What do you do to get over depression?

Question

I have alot of depression because of friends,my love life, and my family...how can I get over it? (I took a long nap but I just woke up feeling "out of it".)

oh yeah, i can't eat, I'm very very hungry but i just can't eat for some reason and I'm losing weight.

Answer 1

Although I am not a doctor of any kind, I had depression for many years. I know that this is probably a very confusing and difficult time for you. You are doing the right thing by asking questions and doing research. The most important factor in overcoming depression is getting informed.
Dealing with depression is mostly about trying different things and seeing what works for you. By rearching, talking to people etc. I have found things things that helped me. Hopefully these will work for you.
Depression has many causes thus there are many ways to treat it. I have found that depression is an indicator that you need to reorganize your life; physically, mentally and emotionally. Firstly, you need to immediately address your physical health as your ability to address other things in your life relies on this.
Here are some things that will help the physiological side of depression.
-Excerice (this is one of the best things you can do and you will feel significantly better right away)
-Make sure you are eating enough! (a well balanced diet etc.)
-Eat lots of protein, especially at breakfast (buy protein powder and make smoothies)
-get at least 8 hrs of sleep
-you can buy vitamin supplements such as 5-HTP and St. John's Wart at health food/ grocery stores. Most people I've talked too, as well as myself, prefer 5-HTP. Taking a multi-vitamin supplement is also great because it helps to improve your nutrition.

Once you have started to build a foundation by improving your health, you need to look at the emotional side of things.
- Try to figure out triggers (causes, sources) of your depression (school, work, friends, relationships)
-Are you overly stressed? Maybe you are overwhelmed with work/school.
-If you are overwhelmed, it is possible that you are simply doing too much. It helped me to cut back on a few things (i.e. extra ciricular activites, shifts, side projects) . When you do put things aside, just make sure that physical acitivty is not one of them, this will worsen your depression.
-Talk to people! Find someone who you are close to and respect. Tell them how you are feeling
-Help someone through they're depression
-Find something you enjoy doing and is relaxing (painting reading etc.)
-Do things with good friends, go out for lunch. Just don't shut yourself off from the rest of the world

Again the most important thing in dealing with depression is to get as informed as possible. Do research, read books, websites, talk to friends and family, especially those who had depression. Finally, talk to your doctor (make absolute sure you trust him/her). S/he should suggest you get some blood tests to make sure you do not have anaemia, thyroid conditions etc. S/he will also most likely suggest antidepressants such as Paxil, Welbutrin, Prozac, Zoloft etc. I strongly recommend that you do extensive research on these drugs before taking them. Although they might work for you, they have not worked for anyone I have talked to. They have horrible side effects and can also be expensive. There are definitely better and more effective ways in dealing with depression.
Anyway, I hope these tips help and I wish you the best of luck.

Answer 2

Hey girl, you need to pay more attention to how you eat. You know how they say, you are what you eat??? That's what they mean. Sounds like you're missing the all important B12 vitamin !! Depression is just one of the symptoms of B12 deficiency . Others you may have are fatigue and exhaustion, dizziness, sweating in the head and hands, irritability, moodiness, inability to concentrate, chest pains, palpitations and even numbness and tingling !! Not pretty hey??

You need to increase your intake of foods rich in this vitamin. ie.: yeast, liver, eggs, milk, cheese and fish, kidney and pork. Recommended daily intake is 2 mcg per day.

If you are vegetarian and have excluded eggs and dairy from your diet you need supplementation with multivitamins. Go to the chemist and ask the pharmacist for advice on the best quality to buy. Don't buy synthetic vitamins as they are too hard to digest (they are the really cheap ones). Don't buy the B vitamins individually as they work best as a group. ie: B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12. One thing you could right now is go have a couple of milk/milk substitute drinks and that'll lift your spirits a bit.

You need to combine B12 with calcium for it to be properly assimilated (absorbed) through the stomach.

Hope your day improves sweetie, jus try the milk and you'll see, within an hour you'll be full of spark again.

Oops, nearly forgot, you need to make sure you get enough B vitamins every day because the B group of vitamins are water soluble. Therefore, the body can neither store or produce the B vitamins, that means you have to supply it !!

PEACE & LIGHT 2 U

Answer 3

I don't want to sound like a religious freak, but I found Jesus as my Savior.

I used to stay up all day, all night, watching pornography (whenever my mom wasn't watching). I got addicted to computer games and played them all night long, as well.
When my nieces and nephews came over, I didn't know how to act (I commited fornication in my heart and mind with my nieces. If I didn't get help, I'd probably would have had sex with them, eventually.) (Note: I'm age 17 and they're 3-4 years younger than I.)

I couldn't go into a store without thinking about my every move, because I was out of sync with the world.

I committed stuff in my heart, that only God could cleanse away. Try to get involved with your church and get out more often, with other people.

Answer 4

It helps me to remember a quote I once read.
" The only thing you really have control over in this life is your attitude".
I don't know who wrote it but it makes sense to me. I know it can be hard. I get depressed too. But sometime we just have to choose to be happy, even if we have to fake it until we feel it. I hope this helps.
Also I am starting a "Joy Box". This is just a box which I'm going to fill with things that make me smile. Thing like letters from friends, special photos, even cute novelties (I have just put in this squishy ball thing with tentacles which I love to play with). Anyway the idea is to pull out the box when I'm down and go through the stuff to cheer me up. Maybe this might work for you.

Answer 5

in the short term, you should try to get exercise (at least a walk every day) because the endorphins are a huge part of what cheers you up. I like making playlists and walking with my iPod. also, try to talk to friends (or a pet!) write (helps get things out/sort out thoughts) and do constructive things, like baking or crafts! being productive is a great way to feel better about yourself.

if it lasts longer, I would look into therapy. a doctor can help you figure out exactly what's wrong and how to fix it, plus tell you if medication is right for you. anti-depressants are definitely effective, but not for everyone.

hope you feel better!

Answer 6

At 13, you really shouldn't be worrying about your love life, you have plenty of time for boys. You need to see a counselor or psychiatrist to get a better understanding of what is going on with you. You may require meds (being so young I don't think they should give you any) or you may just need an objective person to talk to. Sleeping a lot is one sign of depression.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

I know how you feel Lady purdee....I have the same problem but mine has gone on for months. It sounds like you need a good therapist to talk to and help you through it. I wouldn't start anti-depressants unless it's the last resort. Get to the core of your problem and hopefully you will be feeling better soon. Until then....here's a hug for you and I hope it makes you smile.

Answer 9

depression is an illness too... You should try to go with an specialist if you see you don´t get better soon. But something fast that can help you is to exercise, to run or to swim are very good and healthy. Also try to isten to music, tranquile or with motivational lyrics. Watch a good movie that help you i recomend you the new one with Will Smith "the pursuit of happiness" for example... of course eat and sleep well. good luck! smile :)

Answer 10

Eat Fudge Tracks Ice Cream, watch a movie, go shopping, and then hit the gym.