How does one who is severely depressed gets help? Or better yet, what kind of help?

[Sour-rose]

Hey, I am fine. I'm happy now and i'm not going to off myself. But this is a thought that popped into mind. People who become unbearably depressed are... not weak but not the same. Someone being depressed is not like they want to see the world as a dark place, it's just how it is. They don't wanna die... but see no purpose in their life. Even if they had one.

So made me think about the question above. Pills? Eh, could work. Talking about it? Could help. Just be happy? :D That... do you even know- did you read what I just said? So, not to bring up dark times but I'm actually wondering before I disappear for... weeks.

[Biancam13]

Depression, by its nature, depletes people of both energy and motivation, and puts a dampener on our enjoyment of life's pleasures. It's also a self-fulfilling cycle, which is why it's so difficult to escape. The more you stop doing things, the more your motivation depletes because you feel bad about it.

Firstly, I agree with other answerer that seeking help is the first step.

But also, the best thing is to for yourself is to literally force yourself out of your comfort zone when you're feeling down.

Create a schedule for each day and physically make yourself stick to it. Be kind and forgiving of yourself if you slip up, but the next day get back on it. You have to get out of the cycle depression traps you in. Include in this schedule: a) shower, b) EXERCISE, c) physically sit down and have your meal with others if you can. If there's no one around at the moment, go onto YouTube and type in "mukbangs" and eat with them. d) self-care or something that makes you feel accomplished.

MAKE yourself stick to a schedule, and create checklists when you've ticked things off. It'll make you feel more in control and motivate you for the next day, and so on.

[Agape93]

You have to force yourself to get to a psychologist or have a friend do it. Otherwise it can be debilitating

[SnowedIn]

First, I hope you don't disappear. Like, if that's what you need to do for you, then do it. But, crap, you bring light to this space. You're honest and different and when you're name pops up for a question or a reply, I read it. So, do you, and take care of you but I sure hope that doesn't involve disappearing.

Anyway, I'm lucky beyond belief to have never been in that position. My wife was. Talking helped a little but we got her to go see her doctor and, yes, both pills and professional counseling. Talking that wasn't me. It helped gigantically.

[joeldalton]

IF you see no purpose in your life, then you need to create one. Eat healthy, exercise, get sunlight, get good sleep, connect with friends and family, volunteer at a soup kitchen or animal shelter

[TallAnon]

The first step is always to reach out and get help. No need to do any of this on your own, find a therapist that can help you find the best treatment. Whether that's pills, talking, meditation or whatever. We didn't go to school the find the right answer to that, they did! Use em!

[Reece12345]

I hope you can get better. I've been there. PM me if you'd like to talk.

[Guccigabbana18]

Getting therapy.

[Msputiton]

Therapy is best option.

[EaterPeter]

Counseling?

[EaterPeter]

Thanks for like!

[EaterPeter]

Walk?

[Sour-rose]

Walking is always nice for me that works

[EaterPeter]

Always keep in mind to take 10 to walk it off and or count 10 to 1. There are some nice work books I wish I can tell you the names.

[EaterPeter]

Box breathing

[EaterPeter]

Do 1 in 2 out 3 in 4 out breathing upto 10 then restart. Long hugs will help. I got one recently I can't believe how good it still feels. So get some TLC

[EaterPeter]

My TLC use might be wrong here.

[Charliefretz329]

They have to want help I guess