Explain In patients who have been diagnosed with depression, what is the difference in effect between alternative therapy and traditionally prescribed medications in regards to symptoms over a year?

Chosen Research Topic: Alternative Therapy for Depression
Problem Statement: Depression is a common, under-treated and under-diagnosed mood disorder that can affect quality of life.
Research Question: In patients who have been diagnosed with depression, what is the difference in effect between alternative therapy and traditionally prescribed medications in regards to symptoms over a year?