Depression: Help and Treatment
When someone is depressed, he or she needs help. If the depression is self-manageable, the person may just need a good friend or mentor to talk to in order to figure out the causes and make changes. When the depression persists, it is very important that the person receive appropriate professional help. Therapists, counselors and psychologists can provide critical intervention that can help an individual find his or her way back to a healthier mental outlook.
It is very important that a person suffering from depression get help as soon as possible after recognizing the signs. Knowing the signs and symptoms of depression can be very helpful, even if you do not suffer from it, since a trusted friend often encourages someone to seek professional help. With your awareness of options for treatment, you can offer your help to family members or other people who are important to you.
Possible treatment options may include:
- Speaking regularly with a counselor, therapist, or psychologist
- Medication as prescribed by a doctor or psychologist
- Starting or increasing an exercise regimen
- Improving nutrition
- Learning stress and time management techniques
- Increasing social outlets (talking to people, getting your feelings out)
- Short-term treatment center stays
- Long-term treatment center stays
