What do you do if you are depressed?

Answer 1

Do something that makes you HAPPY

Answer 2

First you need to figure out why you are depressed. Write everything down that you think could be leading you to feel like you do. Then go over the list and determine what is worth being depressed over and fixing and what is worth throwing away and chalk it up to a learning experience.

A lot of times we keep inner feelings built up in us and dwell on the negative instead of moving forward and finding good in the bad. It is not good for you physically or mentally.

If you work with this list you made faithfully and throw out all the bad you can adjust your way of thinking and begin to breath again. Chances are when you look at the list you will realize that much of it is not worth what it has made you feel like.

Start every morning with positive thoughts. Pretty soon you will retrain your way of thinking and the world will seem a lot better to you and you will be able to accomplish anything.

Just try it. If you do it it will work and it will work without drugs or the fear of getting more depressed.

Good luck to you. Remember there are always those that have it a lot worse than you do. Be grateful for what you do have and the fact that you have the ability to fix anything you want to fix.

Answer 3

Depression is a mental and physical state that needs to be addressed by professionals. I know from first hand experience. Those who have not experienced real depression have no idea what it feels like and there are no quick fixes. Speak to your doctor and let him/her assist you in addressing the situation and probably getting some help though prescription medication.
There are also many types of temporary and seasonal depression. A professional can ascertain the differences for you.
Others say "hang out with friends". Nice idea IF you have friends and if those friends care about you.

Answer 4

If you know your depressed then you know the symptoms. Make yourself go out and enjoy life even if you don't want to. Hang out with friends and family. And find someone that you close with to talk about what can be causing the depression. If you can figure out the cause you can resolve the issue and feel a lot better.

Answer 5

Clinically depressed? Or just down in the dumps depressed? If it's serious, then get help, from a professional. If it's just down in the dumps, get out and enjoy life!

Answer 6

if your depression lasts longer than 2 weeks,see your family doctor,depending on what insurance you have,they should give you a referral to either a psychologist or psychiatrist.many people suffer from depression,as I am one of them.I take the anti depressant cymbalta,it helps so much!good luck.

Answer 7

As an everyday "thing" I save anything I get that makes me feel good, and notes or letters or cards that "praise" me,,pictures that make me smile, or pictures of people or places that are dear to my heart...these are kept in a file folder to be reviewed when I'm "down"...they help...

As for really depressed , I curl up in the Fetal position and have a good cry..then review ny folder...find something that will make me laugh...( and you have to make yourself do this)..

Don't know what will work for you..hope this helps...

Answer 8

Just be conscious you're still breathing right now in this BIG BIG world and you will definitely get through..A lot of unfortunate people in this world dont even have the fortune to be breathing right now, so you better do.Eat chocolate..YO MAN! researchers say chocolate can really cheer u up..IT works GOOOOOD... but i dont noe if it works for u. Other than that,SOCIALISE man..hang out with your best mates..someone u can totally talk to..just plz dont do anything stupid..u Get waht i mean..i mean your whole life's ahead of u..You've still got lots of things you can do.. like having joy HELPing others, showing love for your family and friends..CHERISH them man..they're right beside you..They are THERE to help you get on with life and Time will definitely heal your wounds.

Answer 9

the quickest thing i have found is to call a friend. i don't always need to tell them i'm depressed. if i just say i need human or adult conversation they understand and we just talk about anything. even ten minutes talking seems to sway my thoughts so that i'm not dwelling on my sad or depressed feelings.
i sincerely hope you feel better.

Answer 10

Something that causes me to be motivate myself from depression. LIke listening to Frank Sinatra's "Thats Life" or other songs that inspire me to Rise to the TOP!!

Answer 11

I go out, speak with my friends, even if i want to be alone and to eat. But all depends on your psihlogy, if you have a strong character or not you shoul influence yourself...