2007-07-01 11:11:01 · 27 answers · asked by Phil J 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Depression is both a pschobehavioural disturbance and a neurohormonal problem.
Basically, it depends how serious it is, and what effect it is having on your life.
Classical depression symptoms are: Low mood, weight change (can be up or down), change in appetite (also up or down), early morning wakening.
The first step is to look at your life, what is it that is making you feel low, Work, money, relationships?
Try and talk to friends family about your problems. Even your Doctor if you dont feel comfortabel talking to these people.
Unfortuneately the world we live in now is very stressful.
Make time for you, you need to make sure you have enough relaxation time, sports, hobbies.
If these options fail, there are a multitude of drugs that can be used to help control neurotransmitter imbalances, also simple chanes of your diet can change your mood drastically.
Depression is serious, if it has a serious effect on your life and/or you have suicidal ideation or just not caring about yourself.
If this is the case you must see your GP immediately.
Remember depression is common, life is stressful, there is no shame in anyone saying that they are having difficulty coping.
If you are still having problems or if things get seriously out of hand, please see your doctor, dont think that you are wasting their time because you dont have a cough. I am a doctor myself and it is very important to me that we take care of people both physically and mentally, and its good to get things off your chest.
All the best.
2007-07-01 11:22:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Dont smoke anything or drink alcohol Rest, Eat properly (all healthy stuff), exercise (brisk walking)maybe get a dog or cat if possible so you can interact with another being that is not judgemental and who accepts you for yourself. Keep yourself busy at work so you are mixing with people. Do nice things for other people. Smile more. I think you can alter your brain chemistry with some of these simple remedies, without resorting to prescribed medicines. But if this does not work, see your doctor and take advice.
2007-07-05 08:00:58 · answer #2 · answered by shafter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cognitve Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is excellent. I was diagnosed with Clinical Depression about 3 years ago, and I was given a mild dosage of Venlofaxine, then Prozac, and I finished up on Citalopram, which I was able to come off without any withdrawal effects. CBT mobilises your own internal resources to deal with depression - it teaches you to cheat the demon by building up your own self-esteem and sense of worth. Demand this treatment from your Doctor - pills alone do not always work.
2007-07-01 11:26:08 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the cause of your Depression?? I have been through a lot in my time and i have beat most thing's not all, but depression is one thing i did beat!! e-mail me for a chat mate??
2007-07-01 11:15:11 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Several things have been proven to work:
Physical activity or exercise (nearly every day)
Talk therapy with a professional
Socializing with people who treat you well
Caring for a pet
Cleaning your house/apartment
Improving your eating habits
Interestingly enough, they are all things that can enrich your life whether you're depressed or not. If you don't want to get your own pet, you can volunteer at a shelter for animals. See if you can do something from each category.
All the best to you.
2007-07-01 11:20:43 · answer #5 · answered by loulu2u 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I can't take antidepressants myself, as I'm on anticonvulsants. Therefore I would recommend cognitive behavioural therapy. It'll take a bit of effort on your part but it'll be well worth it. Make sure you eat well - if the five fruit and veg. are too much of an effort, take a multivitamin (vitamin C is a must). You may find that taking medication alongside the CBT is necessary. As always, see your GP for advice.
2007-07-01 11:32:18 · answer #6 · answered by tattyhead65 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
when my depression hits in i turn my music on get ready and go out even just for a walk,i love animals so i find alot in them but any sport you like get a mate to go with you and try and fill your evenings instead of sitting there dwelling on the past, coz i think thats where it comes from its a hell of a thing to shake off.......keep your mind as active as possible and dont let it beat you........
2007-07-01 21:17:39 · answer #7 · answered by shaz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Admitting you have a problem comes first, closely followed by a visit to your gp then prozac and some very heavy counselling. Best of luck mate, I beat it therefore so can you!!!!
2007-07-01 11:16:23 · answer #8 · answered by theunknownstuntman 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The only thing that ever helped me was an antidepressant. Prozac is a great one - just not for Bipolar - learned that the hard way. If Bipolar is not a concern - prozac will pull you right out of it.
2007-07-01 11:16:07 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Having a best friend who sticks by you during the lows sure helps. Going out for a walk always helps me. I always try to eat well and drink plenty of fluids so I have more energy. Trying to think positively helps.
2007-07-01 11:16:25 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋