Depression is causing serious damage to my health. I want to get rid off it. Please help me out?

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Hi lybrate-user,
Most importantly seek a help of a psychologist to deal with your depression and depressive thoughts, get yourself screened for depression, if advised seek psychiatric treatment- i. E medication.
You have to recognize your symptoms whether they are really indicative of depression.
Start a journal. Starting a journal can help you reflect on your depression and feelings and monitor your sensations throughout the day. Make a goal of writing in your journal at least once a day, preferably in the evenings, when you can wrap up whatever the day brought you. Writing in a journal can make you feel more in touch with your thoughts, less alone, and more aware of the things that make you happy or unhappy
Find a new passion, surround yourself with positive people.
Improve your sleeping habits. Improving your sleeping habits can be a drastic improvement for your mental health. Work on finding a sleep schedule that works for you. Here are some things that you can do:
Start going to bed and waking up at the same time every day and night. This will make you feel more well rested and will make it easier for you to fall asleep and wake up.
Start your day off on the right foot. Spring out of bed and drink a glass of water right away instead of hitting snooze five times before you roll out of bed.
Develop an effective pre-sleep routine. Wind down in the hour before bed by shutting off your television, putting away your phone or tablet, avoiding loud noises, and reading in bed.
Limit or eliminate caffeine from your diet, especially after noon. Caffeine will make it harder for you to fall asleep.
Avoid taking naps that are longer than half an hour, unless you need them ? they will only make you feel groggy and more tired.
Exercise. Exercising for just thirty minutes a day will have a dramatic impact on your physical and mental health. Exercising can give you more energy and make you feel more motivated throughout the day. Find an exercise plan that works for you and stick to it.
Even taking a walk for just 20 minutes a day can help you get some exercise while you reflect.
Find a gym or workout friend. This will make the experience more enjoyable.
Set a goal when you work out. Maybe you can have a goal of training for a 5K, or learning how to do a tricky yoga pose.
Don't worry you will overcome it.
All the best.

Juhi Parashar · Accepted Answer

Hi lybrate-user,
Most importantly seek a help of a psychologist to deal with your depression and depressive thoughts, get yourself screened for depression, if advised seek psychiatric treatment- i. E medication.
You have to recognize your symptoms whether they are really indicative of depression.
Start a journal. Starting a journal can help you reflect on your depression and feelings and monitor your sensations throughout the day. Make a goal of writing in your journal at least once a day, preferably in the evenings, when you can wrap up whatever the day brought you. Writing in a journal can make you feel more in touch with your thoughts, less alone, and more aware of the things that make you happy or unhappy
Find a new passion, surround yourself with positive people.
Improve your sleeping habits. Improving your sleeping habits can be a drastic improvement for your mental health. Work on finding a sleep schedule that works for you. Here are some things that you can do:
Start going to bed and waking up at the same time every day and night. This will make you feel more well rested and will make it easier for you to fall asleep and wake up.
Start your day off on the right foot. Spring out of bed and drink a glass of water right away instead of hitting snooze five times before you roll out of bed.
Develop an effective pre-sleep routine. Wind down in the hour before bed by shutting off your television, putting away your phone or tablet, avoiding loud noises, and reading in bed.
Limit or eliminate caffeine from your diet, especially after noon. Caffeine will make it harder for you to fall asleep.
Avoid taking naps that are longer than half an hour, unless you need them ? they will only make you feel groggy and more tired.
Exercise. Exercising for just thirty minutes a day will have a dramatic impact on your physical and mental health. Exercising can give you more energy and make you feel more motivated throughout the day. Find an exercise plan that works for you and stick to it.
Even taking a walk for just 20 minutes a day can help you get some exercise while you reflect.
Find a gym or workout friend. This will make the experience more enjoyable.
Set a goal when you work out. Maybe you can have a goal of training for a 5K, or learning how to do a tricky yoga pose.
Don't worry you will overcome it.
All the best.