Depression and lifestyle changes: Has it helped?

hi everyone im new to this its my first post I have anxiety and depression at the moment in the middle of an anxiety flare up dr wont increase my medication am feeling vey lonely and isolated am a carer for my daughter who has severe learning disability we live alone my son has left home I just don't no where to turn for help

Hello,

As the winter holidays approach, some might notice their anxiety symptoms flaring up. Is this your case and how do you get through the holiday "gluttony" (sweet, fatty and rich foods) and stress?

I just run off with the pudding and shut myself in my room!

Winter is really hard. It's not the holidays, it's just the grey, the rain, the cold. I'm missing a friend who passed recently has been on my mind too.

Hi everyone,

How are you doing? Have you seen this older discussion? 😊

Studies have shown that certain lifestyle changes, particularly exercise, can help improve depression symptoms. If you haven't had a chance to read it yet, we just published an article on the subject: Exercise: Can it help to treat depression?

Have you thought about or tried making any changes to your daily routine to help your depression? If so, has it helped? If you haven't, what keeps you from doing so?

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Take care,

Courtney

Hello everyone,

I hope you are doing well!

I thought I'd revive this discussion by inviting some members to share their experiences with us!

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Take care and have a nice day,
Berthe

Hi everyone,

I have been battling depression since I was diagnosed with postnatal depression when my daughter was about 2 months old. That's almost 20 years ago now. My daughter is 20 years old in September and I am 40 years old in November.

My depression went downhill just over 3 years ago as I lost my beloved dad to terminal lung cancer due to smoking.

I'm finally on the right dose for me now.

Regular exercise can be as effective as medication or therapy for mild to moderate depression. Exercise has been shown to release endorphins, which can improve mood and reduce stress and anxiety. It can also increase self-esteem and provide a sense of accomplishment, which can be helpful for those struggling with depression. A healthy diet can also play a role in managing depression symptoms. Eating a balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains can help support overall physical health and may improve mood. Some research suggests that diets high in processed and fried foods, sugar, and refined carbohydrates may contribute to depression and other mental health disorders. Try to surround yourself with beautiful things, you can order some flowers https://myexpressflowers.co.uk/ to enliven the room or buy new cushions for your sofa. Of course, reduce alcohol consumption.

Of course, making lifestyle changes can be difficult, especially when dealing with depression. Depression can make it challenging to find the motivation to make changes or to stick with new habits. It's essential to start small and set achievable goals, such as taking a short walk every day or incorporating one new healthy food into your diet each week.