Does anyone have a sure fire way to help major depression even when you know your life is more then good?

Question

I am already on meds- in fact. many meds- and have probably tried almost everyone of them at some point in time.
I am just really sick of feeling this way.Could it be something else? Something more?

Answer 1

breathing techniques work wonders. cut out some time for yourself and relax, breathing in and out very slowly, thinking of the things in your life that make you happy. think of why they make you happy, if it is a person then think of theyre touch and how it feels to be close to them. If you are thinking of a place think about the sounds and smells and all of the little details. Now while thinking about this thing, understand how lucky you are to have it in your life, spend a little time there or with him/her and completely enjoy yourself. Release your stress through exercise and streching as well. Go out and do things you enjoy, don't let excuses get in the way. Dress up and have fun

Answer 2

Well - people telling you to get on meds aren't much help. There are a lot of aspects to the medication side of major depression, as well as to the therapy side.
I have suffered from major depression for 20 years. Initially it was a few small incidents, but then changed to "all of the time". Fortunately I went to a good psychiatrist who had been giving me therapy already. He told me this, as we went thru and tried the different combinations of medications, etc. etc.: Prescribing medication for depression is an ART as well as a science. Each person needs their own special combination of meds to help them. Each time you start a new antidepressant, it takes at least 2 weeks to "titrate" into your system and start working. So you give yourself that time. Then you report how you are, and if it is not working, the doctor changes the dosage or combines it with another med or whatever she/he thinks is the next suitable step in solving YOUR chemical problem. It is frustrating and difficult; you run into meds you cannot tolerate, meds that have no impact, meds that only help a little, etc.
If you have been prescribed anti-depressants ONLY BY A General Practitioner - a regular MD, you MUST change over to a good psychiatrist for treatment. Most of the medication problems in this area arise from a regular doctor treating a mental health patient. If the psychiatrist you see does not seem to put any effort into caring and helping, change to another psychiatrist. Persist in caring about yourself and hanging on to your life no matter what the cost. I can recommend postive-thinking books, etc, etc, but yours is most probably chemical and will be solved that way.
I have a " formula" I have been on for 20 years; and still, when a tragedy or other big blow in life happens, I do not function and handle it as well as others can. I go back to my doctor or a good therapist and work through the emotional problem, because that is the other part of treatment of this disease.

Answer 3

It can be caused by your environment (ie people, wheather, allergies, etc) or low confidence, or Physically(ie lack of excercise and water, or Chemically in your body) or if you are female it can be hormones or even birth control or meds.
Now I say, BEFORE YOU CAN FIX THE PROBLEM ...YOU HAVE TO D-E-C-I-D-E TO TAKE A STEP TO FIGURE IT OUT. Most people get stuck in a cycle of Thinking about it all, but not DOING anything to eliminate the possibilities. So find a really STRONG reason to change it and inspire yourself to take care of yourself! Go see a doctor. Go see a therapist. If your life is "good" then maybe it is Chemical, or maybe your "good life" is someone elses deffinition of good and you want something different. Do not be worried. Just go DO. Make a list of YOUR thoughts about it. Dont be ashamed. There is no wrong. & Dont ask for opinions you know you best. Then Give yourself at least 1 small goal a day(ie: set up a doctors appt. or go for a light jog) to explore each thought. 1 a day, or what you can handle. Then be honest with yourself and keep moving forward till you figured it out and "feel better". Your list will also be helpful at the doctors or therapist. Set goals. So important. God Bless

Answer 4

Go to the doctor and get yoursef on antidepressants! Major epression is a chemical imbalance in the brain and mosty of the time cannot be overcome by itself. There are many antidepressants out there and some work for some people and others work for other people - it might take some trial on different types, and it might take 6 weeks or more you to start feeling any better - but they DO work and most often than not, it will be the only time you will need to take them in your life. Doctors also suggest talking to a therapist while on medication, but I did not find this to be helpful, when you're depressed the last thing you feel like doing is talking to a stranger about your personal problems. The best people to talk to are you friends and family.

Answer 5

I got depressed a couple years ago. I left a great job because of it. Since then I've been working out a lot and getting outside more, and I've improved 99%. Exercising releases endorphines, which make you naturally feel good. And looking better always makes you feel better about yourself, so that helps too. Just stick with something, no matter how hard it is at first, and you'll find pride and happiness once you're doing well at it.

Answer 6

If you are a self-loather who cannot forgive yourself, I can help you as I myself conquered this problem. However, the methodology that I used is a bit complex, but I would be willing to share it with you via email as I really don't want it publicized. It is a particular meditation that I did for 3 nights which may sound a bit strange to some - but I promise you that it was miraculous in enabling me to forgive myself.

If you have circumstantial depression, you may need counseling / medication. More than likely medication is required for both types.

Answer 7

I totally agree on the focused breathing technique. Not only is it good for you physically, but it can really tone down the mental struggling of panic attacks, heavy embarrasment, fear, paranoia, self-doubt, etc...
Just breathe relaxed and deeply, and try not to think about other things.
On another tip, move your body. Break a sweat. It's amazing how a person can cultivate mental clarity through physical exertion.

Good luck.

Answer 8

Have you consulted a doctor or other health care professional. It sounds like you really want someone to answer your question but it is such a broad one. You apparently feel your life is good and that is wonderful. Obviously, you have much to live for and be happy about. Now, you need to understand that your depression may be caused by factors beyond your control such as clinical depression, and/or genetic factors. Please consult a health care professional (or two or three if need be); there is medication and counseling available. Good luck!

Answer 9

Its a crap shoot. I have been through seven different combinations of meds. I'm not going to lie to you. Meds suck, but if it were not for the meds I would not sleep, my mind would be racing constantly, and I would probably be dead.

Answer 10

well i had a big problem with depression for a while and had a cutting problem and everything but go get checked out about it because allot of people have a chemical in balance that makes you depressed and they can give you medicine for that.