How to live with depression

Exercising helps by releasing an anti-depressant chemical in your brain.  A recent study indicates that exercise is more effective than taking the well-known anti-depressant drug, Zoloft. Start by taking short walks and then gradually increase your walking distance.Look for family and friend to exercise with you.  They will help you stay motivated.Exercising will help to release pent-up emotions that hamper your success in coping with depression.     Depressed people have a tendency to think negative and worry.  This way of thinking makes one vulnerable to unhealthy emotions and affects one’s ability to improve his or her health.Here are some suggestions on improving your way of thinking to cope with depression:Focus on tasks and keep busyThink about your talents, skills, and achievementsAvoid talking about negative feelings and thoughtsWrite down what you’re worried aboutWrite down your thoughts and try to correct the negative onesRemember happy timesLook and observe the good things around youPeople experiencing depression have irregular sleeping patterns.  By sleeping too much, or not getting enough sleep, depressed individuals can make themselves feel worse. Here are some suggestions on how to develop healthy sleeping patterns:Regularly exercise early in the dayAvoid taking naps before bedtimeAvoid coffee and tea after 4:00PMDon’t drink more than four cups of tea or coffee a dayGet up the same time every morningTry to relax by drinking warm milk, reading, doing relaxation exercises, or listening to calming music.View the list »
There are solutions to living with depression

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Millions of people around the world want solutions on how to live with depression. It’s an understatement to say that various levels of help are required to cope and recover from this malady.

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Nonetheless, by intervening early we can avoid symptoms from getting worse.

It’s important to be aware of the signs, know how to manage these signs, and know where to get the support needed to cope and recover from depression.

Depression is a serious illness that necessitates medical attention; however, there are many options that can contribute to coping and recovering from this sad reality, aside from using drugs and medication.

Remember; if depressive feelings persist, please ask for help! Many caring professionals and compassionate people are willing and capable of providing the help and attention needed to live with depression.

The following list provides you some suggestions on ways to cope with depression.

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  • People experiencing depression have irregular sleeping patterns.  By sleeping too much, or not getting enough sleep, depressed individuals can make themselves feel worse. Here are some suggestions on how to develop healthy sleeping patterns:Regularly exercise early in the dayAvoid taking naps before bedtimeAvoid coffee and tea after 4:00PMDon’t drink more than four cups of tea or coffee a dayGet up the same time every morningTry to relax by drinking warm milk, reading, doing relaxation exercises, or listening to calming music.
  • Depressed people have a tendency to think negative and worry.  This way of thinking makes one vulnerable to unhealthy emotions and affects one’s ability to improve his or her health.Here are some suggestions on improving your way of thinking to cope with depression:Focus on tasks and keep busyThink about your talents, skills, and achievementsAvoid talking about negative feelings and thoughtsWrite down what you’re worried aboutWrite down your thoughts and try to correct the negative onesRemember happy timesLook and observe the good things around you
  • Exercising helps by releasing an anti-depressant chemical in your brain.  A recent study indicates that exercise is more effective than taking the well-known anti-depressant drug, Zoloft. Start by taking short walks and then gradually increase your walking distance.Look for family and friend to exercise with you.  They will help you stay motivated.Exercising will help to release pent-up emotions that hamper your success in coping with depression.     
  • As you go through your depressive episodes, document your feelings in a private and secure journal.  Try to write in your journal on a daily basis.Write down all your thoughts and feelings without holding back.By writing down your inner thoughts and feelings, you help to relieve anxiety and fears. Your journal or diary is personal and completely private, so use it to your advantage!Do not worry about anyone judging you as you let out your darkest thoughts, no holds barred.
  • Depressed individuals may find that they do not enjoy activities that they use to enjoy.  By not trying activities, you reduce a number of things that can improve your chances of helping yourself cope with depression.Here are a few things to help increase the amount of activities to enjoy:List as many activities as possible you use to enjoyRemember that you may not enjoy activities as much as you did before feeling depressedWrite down and talk to others about an activity you experienced and enjoyedEach day, plan activities and increase the amount of time you participate in them.Motivate yourself and focus on having fun!Did you enjoy this article?  Subscribe and receive e-mail alerts to George Zapo’s new articles related to public, global, and environmental health.Also, be sure to follow George Zapo on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and LinkedIn.
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, Coudersport Healthy Living Examiner

George Zapo is certified in Public Health Promotion & Education (Kent State University). George focuses on providing sound advice on global, public and environmental health. Read more articles by George Zapo at "Healthy Habits" website: georgezapo.com

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