What do you do to cope with depression?

[Anonymous]

I'm at a pretty low point right now, things are just really bothering me right now. I don't have motivation to do anything, I'm like sick to my stomach and I feel like it's really changing me.. I don't know what to do. My family doesn't help because they don't take me serious at all. It's always "oh you're not depressed you're just feeling down right now. No, you don't feel like for weeks and months at a time. Only people I can look to for help are my friends and I hate to bug them with my problems.

Should I go talk to my doctor? I've been staying in a lot lately and i know that's not good for depression, but I'm at a loss here. Thanks for reading if you got to this point.

[happy_rack]

I believe that a change of scenary/scenery (?), whatever is in order. Think of something that makes you feel accomplished and alive and do it. Running, like full on sprint until your tired ass hell helps alot. Eating sometimes helps. Watch a comedy movie. Anything that makes you not stay in your room and lay in bed all day.

I think about the momments of the day that I get most depressed, and they happened to be in the afternoon and at night. So I started going to sleep earlier. Also you should try to make yourself not think about the feelings your having. Like don't go outside and think, "I'm out here because I'm depressed." it just makes the act depressing. Take a deep breath and just find something you can work towards and when you reach that goal you'll feel less worthless.

well that's how it works for me ^^"

[Anonymous]

A therapist and/or psychiatrist may really help. Medication has helped my depression tremendously. At one point I was committed to a psychiatric hospital, but with medication, therapy, and EXERCISE, I have been able to improve and once again be a functioning human being.

Also, if your friends are very close to you, they should care about you and want to help you when you reach out. If they really care, it's not bugging them.

I wish you all the best.

[Asker]

Thanks, I'm just the type of person who doesn't want to bother people with my own problems. So I kinda keep them bottled up.

[BertMacklinFBI]

I personally wouldn't call it depression for me but if I ever feel down...

You just gotta stop and start being Awesome. - Barney Stinson

I gotta say from experience it really does work. if im feeling shitty then ill force myself to be proactive and hit the gym and go ride my motorcycle and I feel better at the end of the day.

but if you feel it really is depression then consult professional help. that's serious.

[MadeInAmerica]

Even when I don't feel like it I try to do things I usually enjoy and go places where I have fun or peole are having fun. I don't see myself as being depressed but I do get to a low point. I have kids now so when I'm down they help a lot cause they always make me smile and make me feel important when I don't about myself. I would see a doctor and you can get meds if needed and counseling.

[Asker]

Yeah, I'm making plans with my friends so I can get out more.

[PeopleLie]

going to a dr can't hurt but in my own experience, therapy and meds didn't help me.
actually what did, was getting a dog and forcing myself to go on daily walks etc, being in the position of having something i HAD to take care of, forced me out of bed on the days I didn't want to

however, i been depressed again all summer. i don't currently have any friends and my dogs are here and we still do our daily walks but this time nothing is working. i hope you find a cure. its a horrible way to live :(

[bleedingheart111]

I have depression too. When I'm really down or have bad thoughts, I find it best to be around people. Like staying out of the room or going out with friends. You don't need to tell them what's wrong. It's okay to go out and have fun. When I have really bad urges I isolate and listen to music to drown out the thoughts. Things to do at home such as writing drawing painting reading and writing can all be very helpful. If you have any pets then talk to them so sy least your feelings are out there

[bhe_moh]

Its hard to handle depression. Based on experience, i haven't figured out that im already on that diagnosis ibtil i consulted a doctor. I just coped up with loneliness by partyung all night every night. And substances. But when i realized that im already a victim, i let time heal me. Family and friends supported me and make me closer to God. I let time heals me. Now im ok. And living whatvlife could offer

[ArabianPwincess197]

Go your doctor, he'll assess you and refer you to a CBT counsellor. They will help you cope and also the doctor will prescribe you anti -depressants

[Asker]

I'm considering going to my doctor.

[ArabianPwincess197]

Good :)

[Anonymous]

More than half of world population suffer from depression. I'm personally one of them so let me know when you find the cure

[Asker]

If only.