Whats the best thing to do when you're depressed?

Answer 1

Try to find someone that understands where you are coming from to talk to. It is hard to deal with. Have some alone time to think about what is depressing you first, though. Sometimes I make a list of the things I am unhappy about and list what I can do to change them or make them better. I wish you luck on this. It's really hard. Take care.

Answer 2

Depends. Are we talking about once in a while getting the blues? Full spectrum light (outside or full spectrum light bulbs), exercise, soak in a tub or jacuzzi while reading something lite, talk to a friend that will not press to hard on the depression but will keep a conversation going, stay away from alcohol (depressant), don't beat yourself up emotionally over it. If you didn't get down sometimes how would you know when something is lifting you up a little?
If you mean full blown depression that does not fade within 1 - 2 weeks, and instead seems to be growing stronger, see a professional. Not your general practitioner Dr., see a Psychologist (talk therapy - takes awhile and sometimes doesn't work, but gives you tools to use in coping with depression) or a Psychiatrist (prescription anti-D's). A combination of the two can be a big help, but most cannot afford it, and many aren't honest and open when talking about themselves in therapy. Good luck.

Answer 3

Remember that God is in control of life so even though things seem bad right now, He has a plan for you to have a hope and a future.

If you can get out and do things for others, it often helps to alleviate the feelings because depression is really when you are too focused on yourself and your own problems. Don't cut yourself off from friends and family because they are the very people who can help you the most.

Answer 4

snoozing is the first-rate factor to do, in any other case your brain will wander to the proposal of doing whatever harmful. At least mine does typically I'd have a bulimic episode however I've been seeking to give up as soon as and for all

Answer 5

Okay, 1st u go out and treat yourself to ur fav. dessert. Then you gather up some friends and head to a party where you can pinch cute boys' butts! Try thinking positive, and do the things you like doing best. Get ur adrenaline fueling and do something exciting, crazy, maybe even stupid. Give your brain a vacation and chill. If someone trys to bring u down, look them squarely in the eyes and tell them to f-off! Then smile and continue w/ ur life. You don't even need a doctor. I'm too poor to get one and I was depressed last year and now I'm enjoying myself again! Go out and do something fun and memorable!

Answer 6

try to think of 10 things in your life that you are happy with,ie. your mom, your friends , your home , job or even some thing as simple as your pet .before you can come up with 10 things you'll feel better ingeneral
but you gota be positive
oh big tip dont drink or use recreational drugs(if you do either) till you start feeling better

and by the way , the sky is fgalling but dont tell the others they'll think were nutz

Answer 7

I answered this question for someone earlier. You may think this sounds crazy, but go to a room shut the door erase everything that is going on to depress you and imagine you are some where you've always wanted to be. Imagine you have won the lotto bought your own car and your own house. That everyone needs you, but you don't need them. Imagine they are your servants and have to do everything you sayor go with out! You Rule them they do not rule you. Trust me when you walk out of the bedroom you will feel better!

Answer 8

I like what posters 2 and 3 said. Also talk to someone, get all your feelings out, even if all you say is "I am so depressed, i can't stand feeling this way" Talk it out with someone. Run it out. Eat one of those delicious desserts from Friday's. Take something and retire to bed early in the hopes of feeling better when you wake up.

Answer 9

Go out and have a drink. Listen to upbeat music. Look out at the sky. Go for a long walk. Take a nap. Call a friend, or talk to a stranger.

Answer 10

a best friend is a person who walks in when the whole world goes out. If you dont have a close friend, do something you like most. Try to sleep it off. Go to the temple / church. Take a walk in the park.