whats the best way to deal with mild depression?
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You might try exercise, if you don't already do that regularly. I've read studies about exercise being just as good as medication for moderate depression symptoms. You can always ask the doctor next time you go for some medical advice, they might give you samples of some anti-depressants in case you do decide to go that route. Good luck and take care!
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Getting professional help. A community web site,DepNet.com, is an outlet for those who suffer from depression to share their experiences with fellow sufferers or supportive cyber-friends.\n\nOptimism can have a profound impact on your health and life.\nDon't look at the negative side, always have your mind set on the positive side and it will make your everyday full of laughter & fun and automatically you will feel contented and satisfy with your life.\n\nDo some exercises regularly.Do exercise will let your mind have a chance to rest and to delete those negative idea from your brain and heart.After exercise you will feel refresh and have the power to do everything and complete it well.\n\nYou can also share your problems with your family, friends, and beloved. Believe that more brain is always better than one brain.After sharing your problems, you will find that you have just put down a huge rock on your back.\n\nLearn something that your find it interesting like gardening, yoga, drawing, playing piano, mountain climbing and else.\n\nTake part in activities that have the chance to interact or communicate with others. Made friend with others will light up your whole life.\n\nSo, after reading this please be cheer up and lives well because there is people who do care about you and love you. Everyday is a new day and we should face it with a happy mood when we open our eyes on the very first moment.We should cherish every moment of our lives.See you.
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you know, pal, i came through this stage too, and I'm only 13. I may sound dorky but I found a way to stop being depressed. first of all, search your heart and your subconscious mind. is there anything that happened in past that affected you, like your boyfriend dumping you or your parents ignoring you? whatever it is, sort it out, write it down in a piece of paper, then mail it to somebody without your name and return address. or if you're afraid of rejection of the mail, burn the paper. then after that, throw away your ouija board. burn it. the ouija board is a powerful source of emotional distress. then since you drench your pain in your fathers alcohol, STAY AWAY FROM ALCOHOL. Dare yourself not to go anywhere near that alcohol. Have a fear of the alcohol, just as you must have a fear of the ouija board. think of them as awakening pains. then lock yourself in a room, sit in a "yoga position" then peacefully, meditate your problem. if u still have the ashes of the burnt paper, put it in a goblet, hold it while meditating, then if u feel u want the presence of the ouija board or the alcohol, just cry. cry and dont stand up, just cry your tears into the goblet. another, listen to music. not PUNK, ROCK, BLUES or any depressing music. listen to soothing music, music that is really deserving to be called MUSIC. and when the weather is warm, go out, take a little stroll, appreciate the oxygen, the plants and the people around. and remember, count your blessings. you are not among the population of people who cannot even eat or use computers. count your blessing. you have your father. you have your life. you have your house, your room and your account in yahoo. they are all simple, but when you compare them to other people, ponder. do they have a chance to use computers?? more than half of the population of Earth havent even used a computer. pal, you are lucky. just try to have a different view.after you have that different view in life, refresh yourself then read Bible and go to church. if this doesnt work out, relax. its hard at first, but if you listen to God's words, depression will leave you. if this doesnt help, i suggest you contact a psychologist to help you.and dont forget, if u dont have money and u really need a counselor, you can have downpayment. this worked out for me, trust me, and i believe this will work out on you two. if you need further help, just send me an e-mail kiss_carraine14@yahoo.com and remember I can be your friend and I want to be your friend.
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Try group therapy.  There are free ones.  Look in the newspaper under the community calendar.  There are ones through churches, different clubs and hospitals.  Being able to anonymously talk about things may very well help.  Also, you should try to exercise and eat healthy.  This certainly can affect your hormones, etc...  Search out things you've always wanted to do and do them.  Make an effort to enjoy yourself.  Even when you would rather just sleep, do something.  If the sun is shining, go outside.  It is not easy recovering from depression.  Half the battle is making yourself aware that the only true cure is making the choice to be positive and happy.  It is terribly hard to do.  I did have the help of welbutrin (anti-depressant) for about 3 months to help me through some serious depression.  It simply gave me more energy.  Other than that, I just had to realize that depression comes from within me.  There is no outside source.  I didn't become depressed because I was going through bad things.  Lots of people go through bad stuff all the time and they are not depressed.  It was my mind and heart.  I finally decided I wanted to be happy and consciously made an effort to be so.
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first of all u should clear in what issue u get depressed?like lack of friends,beauty and so fat or short.and sit alone in peace ful area and anlyze u r self.what i am n why i am feeling like that.u will defenitely feel little bit good .now start to recollect u r past happiest movements in u r life n u r best friends not only friends any one u likes more and spend some time in past happiest movements.u will surely feel refresh.other wise try to mail to me iam ready to share u r feelings.
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do something during your free time. have fun with friends, read books, go shopping, listen to music, watch movies (not alone of course), try to learn something new (an instrument or maybe a sport), exercise, join clubs and meet new people.. and the list goes on..\n\nexplore. there's more to life...\n\noh, if you feel depressed or something, try writing it down. trust me, it helps. makes you stronger =)
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1.go to a beautiful place with ur family\n2.mingle with gud ppl\n3.go for jogging in the morning or do yoga\n4.do some thing creative\n5.if u like kids play with them\n6 start growing plants\n7.enjoy with ur friends & ur family\n\nwhile doing all these things never think abt the cause of ur depression
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"HUG" look after yourself. so many people care about you, even if they dont show it. and if they dont, i care. i became really depressed in the middle of the year.. :( and im a bit depressed now. i didnt get really bad tho.. but u have to be strong. no one can really get u over depression except yourself. be true to yourself in life and there are always ups and downs. i guess... everything happens for a reason..\n\ni hope this helps! be strong and dont listen to those other uncaring sons of bitches that say shoot urself or something ok!\n"hug" good luck!!!! suzie
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Talking to trusted family and friends, moderate exercise (brisk walk, 30 min/day), and daily exposure to sunlight can help.\n\nIf depression lasts more than a couple weeks, you should see a doctor.  It is best to talk to a psychologist or social worker.  Psychiatrists do a better job than family practitioners of prescribing medicines for depression because they have so much more experience with it.\n\nAlcohol is a depressant, not a stimulant.  It is best to stick with drugs prescribed by a psychiatrist.
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The best ways to rid yourself of sadness and loneliness:\n\nJoin clubs any hobby you are interested in (chess club, astronomy club, bridge club, womens club etc) you will make all kinds of friends.\n\nGet out of the HOUSE often. You need contact with people, any people (like at the store, library, swim center etc)\n\nGet lots of exercize, it promotes serotonin for good feelings (go swim at a pool, jazzercise, biking, hiking, walks, tae bo etc).\n\nEat healthy, very important to nourish the mind so you wont be depressed (lots of fruit and veggies and lean meat) Also take supplements (vitamins and minerals and herbs) Talk to someone at a herb shop or health food store. They have amazing stuff.\n\nRead Books (fiction for pleasure and non0fiction to learn about health, wellness, hobby, and more)\n\nGet involved (community service, find something you can help with) My best days were spent helping others. Very important for your well-being.\n\nMake contact with family and friends (make the effort to visit them, talk on phone and email them asap) See your child more often you are her mother and she needs you.\n\nHere is an important book I want you to read. It can change your life for the better.\nThe Luck Factor by Dr. Richard Weisman (amazon)\nTells you the steps to make your life better, more luck in every aspect of living, even how to pick a mate. This is one of the best books I have ever read. Please read it too.\n\nGood Luck & keep you chin up.
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none!!!There is no **best** way. Suicide is a long-term solution to a short-term problem!!! All problems/solutions can be resolved but suicide cannot be reversed. Therapy,medication,etc. are all available.  Remember, God said, "Lean not on YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING". Tough times pass and beautiful days appear. If this was your personal question, I have you in my prayers at this very moment.  Please call a hotline or a close friend.  All things pass...and they get better, and sometimes bad...but,remember, when you're down, there-s only one way you can go....AND THAT'S UP!!!! God Bless YOU!!!!
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Depression will usually pass. Try herbal teas like camomille and rosemary. have a big goal in life, like what do you want to do in life? Singer, dancer, writer, artist, engineer, geologist, open a restaurant? What is it you want? Don't you want to travel, see the world, live the good life??? Life is a very, very precious gift, we are extremely LUCKY to be here, to be able to live at all. I couldn't be depressed AT ALL knowing that. Life is the best gift of all, and it only lasts a few seconds in the big scheme of things. Good luck to you, hang in!!
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Classic symptom of depression.  Talk with a doctor, get a consult with a psychologist or psychiatrist.  Might be treatable short-term and get you back on track.
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First thing first. Consult the doctor. If its psychosomatic, conscious relaxation will help. Keeping one self bussy and cheerful is better start to work towards mental health.
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I have a medical condition, which means that in any given month, I have 5-15 days like that.\n\nMy solutions:\n-Read favourite books, especially funny ones.\n-Listen to favourite music and sing along.\n-Clean the house, it uses up time and gets something accomplished, and you're not happy anyway, so what do you have to lose?\n-Go for a brisk, angry walk, and burn off some of the hostility -- 'depression is anger, without energy' -- hate the weather; hate the streets; hate the grey sky -- or the blue one; you'd be surprised how well it works.\n-Put the best linens on your bed, and put on a sexy nightie or dress, give your best mate a friend, and giggle about sex.\n-Though you are not in the mood, if you have a partner or friend who's willing to pamper, seduce, and make love with you, you'll feel LOADS better!\n-Write all your feelings down in a journal.  \n-Take a long, hot bubble-bath, shave your legs, spoil yourself.\n-Get your hair done.  It's amazing what a lift that can give you.\n(WATCH OUT for the tendency to spend money and overeat -- they are serious problems when depressed!)\n-If you're in work, smile at everyone, even though you don't feel like it.  They'll smile back, and that feels good.\n-DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL!  Especially not alone.  This way rehab lies. (Same for drugs, obviously).\n- Have a good friend round to yours, and have a right old good whinge, she gets to whinge too, and you'll probably end up laughing.\n- Do any hobbies you have, like cross-stich, or gardening, or learn one -- I spent YEARS knitting or crocheting blankets which I then gave to hostels for battered women, and homeless people.  It was both something to do, and doing it for charity made me feel good.\n- Watch a sad movie and have a really good cry.\n- Write poetry, or song-lyrics (for your eyes only, if you like).\n- Go to the library and get an introductory book on something you know absolutely nothing about.  LEARNING can pull you out of that grey place really well.\n- Watch a documentary or film about the real world, like 'Hotel Rwanda', and give yourself a dose of perspective on your problems.\n- Go to the gym, if you have a gym membership.  You won't want to go, but the exercise will make you feel better.\n- Doodle.\n- If you have kids, play with their toys.  Make a fort with Legos; find out how much fun fingerpainting really is.  If you don't have kids, keep some toys, for playing!\n- Sleep for 24 hours. Sulk, pout, be down, until you're bored with yourself, and have to laugh.\n- Masturbate.  ORGASM is guaranteed to improve your mood.\n- Go somewhere and pretend to be anyone other than yourself.  If you don't have a car, and would be recognised, do it at home.\n- Go to your House of Worship, if you have one, and seek spiritual guidance.\n\nDON'T DROP OFF THE FACE OF THE MAP.  IF YOU FEEL SUICIDAL, CONTACT EMERGENCY SERVICES OR YOUR LOCAL SUICIDE CRISIS LINE.  TELL SOMEONE HOW YOU'RE FEELING.\n\nYou'd be amazed how much people, even total strangers, care.\n\nI do.\n\nGood luck.
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Go get a lot of fresh air, walk or jog. The depression will lift and you'll find something else you'd rather be doing than on the net all the time.
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Well some of these answers are kind of scary here. Chocolate can help short term, it does nothing at all for depression. Chocolate has a chemical reaction similar to the feeling of love and thats it. Slapping someone may make someone even more depressed, besides that is abuse plain and simple, sleep is not always the best things either as lots of depressed people will tell you that they sleep way too much. \n You need to be honest with yourself and try to figure out exactly is making you feel depressed. Is it just the thoughts running through your head? Is it a situation that is happening or has happened? There are many reasons that someone gets depressed and sometimes it is simpler than others.. Talk with someone that you trust totally. Not a friend, but someone like your doctor or a pastor a counselor. A friend may listen but they may be too close to the situation or you to be able to really help you. Depression does not need to be endured there are plenty of ways to deal with it.. I will be thinking of you and hope that you feel well soon.