hoffyburger
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Thu Mar-12-09 03:55 PM
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Been battling some serious depression...any ideas on some steps I might take to combat it?
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Clint
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Thu Mar-12-09 03:57 PM
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1. Sex, drugs, rock and roll |
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Unless of course you're depressed by the fact that those things might not be readily available to you
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:01 PM
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2. try getting out in the sun every day |
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if there is no sun try one of those solar lamps
sunshine is good for the soul, most depressed people I know spend their days in a darkened room
don't know if it will help, but it's a place to start and just getting dressed enough to go sit outside every day is a start
hold you feel better soon :hug:
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:02 PM
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3. Go to the doctor and get some meds |
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PS DU does not allow you to ask for medical advice.
All we can give is :pals:
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:05 PM
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4. I'd suggest you should talk to a professional. |
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I certainly wish you well, though.
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hoffyburger
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:07 PM
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I am medicated and talk to a professional...I'm looking for possible alternatives to add
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:09 PM
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7. Adding commentary to below since you mentioned this. |
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Honestly, a regular exercise routine that includes a cardio workout, weight training and stretching will do wonders for mood regulation. It really does affect body and brain chemistry in positive ways.
I am not proposing a "macrobiotic" diet or anything hinky, but eliminating as much processed food from your diet as possible is also a great way to supplement counseling and medication. The fresher and more colorful the diet the better.
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hoffyburger
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:26 PM
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I don't exercise and I eat fast food everyday...so there is some room for improvement..Thanks
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:16 PM
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I find, for myself, exercise really helps my moods. Doesn't have to be in a gym. Take a bike ride.
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Thu Mar-12-09 05:23 PM
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13. To supplement the treatment you're already getting (which is good!)... |
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I highly, highly recommend the positive cognitive therapy techniques (along with careful attention to diet and exercise) found in books like Dr. David Burns' Feeling Good. Not only did it help me get out of severe depression, but the techniques it taught me have helped keep me OUT of major depression in the 20 years since then.
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:07 PM
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Fresh whole foods Regular exercise Talk to a professional counselor
Good luck! Depression sucks.
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Thu Mar-12-09 04:16 PM
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8. good to see you're getting professional help |
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Edited on Thu Mar-12-09 04:16 PM by fizzgig
a few things that help me eat well and on a regular basis get out of the house. sun and exercise will help and i also find that getting myself into public, even if only to spend an hour in a coffee shop, helps. take time each day to meditate or just do simple breathing exercises, i find it helps me find my center laugh and smile. i can haz cheezburger, engrish and pundit kitchen always make me giggle. work your support network
i know what a bear depression is. good luck and i hope feel better soon.
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Thu Mar-12-09 05:21 PM
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12. Some good advice already posted above. |
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If you're into an organized religion, then prayer, meditation and counseling can work.
If you're not into an organized religion, then meditation and counseling can work.
Exercise. Yoga is apparently good for body mind and spirit.
Finding stuff to laugh at.
And yes sometimes medicine does help too.
Get well soon, and take care of yourself.
Mark.
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