If you’re experiencing depression, try these coping mechanisms.
KEEP IN CONTACT
Stay engaged in life. Making new friends can lift your spirits. Having a support system of friends and relatives nearby allows you to talk to them in difficult times.
INCREASE YOUR LEVEL OF ACTIVITY.
Start a workout regimen. Exercise has been shown to have a positive impact on mood. If you haven’t worked out in a while, begin slowly by going for a daily 20-minute walk.
EMBRACE YOUR FEARS.
Don’t shy away from challenges you find daunting. People may want to isolate themselves from others when they are depressed or nervous. Certain people may have a loss of confidence when they go out, drive, or travel.
If this begins to occur, confronting these circumstances will make them simpler.
AVOID CONSUMING TOO MUCH ALCOHOL.
Alcohol use can develop into a problem for certain people. You could drink more than you usually do to pass the time or as a coping mechanism for your feelings. However, drinking alcohol won’t make your worries go away and can instead make you feel worse.
AIM TO CONSUME A BALANCED DIET.
When depressed, some people don’t feel like eating, which puts them at risk of underweight. Some people turn to food for solace and may gain too much weight
Your appetite may also be impacted by antidepressants.
Speak with your doctor if you’re worried about weight gain or loss or how antidepressants are influencing your appetite.
GETTING DEPRESSION TREATMENT
If, after a few weeks, you’re still depressed or feeling low, get treatment.
Antidepressants and talking therapy are two types of treatment for depression.
It is possible to self-refer to the NHS for talking therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) or counselling. Your GP does not need to refer you.
LOCATE TALKING THERAPY PROVIDERS NEARBY.
Find out how to obtain mental health care for children and young people if you’re under the age of eighteen or if you want to help someone who is.
If you would like, you can discuss it with your doctor beforehand. Moreover, your GP can advise you on antidepressants.
Seek immediate assistance if you begin to believe that your life isn’t worth living or that you should hurt yourself.
