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How to get rid of depression?

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Last Updated: 11/10/2020 at 4:01pm
How to get rid of depression?
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Tracy-Kate Teleke, PsyD, M.A., LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist

I assist adults and couples in CA experiencing relationship challenges and interpersonal struggles including anxiety, depression, and a myriad of other life challenges.

Top Rated Answers
Caregiver1012
April 24th, 2015 2:56am
i think you can find a way to cope with it but never fully get rid of it. It will always be a part of you.
Anonymous
August 14th, 2015 9:49pm
Of course you can! You may not be able to get rid of it on your own, but with the help of friends, family, doctors, and sometimes some medications, you'll get better!
callmeKay
April 29th, 2016 2:20pm
As for me, I get through depression by counting the endless bless bestowed upon me. Being grateful has halfway solved my issue. Well, at least a good start. :)
Kitty8
August 7th, 2015 12:54am
I wish you could get rid of depression. I wish I could get over my depression at times too. But there's a lot of ways you can deal with depression. Sometimes people go for medications because sometimes it's a chemical imbalance in our brain that makes dealing with life just too hard. But for those of you who aren't into medication, distracting yourself and practicing your coping skills will help you get through it. Finding the motivation to do daily things, even the things you used to enjoy is really hard when fighting depression. Trust me, I know. But I think it's important that no matter how bad of a day you're having, you tell yourself when you wake up that you will try to do something that you used to enjoy. Or maybe even try something completely new to give you back some motivation. Important thing is that no matter how tough it seems right now, you will get through it. You are not alone.
Anonymous
April 3rd, 2016 3:54am
The best way to handle depression is by getting support and help from friends, family and professionals.
Anonymous
July 31st, 2015 11:39am
You can overcome. Depression is a feeling in the back of your mind i believe it will never truly go, but you can overcome. You can change over time and learn to not let it consume you or rule your life. You are you're own person and you control your emotions, Not the other way.
Anonymous
July 24th, 2015 10:06pm
Research has supported the idea that depression can be both circumstantial and/or genetic. Depression is more commonly found to be circumstantial and it is the changes to a person's lifestyle/addition of medication & therapy that can 'rid' them of their depression. However, genetic depression is slightly more ambiguous in the sense that, the majority of the time, it cannot simply be eliminated. However, it can be managed - very effectively, in fact - using therapy and medication.
LilahRenea
March 29th, 2016 5:54am
I think focusing on what is going on and making you feel the ways you do is one great way to help. Take mental health days that do nothing but you feel cozy and in a safe place.
Anonymous
July 5th, 2015 3:40pm
Depression can't be "rid of". It's that type of illness that even if you think you got rid of it, it'll come back and bite you in the butt.
Anonymous
March 20th, 2016 8:56am
As a person with depression, I can honestly say that it is difficult. But you just need to get rid of anything that reminds you of the pain that you've been through. Delete: sad songs, quotes, pictures, remove anything negative in your life. And replace them with positive things.
iluvcupc4k35
July 9th, 2015 3:10pm
I believe you can push it away for a long while, but every now and then it's going to get you back and then you gotta be strong and not let it overwhelm you.
Anonymous
August 8th, 2015 9:24pm
Yes, it is possible. It may go away for quite some time, but it can also come back. There's no way to know for sure when depression will go away or come back. Traumatic experiences or hard times can trigger it.
Anonymous
August 7th, 2015 1:41pm
Yes you can get rid of depression. It gets better and the best way is to get the right help you need
butterflykisses27
July 11th, 2015 5:46am
Depression is not something you get rid of. But it can be managed. Medication from your local doctor can help with managing depression that has gone on for a long period of time. Meditation, counseling, yoga anything that gets you out of thinking about yourself or changing your situation helps.
Ifeelthesameway
July 2nd, 2015 9:15am
Getting rid of depression can take a long process depending on the cause of it. But despite that it is still better to take it slow and not hurry it too much because you might not find who you really are in the process.
Millichidulinas
July 12th, 2016 11:58am
You can try to focus on the things you have and you love. Just forget the things you can't have and see the world as a beautiful thing.
Dylannerdy15
August 12th, 2015 6:02pm
I have struggled wi depression for a few years now and I've personally never gotten rid of it. It might go away for a few months for me and then come back for a few weeks. I've never gotten rid of it personally but that doesn't mean everyone can't get rid of it. I'm sure there are lots of people who get rid of depression and live happy lives. So keep positive and you never know what comes with a new day!
Anonymous
May 20th, 2015 10:11am
Get rid of might not be the right phrase, but depression can be controlled and managed to the point where it doesn't affect your day-to-day life anymore. There are a lot of ways to do this like therapy, medication, and other lifestyle changes. There is always, always hope!
FrostyFireworks18
April 26th, 2015 2:41am
Even though you may feel hopeless at times, every form of depression is curable. It's a process and it might take a couple of months at the least to disappear. The only way that you're going to get better is to go and see a professional about it, preferably a theripist. You have to be willing to change, and really push yourself to be open with the theripist so they can figure out your problems and try to find solutions. Please reach out for help because no one deserves to live in the dark.
Anonymous
February 10th, 2016 12:57am
The more you fill your life with positivity and optimism, the easier it becomes to cope with and overcome a hurdle like depression. Setting short-term goals, such as finishing a book or even taking care of your body every day, and long-term goals, such as graduating or starting a profession, can aid in keeping yourself proceeding forward.
Anonymous
August 16th, 2015 6:38pm
Depends on each person. Some can have therapy to change mindsets and genuinely change their lives. Others can be medicated or have therapy in a bid to control, or live with depression. Each circumstance is different.
Anonymous
December 25th, 2015 10:59pm
Exercise is a brilliant way to help deal with depressive moods. I combine two things I love, walking and being with my dog and I find that by focusing on what I love a state of depression is minimalised.
Anonymous
December 27th, 2015 4:36am
Try and look at old pictures and try and remember happy times and things that you did. It helped me.
SingingPhoenix
March 31st, 2016 12:32am
Find things to keep you occupied, such as maybe a movie or a book you really enjoy. Maybe take a hot bath, or talk to people you are close to.
Anonymous
December 26th, 2015 11:38am
Talk about it with everyone you know. Share what's on your mind, and never assume anything your mind tells you to!
JoeMarlo
December 26th, 2015 8:45am
Depression is an odd subject, essentially it is alleviated and prevented with a number of approaches. Therapy the primary and in more serious cases medication (anti-depressants) as the name would suggest. Both work and a combination of the two are often the best mode of treatment, however if the depression is mild there is countless tricks on how to spice up life and get more enjoyment out of it and I'll also mention that a third of depression dissipates of its own accord.
Anonymous
March 31st, 2016 1:53pm
Do more of what you enjoy...believe that you are strong and unique... Socialize and get some therapist advice
dreamFireworks27
December 26th, 2015 1:55am
There is no way to actually get rid of depression. Some people find talking to someone helps ease the depression, and others find medication works. Try to find what works best for you!
Anonymous
December 24th, 2015 1:12am
you can't get rid of depression in the blink of an eye. I have severe depression and I have had it since I was diagnosed at 13. I was given anti-depressants and I assure you that they work like wonders if you take them frequently to the right dosage.
Anonymous
December 24th, 2015 4:45pm
with treatment and supportive people. every time you feel your mind leading into those thoughts you just have to find something to do make sure you are trying to think positive and remember that you are loved and cared about by many.