How to Deal With Depression Naturally

We've all seen the commercial that tells us "depression hurts." Millions of Americans suffer from depression and the figure is growing exponentially. Many medications exist to help control depression, but many side effects exist (including alarming ones like suicidal thoughts). Is there a way to cure depression, or at least manage it, naturally?

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Light
• Good friends
• Vitamins
• Healthy eating
• Resources
• A hobby

1. Light therapy: Many people are advocates of light therapy to help with depression. Light therapy has been proven to help people who suffer from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), which occurs in the winter months when there is a lack of light. Light therapy worjs by exposing balanced spectrum light to a patient, replicating the sunlight in the summer months. More information can be found at http://www.lighttherapysolutions.com

2. Another proposed preventative measure to take in the fight against depression is vitamins. Specifically, the endocrine system, which produces hormones. A supplement that can maintain a healthy balance of hormones may help ease the symptoms of depression. Check out:
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3. Hobbies, friends, therapy. Most therapists, especially ones that believe in natural medicine, contend that incorporating steady instances in your life can help by providing stability. Plan a weekly lunch with a friend, volunteer, exercise, and get out of the house. It makes a difference.

4. Get a pet! Statistics show that pet owners are less likely to suffer from depression. If you aren't able to have a pet at your home or apartment or can't afford one, volunteer to help out at a shelter or to walk a friend's pet.

Resources

• Pet Therapy
• Light Therapy
• Mannatech's PLUS - natural endocrine system support

[greatnews]

on 3/21/2009 Great ideas on how to deal with depression naturally! Another thing I have found is to make a conscious effort to think positively, and get rid of negative thoughts. 5 *'s.

[sharoni]

on 5/30/2008 The pet idea is great. Thanks for a great article.

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[AudreyBrown]

on 3/10/2008 Very, very good tips. Thanks.

[favefive]

on 11/21/2007 Thaks...though I do not have SAD, sometimes living in the SF bay Area can be a bit depressing during the fall and winter months...das are longer and gloomy.