DEPRESSION- how does one get out of it WITHOUT antideppresants?
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Having been a "victim" of depression for many years, I don't think you can do it easily without meds. Actually, there is NO easy way out of depression. Statistics show that a combination of meds/therapy work the best. If you don't want to do meds, you could try St John's wort, a homeopathic supplement. But that is only effective for mild depression. Talking to a sympathetic and understanding person is SO important. I know most men don't like to talk about all those "feely" things, but there must be stuff in your life (even if you don't realize it) that's going on to make you depressed. It's best to talk to a trained therapist, tho, someone who specializes in depression, but if you don't like the idea of seeing a therapist, like a lot of people, talk to a trusted and caring friend or family member. Just unloading all those bad feelings helps immensely! But you just can't do it once, you have to keep talking.
Another good non-drug alternative is exercise. Exercise increases endomorphins (those "feel good" hormones) and relieves a lot of symptoms.
You need to educate yourself about depression, also. Go to the library or bookstore and find a book that is easy for you to understand. Don't get overtechnical. Just get one that you can understand.
And, lastly, don't be too hard on yourself. Take good care of yourself, like eating good, exercise, etc. But, if you can't do something, or feel bad, don't add to it by criticizing yourself. Don't isolate yourself, either. That was the hardest part for me--I just wanted to be left alone. But it was really the wrong thing to do because you start to "wallow" in it. You need to be with people. You need to force yourself to do things. It will be hard probably. If you ARE isolating yourself, ask someone to please not let you do do that. Sometimes you'll need someone to give you a gentle "nudge" to get out and not let your depression take over.Depression can be severe and it is an actual illness. I am not talking about feeling sad for a few days. I'm talking actual depression for more than 6 weeks. Left untreated, it can get severe, so please do something to help yourself. And if you try all the "un-med" treatments, (and there are many more--that's why there are books!) please see a dr. Depression just usually doesn't go away by itself. You have to take some action. Good luck!!
You find out the reason. If the problem is psychological then you go for analysis/counselling. If the problem is chemical then you need to take medication.
Don't confuse just feeling miserable with depression.
I'm not sure without a drug but i am on prosac and it did me wonders I don't feel on edge anymore and no side affects at least for me it helps me relax and I can think clearer
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