Need some advice

[hoffyburger]

Been battling some serious depression...any ideas on some steps I might take to combat it?

Thanks,

Clint

[taterguy]

1. Sex, drugs, rock and roll

Unless of course you're depressed by the fact that those things might not be readily available to you

[NMDemDist2]

2. try getting out in the sun every day

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:

[XemaSab]

3. Go to the doctor and get some meds

PS DU does not allow you to ask for medical advice.

All we can give is :pals:

[flvegan]

4. I'd suggest you should talk to a professional.

I certainly wish you well, though.

[hoffyburger]

5. Been talking

I am medicated and talk to a professional...I'm looking for possible alternatives to add

[Pacifist Patriot]

7. Adding commentary to below since you mentioned this.

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.

[hoffyburger]

10. Thanks

I don't exercise and I eat fast food everyday...so there is some room for improvement..Thanks

[flvegan]

9. Okay, excellent.

I find, for myself, exercise really helps my moods. Doesn't have to be in a gym. Take a bike ride.

[Shakespeare]

13. To supplement the treatment you're already getting (which is good!)...

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.

[Pacifist Patriot]

6. Serious advice.

Fresh whole foods
Regular exercise
Talk to a professional counselor

Good luck! Depression sucks.

[fizzgig]

8. good to see you're getting professional help

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.

[hoffyburger]

11. Thank you

Thank you for the advice

[mwooldri]

12. Some good advice already posted above.

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.