What do you do when you have depression?!
Question: What do you do when you have depression!?
What do you do when you have bipolar disorder (or just plain 'depression'), and your under the age of taking drugs for it!? And you have thoughts have suicide, you cry all the time, you feel worthless!.!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Answers:
A multidimensional approach to treating depression without medication follows!. All except for no!. (7!.) are safe to use with medication, but not St!. John's wort, because of interactions, and it's sensible to check out anything else first with your doctor!.
(1!.) Take 4 Omega 3 fish oil supplements, daily: (certified free of mercury) it is best if consumed with an antioxidant, such as an orange, or grapefruit, or their FRESHLY SQUEEZED juice!. If vitamin E is added, it should be certified as being 100% from natural sources, or it may be synthetic: avoid it!.
(2!.) Work up slowly to at least 20 minutes minutes of exercise, daily, or 30 - 60 mns, 5 times weekly!. Too much exercise can cause stress, which isn't wanted when dealing with depression!.
(3!.) Occupational therapy (keeping busy allows little time for unproductive introspection, and keeps mental activity out of less desirable areas of the brain)!.
(4!.) Use daily, one of the relaxation methods in sections 2, 2!.c, 2!.i, or 11, and/or yoga, Tai Chi, and/or the EFT, in sections 2!.q, 2!.o, and section 53, at http://www!.ezy-build!.net!.nz/~shaneris whichever works best for you!.
(5!.) Initially, at least, some form of counselling, preferably either Cognitive Behavio(u)ral Therapy, or Rational Emotive Behavio(u)ral Therapy!.
(6!.) Maintain a mood chart, and daily activities schedule, as per page Z!.12, in section 2, at ezy build!.
(7!.) As options, if desired, either a known, effective herbal remedy, such as St!. John's wort, 900 mg (standardised hypericin content) 3 times daily, or supplements, such as SAMe, taken with a vitamin B complex which is certified as being 100% of natural origin, or Inositol (from vitamin and health food stores, some supermarkets, or mail order: view section 55)!.
Also, 80% of people in the Western world have low magnesium levels, and these are known to cause depression & anxiety!. Try the magnesium supplement types shown in http://www!.real-depression-help!.com/ Some of these will be available in pharmacies, or supermarkets!.
An improvement can be noticed in as little as a week, if a deficiency is the cause!. Also, iodised salt is preferable to regular salt!. This is a shortened version of the much more comprehensive post, which may be seen on page Z!.12, in section 2 of ezy build, above, but to gain full appreciation, it's really best to view the whole of section 2!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
(1!.) Take 4 Omega 3 fish oil supplements, daily: (certified free of mercury) it is best if consumed with an antioxidant, such as an orange, or grapefruit, or their FRESHLY SQUEEZED juice!. If vitamin E is added, it should be certified as being 100% from natural sources, or it may be synthetic: avoid it!.
(2!.) Work up slowly to at least 20 minutes minutes of exercise, daily, or 30 - 60 mns, 5 times weekly!. Too much exercise can cause stress, which isn't wanted when dealing with depression!.
(3!.) Occupational therapy (keeping busy allows little time for unproductive introspection, and keeps mental activity out of less desirable areas of the brain)!.
(4!.) Use daily, one of the relaxation methods in sections 2, 2!.c, 2!.i, or 11, and/or yoga, Tai Chi, and/or the EFT, in sections 2!.q, 2!.o, and section 53, at http://www!.ezy-build!.net!.nz/~shaneris whichever works best for you!.
(5!.) Initially, at least, some form of counselling, preferably either Cognitive Behavio(u)ral Therapy, or Rational Emotive Behavio(u)ral Therapy!.
(6!.) Maintain a mood chart, and daily activities schedule, as per page Z!.12, in section 2, at ezy build!.
(7!.) As options, if desired, either a known, effective herbal remedy, such as St!. John's wort, 900 mg (standardised hypericin content) 3 times daily, or supplements, such as SAMe, taken with a vitamin B complex which is certified as being 100% of natural origin, or Inositol (from vitamin and health food stores, some supermarkets, or mail order: view section 55)!.
Also, 80% of people in the Western world have low magnesium levels, and these are known to cause depression & anxiety!. Try the magnesium supplement types shown in http://www!.real-depression-help!.com/ Some of these will be available in pharmacies, or supermarkets!.
An improvement can be noticed in as little as a week, if a deficiency is the cause!. Also, iodised salt is preferable to regular salt!. This is a shortened version of the much more comprehensive post, which may be seen on page Z!.12, in section 2 of ezy build, above, but to gain full appreciation, it's really best to view the whole of section 2!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
look alot of people would say talk to you docter and you should but also try thinking positive i mean you have alot that other people all over the world would kill for!. food a roof over your head, etc!. and think about how many people would be devastated if you were not there!. just be positive and if you thinking about suicide tell someone and be open to help because if you didnt want help then you wouldn't have posted the question now would you!. also if you are bipolar try running like at a track or somthing just to get rid of some extra energy and be alone so you dont take it out on other people!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Well you should talk to a doctor first!. I do not support taking prescription drugs for depression but sometimes you need to!. You are never too young for meds, especially if you have been diagnosed!. I have depression frequently due to my horomones changing around my menstrual cycle!. To ward off any bad mojo, aka sadness, I take lots and lots of good B vitamins, from a reputable source!. I also get outside to soak up some sun and get my Vitamin D!!!! Sunlight is VERY CRUCIAL to happiness!. Then I MAKE myself go for a long walk or jog with my dogs!. When I'm sad the last thing I wanna do is walk around, but if I just go, and get out there I start to feel better right away!. Good luck!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
i have bpd and it used to ruin my life!. i didnt understand why i had such violent mood swings and i refused medication b/c i knew it could be controlled with my will!. Vent through music when you are depressed, listen to songs that uplift you or represent what you are feeling!. spending time with friends is VERY important, not jsut to talk but to just chill and enjoy them!. do not think about suicide b/c your life is important to those who love you and even if it feels like not manyb love you i love you and you can email me to talk if you'd like!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
If this is you, talk to your parent or aunt/uncle, a counselor at your school, the nurse or a teacher you trust!. If this is a friend of yours then try to get them to do the same!. Suicide is serious, obviously!. You might risk a friendship by talking to a parent of a friend in trouble but it is worth the life you could save!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
i've been there, I made the decision that I was going to control my life and that I would listen to only inspirational songs and have friends that would lighten me up, and listen to only inspiring people!. Watch comedies, appreciate life around me, take a vacation, but since your young take relaxing baths and listen to uplifting music, read inspirational books, it will change the way you think and your outlook in life!. You make the ultimate decision on how you conduct your life!. God bless you-if you believe in God, or just good luck to you:)Www@Answer-Health@Com
First, you go to your family doctor and ask him to refer you to a good psychiatrist!. He will diagnose whether you are depressed or not, and will prescribe proper medication for you!.
Forget bipolar!. That's like saying, "I have a pain in my side, I think I have lung cancer!" Rather extreme, although popular and stylish these days!.!.!.!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Forget bipolar!. That's like saying, "I have a pain in my side, I think I have lung cancer!" Rather extreme, although popular and stylish these days!.!.!.!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
There are many good answers here!. You are in control of your thoughts!. When suicidal thoughts come, you get up go for a walk, talk with a parent or friend!. Change your thoughts to life, life life!. If you are Christian, pray, have faith in God, He will bring you through this difficult time, and go on and start enjoying life!. If you have a pet, take care of it and love it!. This too shall pass!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Life it too precious to be thinking about suicide, we will never get a chance to be on this beautiful planet of ours ever again!. Suffering is a part of everyones life!. Try reading survival stories!. If you feel worthless, its because you don't know the price that was paid for you on the cross by Jesus!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
I was diagnosed with depression, post traumatic stress disorder and ocd, and when I have a bad day, which happens quite frequently!.!.!.I sometimes go and take a bath and relax!.!.or I light candles in my room and I just lie in bed!.!.or I watch a movie or read a book!.!.just simple thingsWww@Answer-Health@Com
go to a family member, friend or any other adult close to you and thell them what you just told us!. People want to help but sometimes the signs are as clear!.
You ARE NOT alone!.!.!.!. if you ever feel suicidal call 911 and ask for the metal health therapist on call they will call you back and try to help you from there!. OK!.!.!.!.
DO nto wait tell someone ASAPWww@Answer-Health@Com
You ARE NOT alone!.!.!.!. if you ever feel suicidal call 911 and ask for the metal health therapist on call they will call you back and try to help you from there!. OK!.!.!.!.
DO nto wait tell someone ASAPWww@Answer-Health@Com
Talk to somebody, parents, friends, a therapist would be ideal, and you can't be too young to take prescribed drugs, they are okay for all ages!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
You cope!. Don't give up!.!.!.
Many people are in your shoes!.
Get yourself some medicine, get yourself some support, keep living your life, don't let it stop you or slow you down!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Many people are in your shoes!.
Get yourself some medicine, get yourself some support, keep living your life, don't let it stop you or slow you down!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
you talk to a parent or friend
Go talk to a parent!. nothing is so horrible in your life to end it!.
Nothing!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Go talk to a parent!. nothing is so horrible in your life to end it!.
Nothing!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
sleep, eat, take naps, watch tv (comedies), sleep some more, eat some more, take a nap !. !. !. !.
repeat!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
repeat!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
I use to take a warm shower!.!.!. listen to music and just write out what I feel!. Please try that and don't ever try committing suicide!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Take natural supplements like Sam-E, St!. John's Wort, and 5-HTP, and go for walks outside!.
That's what I do!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
That's what I do!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
- if diagnosed by a dr!. you arent to young for medication my son was 9 and diagnosed with addhd and bi polar he is on meds for both how old are you!?Www@Answer-Health@Com
going to psychiatrist is the best way
and remember that you're NOT worthlessWww@Answer-Health@Com
and remember that you're NOT worthlessWww@Answer-Health@Com
i often wonder my self!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
I pray,sing, draw, read and visit people who are worse off than me!.!.!.!.!.!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Hope for Sufferers
IN THE past, people tended to avoid those who suffered from mood disorders!. As a result, many who were afflicted became social outcasts!. Some encountered job discrimination!. Others were shunned by members of their own family!. Often, this only aggravated the problem and prevented those who were ailing from getting help!.
In recent decades, however, great strides have been made in understanding clinical depression and bipolar disorder!. Now it is well-known that these conditions are treatable!. But getting help is not always easy!. Why!?
Reading the Signs
A mood disorder is not diagnosed with a simple blood test or?X ray!. Instead, a person
IN THE past, people tended to avoid those who suffered from mood disorders!. As a result, many who were afflicted became social outcasts!. Some encountered job discrimination!. Others were shunned by members of their own family!. Often, this only aggravated the problem and prevented those who were ailing from getting help!.
In recent decades, however, great strides have been made in understanding clinical depression and bipolar disorder!. Now it is well-known that these conditions are treatable!. But getting help is not always easy!. Why!?
Reading the Signs
A mood disorder is not diagnosed with a simple blood test or?X ray!. Instead, a person
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