MANAGEMENT OF SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
OF DEPRESSION
REACH OUT AND GET SUPPORT
•Staying connected and avoids the feeling of isolation
• Ways to reach out : Depression support groups, talking to family
members or friends
DOING THINGS THAT MAKE THE ONE FEEL GOOD
•The depressed needs to push themselves to do things which give
relaxation
•Examples of things to do: Good sleep, Relaxation techniques such
as meditation, deep breathing
GE MOVING
•Exercise is a powerful depression fighter as it improves fatigue.
•Exercises which are rhythmic such as walking,dancing,swimming
are most effective.
EATING DEPRESSION FIGHTING DIET
•Reducing foods that can have adverse effects on brain such as
caffeine,alcohol,transfats, sugar and foods with preservatives.
•Boost with Vitamin B and Omega 3 fatty acids
GET A DAILY DOSE OF SUNLIGHT
•Sunlight boosts serotonin levels which improves mood.
CHALLENGE NEGATIVE THINKING
•Negative, unrealistic ways of thinking fuels depression
