everything you need to know about how to survive depression
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Exercise affects chemicals in your brain
Releases chemicals called endorphins which lifts your mood, energizes you, and may help you sleep more soundly at night
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Depression can make you feel tired, so take it easy on yourself!!
Allow yourself to rest for 15-30mins every few hours.
Ways to relax:Take a NapRead your favorite bookListen to MusicDaydreamDoodleCall a friend
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When you’re depressed, you might isolate yourself from your friends, family, and other people who care about you
Stay busy. Stay Connected.Ways to be social:
Attend a sports game, concert, school performance
Have/Go to a partyPlay a sportHang out with friendsDo things you like!
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Nutritious foods give your body and mind the fuel they need to stay healthy and strong
Changing your diet is a good way to improve your mood and outlook, but you have to be careful not to go overboardEat BreakfastAvoid CaffeineDrink Water
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Feelings need to be felt- even if you don’t like them. If you keep your emotions bottled up inside, they can hurt you and make you feel even worse
Ways to face your feelings:Stop, Think, FeelBreatheWhen you’re sad, cryWhen you’re lonely, be
with someone
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Make a commitment to follow your treatment plan for a certain length of time
Set goals to help you feel more in control of your treatment and your life
Chart your moodUse a chart or journal
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Realize that you may have a bad day once in a while, but you can get through it and move on
Ways to feed your personal spirit:Write in a journalListen to musicPaint, Draw, SketchBe CreativeSet Goals