMD. Web. 13 Nov. 2011.
"NAMI | Depression." NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness - Mental Health Support, Education and Advocacy. Web. 13 Nov. 2011.
This sounds like a very interesting argument, and you already have a well-developed position, since you agree with the author of The Depression Cure. You can then focus your research on understanding the other positions (so you can better argue against them) and understanding the beliefs of the audience you have chosen (so you can use effective strategies to accomplish your purpose).
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