i have macic depression and i take medication for that.. but what else can i do to make myself feel a little better?
2006-10-17 08:39:42 · 14 answers · asked by lexi w 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
You need a support base around you. Friends that you can call and talk to who genuinly care about how your feeling. That helps immensly.
2006-10-17 08:47:16 · answer #1 · answered by Nate 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't stay on the computer for too long. (depression can set in). There is a correlation between depression and those who are on the interenet for long periods of time. Stay on no more than a half an hour. Go outside and get some fresh air. Socialize with friends. Go to church. Exercise like that first person suggested! I think that was an excellent suggestion.
2006-10-17 08:49:29 · answer #2 · answered by CJ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am no doctoor but I trained as an Aromatherapist using the essential oils made form various plants and barks etc. Some such oils can uplift a persons mood simply by being applied to the body in an oil or lotion or by merely having a few drops sprinkled on a tissue and inhaled If you have a nice memory as I do I loved the smell of my Grandma's skin and she used flowery soap and talcs. When you smell these scents they can calm you and help the world seem better for a while . But ASK YOUR DOCTOR first and ask him/her to look into it for you first as it's not a good idea to just mess with these oils without knowledge ok good luck honey
2006-10-17 08:55:51 · answer #3 · answered by ajframoth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Work out at the gym or go for walks, bikerides. Anything you can do that uses physical enegery is great to boost your moral! It makes your endorphines kick in and makes you feel better as a whole. Also boosts your esteem when you look good. Take it from me.
2006-10-17 08:47:34 · answer #4 · answered by nickie_p 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hey. It happens. What meds are you on. You might need a different kind or a higher dose... Is there anything you enjoy doing? I deal with my depression through myspace.. i leave funny comments and talk with my friends on there and it really helps..
2006-10-17 08:47:46 · answer #5 · answered by piercednurse 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Avoid alcohol and stuff with caffeine in it and also excersize is very good for you. I have manic depression and all that little stuff does help.
2006-10-17 08:48:11 · answer #6 · answered by Christina B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dunno- but it sounds like shopping spree- !!!! get your nails done, buy some new clothes, get your hair done!! Is there something you've always wanted?? Believe it or not but when a woman thinks she looks good, for some reason it makes her feel better- Dont make a habit of shopping, but definitely splurge!! Find a date- meet a guy or 2 maybe 3 who knows!!
2006-10-17 08:48:26 · answer #7 · answered by shannon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah, no self medication, if you take your meds you will feel as other people do, then it is up to you to make of that as you will, i hate to say it but live aint a bowl of roses, or whatever.
2006-10-17 08:47:56 · answer #8 · answered by tomhale138 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Also, join a group at your local hospital. It is very informative,
and fun. Plus you will meet a lot of other people in your situation.
good luck
2006-10-17 08:47:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
look i tell you now stay away from alcohol and i tell you now them tablets dont work but stay positive try to keep urself active keep your head up thru every dark day theres always a bright tomorrow how you get better :)
2006-10-17 08:49:27 · answer #10 · answered by django 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋