how do u beat depression, all i want to do is sleep?

Question

all the time, and i don't feel like cleaning my house or cooking dinner, i'm just not the same anymore, my grandmother who i was very close too past away about 1 month ago, i think that is it, but i don't want to live like this anymore, please help with any suggestions.

Answer 1

allow yourself to be down for a while. you went through a tough time and it is no surprise that you are not feeling perky. allow yourself to not be perfectly you for a while. its ok to be sad. but as you said...... your sick of being like this now.

then..... when you ready, go to your GP and get a referral to see a therapist.

you might need to just 8 to 12 sessions to work through some of your grief and learn some ways to deal with depression.

dont feel alone

and remember that...... this too shall pass

i think one of the worst things about depression is while your in it you think it will never go away.

but as you get through your grief and learn how to deal with depression you will have your life back again.

best of luck

Answer 2

Medication might help. Most anti-depressants take a couple of weeks to start working, and it takes longer than that to get used to the side effects. When I first started taking Zoloft it made me tired all the time. But not so sad all the time.
Wellbutrin is more effective, for me, at restoring energy and drive.
For me a side effect of this medication was it made me feel angry and irritable, at first.
Depression is no joke, people, it can be a deadly illness for some people.
My advice- don't drink alcohol.
Start going on walks , get out of the house.
Find someone to talk to about your grief. Could be a friend, support group or therapist. Doesn't matter so much who, as long as you can relate.
Just like not all meds are good for all people, not all therapists are good for all people.
Have you ever been depressed before?
Awareness of the condition makes it easier to deal with, as you can learn what the triggers are, also be aware that you're depressive thoughts aren't reality, they are symptoms of a condition that is treatable.
Exercise that elevates your heartrate will release endorpphins and may help your depression, same as diet- get lots of B-vitamins.

Answer 3

Grief is a bit different from depression. The same treatment and exercises that help with depression may not relieve feelings of sadness with someone who is mourning, nor will it speed up the grieving process.

That being said, there are some things that will make you feel better. Feel the privilege of knowing your grandmother while she was here, focus on the good times, and not the loss. (Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened - Dr. Seuss)
Remember that your grandmother wouldn't want you to feel sad, she wants you to make the most out of life and enjoy each day.

Having a pet has helped some people through a loss. Expressing affection and bonding with a lovable animal is good for the soul, while taking care of them helps you shift your focus. Having a dog will force you out of bed to take it for two big walks each day which will benefit both of you!

Shifting your focus to a new hobby or past time will also renew your enthusiasm for life as you find new purpose in fulfillment in your chosen interest.

And finally, aerobic activity is one of the quickest and instantly effective methods of relieving depression.

Answer 4

Get Active quickly. Exercise rigorously for at least 1/2 hour per day if you can. Meds help but you should seriuosly consider the side effects. These effects are usually most prevalent when a year or two down the road.. you feel fine..and you want to come off them...It sucks. Especially if you take Effexor. That stuff messes with your brain, ears, sight...everything!!

Make a concerted effort to be happy. I know it sounds like a bunch of crap..but you can think yourself out of it.

Surround yourself with people that love you, or just people that like you. Look within yourself for positive energy inside of you and exert it. It will make a difference.

After a while... you'll start to notice that what ails you now... is gone.

Please try it

Answer 5

Oh honey, get yourself to a psychiatrist that can get you on some medication. Depression is nothing to fool around with. I used to be depressed and was not on medication and I was totally miserable and not myself at all. Once I got on the medication (after a couple of weeks) I felt like myself again and I got my sense of humor back.
If you have been sad for more than 2 weeks you need to do something right away. I wish you the best and I am sorry about your grandmother.

Answer 6

I have been struggling with depression for a couple of years now. I would recommend seeing a doctor. As much as it sucks and you may not want to accept the fact that you need "mental help" it really can help to have someone help identify your problem and help you work on it. I told myself the same thing, about how I didn't want to be like that anymore, but it wasn't until I saw a doctor that I started to get better. Good Luck

Answer 7

ok. any traumatic life event can cause you to be depressed. It is normal for everyone to go through those types of feelings at some point in their lives. I truly believe that if you start to feel very depressed, you should seek help.
Some ideas for you for coping with depression:
1. start some new hobbies to occupy your time
2. get involved in an activity where you have the opportunity to help others
3. see your medical doctor and discuss how you are feeling. they may be able to prescribe you medication that will help you to sleep better and focus better on a daily basis.

Everyone should have a support structure of some sort. Make sure that you have good friends to talk to in order to help you navigate safely through your pain. Good luck....my prayers are with you!

Answer 8

Use the tools of your own consciousness (visualization, medition, affirmation) to empower, strengthen and balance your body, mind, spirit. Begin each day with a positive affirmation to set the tone for your day in positive mode. Repeat it during the stresses of your day and make it your last thought before sleep at night. In this way, you will be leaving all your dramas, traumas, stresses in God's hands for solutions to appear.

Inspiration can be found from any source...the Bible is good, poetry from the famous poets, or any other inspirational literature. Keep it simple so that you can remember and use it effectively.

Answer 9

A mourning period is natural. You can't get over a loss like that right away. Give yourself some time. Ask yourself what your grandmother would want you to do. It doesn't sound like you have a chemical imbalance or anything so meds won't help but there is grief counseling.

Answer 10

Do you have someone to open up to ?
Why don't you find someone who can share your thoughts and feelings ? Talk to a physcharist is not a bad thing.

If it is possible, why not take a trip to somewhere you have never been to ?

When it is sunny outside, stay in the backyard for some sunlight and tan.

Pick up a new hobby.
Do you have pet ? If not, can you keep some ?