Writer: Brie Cerniglia
Script Editor: Vanessa Tao
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice: Amanda Silvera (www.youtube.com/amandasilvera)
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Disclaimer: This video is not made to attack anyone who may display these signs. It’s more to create a healthy discussion and bring awareness to certain topics.
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How to Deal With Depression
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How to Deal With Depression
Although it may feel like a dark cloud over our heads, depression is treatable. If you are experiencing these symptoms, see a doctor as soon as possible. Treatment options may include therapy, medication, or healthy lifestyle changes. This article will discuss some of the best ways to deal with depression and how to identify it early. A doctor can help you determine the best treatment plan for your specific situation. Read on for more information. Listed below are some of the most common ways to tell if you may be depressed.
During the initial stages of depression, it’s helpful to try to establish healthy connections. Try to talk to people you trust. Avoid alcohol and other drug use. Try doing things that you enjoy and make others happy. It can be hard to talk to friends and family about your feelings, but if you can’t stop thinking about them, do it anyway. As you begin to feel better, you’ll find that you enjoy these activities more. Try to get a regular schedule of sleep. Try to set aside time in the day for problem-solving.
Group and individual psychotherapy are useful options for treating depression. Group therapy may involve family members or couples. Individual therapy may address issues within a close relationship. Group therapy brings together people suffering from the same illness so that they can learn how to deal with similar situations. Psychotherapy for depression takes several weeks or months, but significant improvement can be noticed in ten to fifteen sessions. So, you might want to start a group that includes friends and family members.
If you don’t respond to other methods, ECT is an option. During this treatment, a doctor may apply a mild electrical current to the brain, causing a brief seizure. This should help alleviate symptoms. ECT treatment should be effective in a few weeks. If you experience symptoms of depression, you should consult a doctor to avoid too much stress. In addition to talking to a doctor, you can set goals and try to achieve them.
Social support is essential for treating depression. Talking to trusted friends or family members, or joining a depression support group, can be a huge help. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness and talking to someone face-to-face can help you find solutions to your depression. Several treatments for depression take time, and if you’re not getting better, you may need to switch to another medication. As with any treatment, finding the right one will take a little trial and error.
Natural supplements can also help relieve depression symptoms. However, these may have side effects or drug interactions. Some herbs, like St. John’s wort, may interact with medications you are already taking, such as antidepressants. Discuss any herbal supplements with your healthcare provider before you start taking them. There is no scientific evidence that they will help you overcome depression, but they are often an option when other treatments have failed. If you are a woman, you should seek help from a health care provider immediately.
