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How to Deal With Depression Naturally

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Deal With Depression Naturally
Deal With Depression Naturally

Depression is not to be taken lightly. Please tell a doctor if you are feeling depressed and ESPECIALLY if you have thought of suicide. You are worth being taken care of.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Herbs
  • Walking Shoes
  • Good Doctor
  • Loving Environment
  1. Step 1

    Talk to your doctor and see if he can suggest the best treatment. Many doctors are now looking into alternatives such as herbs. However, make sure the doctor you choose has your best interest.

  2. Step 2

    Exercise. Have you ever taken a small sprint and then felt a really nice rush afterwards that put a smile on your face?? Well that wasn't just you realizing you can finally run without having to have an oxygen mask. Chemicals in your body are giving you that uplifting feeling.

  3. Step 3

    Herbs are a good alternative but please be careful. Go to your local herb store and have the associate help you pick out what you need. They can even help you with dosage and possible side effects it could have with conventional medicines.

  4. Step 4

    Find a support system. Being in a negative environment can bring anyone down and keep them there. Make a list of things that negatively impact you and cut them out of your life!!

  5. Step 5

    Realize that if each site you visit says the same thing over and over again, then something must be working. You really have to help yourself because someone may be to concerned in their own life to notice that you can't handle yours. You must get up and keep going.

Tips & Warnings
  • Do consult your doctor
  • Do fight the urge to stay in bed with a brisk walk
  • Do research online
  • Do find a support system
  • Don't think someone is going to get you to find yourself again
  • Don't let yourself put yourself down

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NJMommy said

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on 6/6/2008 well thought out article

mchapman said

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on 5/29/2008 Very well written article, imformative and articulate.

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on 5/29/2008 im sorry you are sick i hope you get better

pursegal said

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on 5/28/2008 I would like to see the article. I am living with manic depression, bipolar, and mood disorder.I take medication, but as you know, I am sure,that does not cure it all.Any outsiders perspective would greatly be appreciated.

Elitchka said

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on 12/11/2007 Your article is better than mine. You are right: the depresion is a very serious condition and must be treated with more attention. Your article is the best. I will print it and show it to my friends. Thank you:)

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