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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
Anonymous
February 3rd, 2016 3:19am
If you have been diagnosed with depression, or think you have it, you should follow up with a mental health professional. A professional can help you manage your symptoms, and work with you to help rid yourself of your depression.
Going2BeOkay
March 27th, 2016 8:09am
You first have to understand that there is no magical overnight "fix". It is a long road to conquer depression. It is hard, but not impossible. Some basic steps are shutting out negative thoughts as soon as they come into your head, and immediately replacing them with good thoughts. Things you find relaxing and calming or really anything that detours you from the negative, Second step is to reach out to someone! I cannot stress that enough. 7cups is an amazing site because it gives people an opportunity to do just that! It really helps to talk and get guidance. If a person could reach out to someone they know, that's even better. But I think it's important for people to know it's okay to reach out for help. It's really hard to go though depression alone. Third is to pick up a hobby. Something that you enjoy. Reading, knitting, yoga, meditation. Something to lift your spirits and keep you pushing forward. Lastly, keep your head up and know that you will recover!
justcallmekae
January 20th, 2016 7:01pm
One way you can rid of depression is creating a positivity or gratitude journal. Every day, write something positive about yourself or your life. Whether it be the fact that you have full eyelashes or a bed to sleep on, these little acts of gratitude can turn a person's life around,and it's proven by studies.
Truckerwife08
January 21st, 2016 1:39am
You cant. Theres treatments such as medication self talk being positive counceling accupuncture exercise. Theres alot of ways to cope with it but i dont believe theres an cure to depression
MusicHelpsTheSoul97
January 21st, 2016 5:43am
consult or confide in a doctor or a friend. Find someone you can trust and let them know u feel this way. Maybe there are solutions they have in mind to try and help you get back to feeling ok again
Vatsa
January 21st, 2016 12:17pm
You can do the following things to overcome your depression. First of all, when you get up in the morning, tell yourself that you're gonna win this day. go out, have some walk around your garden or neighborhood. Talk to people, express yourself and let your all agony out and meet new people. Read books, novels or any literature related articles, listen to music or do any physical activity, it helps in exercising the brain cells which induces hormones that help as stress relievers. I hope this works out.
Morphia
January 21st, 2016 1:13pm
Surround yourself with positive people and live a life that is true to you. Find a job that you like, do the things that you like, and dedicate your life to finding its meaning.
Moon79
January 23rd, 2016 8:57am
Sunshine. Smiling, which after 15 seconds releases seratonin :) exercise, releases dopamine and seratonin. Engaging in an activity you love no matter how you feel, it will usually get you shifting to a more positive vibe.
Anonymous
January 24th, 2016 4:31pm
Talk about it with someone! First try talking about it with a good friend or with someone of your family. If that did not help make an appointment with a therapist. Also go outside: Not getting enough sunlight can make you feel sad and loney. So go out and enjoy the sun!
dancingLion66
January 27th, 2016 10:15am
stay positive, count your strength ,recollect the happy moments , do some physical activity , you can try some breathing excercise
fall7stand8
January 27th, 2016 9:13pm
Surround yourself with happiness and do things that you enjoy. Try listing ten good things that happened per day before you go to bed! Don't be afraid to talk to people about how you're feeling
Des2000
January 28th, 2016 2:13pm
Well as a growing teenager I have experienced being depressed and one thing that helps me to get rid of it now that I've grown is to pray and to talk to a therapist or maybe someone close to you that is willing to listen and not just to respond...depression can also be overcome by doing activities that you love like painting, keeping a journal or maybe writing a book and etc. there are a lot of ways to get rid of it...and to tell you honestly it is not easy as what it sounds like but if you really want to fight for it and overcome it you got'ta put yourself in there and win that battle.
Anonymous
January 28th, 2016 4:52pm
There is no way to get ''rid'' of depression.It will always be there and effect your life you can only move on as time goes by and be open about your feelings.
Anonymous
January 28th, 2016 11:25pm
If you ever feel depressed go and talk to an active listener about how you feel, and set goals for yourself! 😊❤️
VinnyC3654
January 29th, 2016 6:32am
Sadly, you cannot be rid of Depression, I should know that well enough, but it can be managed. I have fought it for many years, but the secrets I have learned are having a great support network, and fighting everyone moment you have to smile. You may not feel like it is worth fighting for, but it always is...ALWAYS
ListenerRose00
January 29th, 2016 2:14pm
Sigh. Sadly, you can't get rid of it. You're going to suffer bouts of it. I've suffered since the third grade. HOWEVER, you could do a few things: 1) Stay with positive people. Of course, I don't mean "optimistic." Don't get me wrong. I mean, people who support you. Now, you don't have to ALWAYS hang out - you may not want to. That's okay and they shouldn't make you feel guilty over. Also, if you have toxic relationships - get rid of 'em. If you're being emotionally abused - cut it off. If you feel you aren't being supported or whether someone cares about themselves and doesn't even spend an hour on you. Cut it off. 2) Some days, you may not even want to exist. Like, not take drastic measures - but just... not exist. Lie, there's to be and not to be and you just... don't want to be. Those days, hold on to the people who will be effected by your sayonara. Remember why you gotta keep trying to breath. And breathe, even if it's shakey. 3) Give yourself time-outs. Work can be especially hard and at the end of it, it feels unaccomplished and stupid. Do whatever you can and then, after an hour or 2, give yourself a time out. And try not to sit to use your computer. Go outside. Ironic - as you're sitting here and I'm telling you go outside in response to your question. But, a change of scenery will do you good. Actually, make something exciting. If nothing excited you, start something that will. Maybe hang out with these people who will surprise you? Start learning a language of Duolingo? START A YOUTUBE CHANNEL, create some music/start a band, vandalise (in the appropriate places where vandalism is allowed :)), talk to someone funny/honest/light-hearted. And if you still can't focus: sit with someone. It's press, but eh. 4) You could be agitated quite frequently and might hurt those you love. You're aware of this - you want you want to be alone and it's just a laggy pain. But you want them, too. I'd suggest that you just talk to them. Tell them what's up. Maybe you could work on a pact: not more than 3 hours (too much xP) of social "me." 4) Don't avoid it. In my years, I tend to do this: have a crush. That's fine, normal. Though, I'll crush on Physics, a dustbin and a slut-hole (as in a person and a garbage can.) Then, I get addicted. Even if I'm in love with my best friend. Why? It's good. Takes you away. But, when it becomes less frequent/goes away, it's harder to deal with YOUR OWN SELF each time. 5) And that brings me to my last point: take extra effort to take care of yourself. Now, I don't mean sit in a parlour all day. Just, take care. Don't feel like eating? okay, eat just a bit and more frequently. And avoid junk food. And eat. Also, hygiene. I have a bed-time routine. Rinse your mouth, wash your face, wash your feet, brush your hair and (I tie it up into a bun). I take about half an hour on myself that way. Sigh. I dunno if it goes away - in my experience, it doesn't. Though, you can handle it better. Also, depression isn't a bad thing. It's like anything else. Feeling terrible isn't bad; it just FEELS bad. The same way, feeling Manic may FEEL good, but it just is. Nothing's good or bad. OH! AND MAKE FRIENDS WITH YOURSELF! Yeah, you're gonna call yourself a ton of things during the day and claim that you deserve so many cruel things (which may be banned to mention, here.) However, know that you need to be friends with yourself. Don't be against yourself. When you degrade yourself, take a deep breath and say, "No. We're friends. Okay, what's the problem? Okay, so this didn't go well? Okay, why not?" Council yourself. be friends with your self. Love, Me
NaturalVision18
January 31st, 2016 7:15am
A few easy ways to get rid of depression is to speak with a professional and have them help you get through it, talk to a friend, think positive thoughts, or figure out the reason for your depression and talk to a parent or guardian.
carlier231
March 27th, 2016 12:20am
You can go to a therapist, psychologist, or doctor for medication and other forms of health. But you need to realize that you're an amazing person, inside and out. You're capable, you matter, and you're important :)
Anonymous
March 25th, 2016 6:38am
The first step is to admit you have it and you really don't want to let it win. Depression is something that grips you and takes away the joy you feel over just doing the small things. The cure is different for all but I find that sharing with someone who can relate to you if a good start. If you prefer asking for professional help, that is alright too. The point is to find what causes you to feel depressed and sort it out before you reinvent yourself and find something awesome in living life again and doing the small things that you love so much.
Anonymous
March 24th, 2016 12:39pm
Talk to someone,, find something that makes you feel good and do more of it, go walking, seek counseling or therapy
Alien10
March 17th, 2016 9:14am
Solve the issues that make you depressed . Usually getting into the right friend company solves it.dd
oj1711
March 23rd, 2016 12:30pm
Ohh.. That's the question that cannot be answered, like seriously, you can't get rid of depression you just learn how to live with it.
OrchidSpring
March 17th, 2016 3:16am
Hangout and talk with friends and family about depression. Start a new activity you enjoy. Exercise, eat right, and appreciate the small things in life.
HeavenlyHope2042
March 16th, 2016 9:48am
Depression is something that people under estimate. I would suggest seeking professional help and taking guidance from them. Realizing your self worth is one of the most important steps in fighting depression
Anonymous
March 13th, 2016 6:21am
One of the best ways to combat depression is to be active and to connect with other people. Exercise is an excellent choice; go on a hike, ask a friend to join you at the gym, talk a walk with your dog. Volunteer work is another way to accomplish this, as it will get you out of yourself, give you positive feedback, and bring you in contact with others. Taking care of yourself will also help. Do something that you find enjoyable--see a favorite movie, treat yourself to a special meal, give yourself the time and space to read a book you will enjoy, call a friend.
Anonymous
March 12th, 2016 6:23pm
Do something that make you happy. Something that makes you smile. Chat with people who lift you up. Not tear you down.
fantasticLove41
March 11th, 2016 10:02pm
You can't automatically get rid of depression you have to take steps and achieve your goal try and relax and think of of what started your depression and then trying improve your state of mind hope I helped
Anonymous
March 11th, 2016 2:14pm
Depression is not something that you can get rid of. It is something that will affect the decisions you make and the behaviors you exhibit in the long run. What you can do however, is learn how to manage Depression healthily such that you are still able to do what you love and live Life.
Anonymous
February 5th, 2016 9:49pm
A good idea to get rid of depression is to start writing about your feelings. You'll find out by keeping a journal and just expressing how you're feeling at any given moment can be a great way at giving yourself space from a torment of emotions, thus allowing them to escape and give you a moment of peace.
Anonymous
February 7th, 2016 8:19pm
By Learning a way to cope with it because people who are diagnosed with depression can make it go away.