be it she says psychiatrist ujjaini srimani agrees social networking and shopping might help some to tide over depression though it cant be a rule or a set method of treatment she feels since its often difficult to have a social life at a later age social networking is a good way of getting in touch with people it could act as a welcome diversion she says ujjaini adds that she doesnt agree with the view that social networking fosters shortterm relationships that could again be frustrating there is a tendency to label all shortterm relationships bad this is not necessarily true in fact i have come across cases where it has rejuvenated individuals if it helps one to get rid of depression why not she asks psychiatric consultant j ram however feels that such innovative therapies may not have a longlasting effect it may work for some but not for everyone it cant be recommended he said