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So, you are feeling pretty down and in a low mood at the moment and the last thing on your mind is beating depression! These feelings are normal, don’t worry. You may be experiencing totally conflicting emotions at this time and again that is common and impacts on many people. The good news is that lots of individuals have come up with ways of beating depression. So do not despair. First of all let’s take a step back. Ask the question, “am I depressed?” This may seem a strange question to be asking, but nevertheless it is an important starting point.

• Are you feeling out of sorts with yourself?
• Have you no real interest in everything going on around you?
• Are you becoming more and more isolated and withdrawn?
• Do you experience thoughts or feelings of inferiority?
• Do you have low mood levels and experience sadness?
• Do display grumpiness or feelings of pessimism on a regular basis?
• Do you find it difficult or even impossible to get excited?
• There are many more symptoms to look for…

The above short list is by no means exhaustive and there are many more signs and indicators of the varying form of depression. The thing to bear in mind is that if you say YES to any of the above signs you need to act fast. By acting fast I mean that you can either seek a professional consultation from a qualified medical practitioner or you can start beating depression yourself. Unfortunately one of the problems with depression is that in many instances the individuals concerned either do not recognize the symptoms of depression, or alarmingly, they choose to ignore the obvious symptoms and as a consequence do nothing. Doing nothing is not an option when it comes to beating depression. In many cases the actual act of starting the process of doing something about dealing with your depression will make you feel a little better. Once you begin to address the problem you will be amazed at how better you will start to feel. Attitude and state of mind are effective tools in the process of beating depression.

Consulting with your doctor who may refer you to a reputable psychiatrist could well be your first step in the healing process. A proper professional diagnosis will be able to establish that you are indeed suffering from depression and the type of depression you have. The severity and kinds of depression vary enormously from mild forms to manic or bipolar depression. So get a professional diagnosis so the right and most effective form of treatment can begin. If you have the right attitude towards the recommended forms of treatment then you will be on the right track. The way ahead may seem long and daunting, but don’t be put off. It is at times like this that you will need the support of your family and close friends. You may consider joining a support group for added security and to help you find the courage to continue with your treatment.

Often it is helpful to be surrounded, in these support groups, by people who are going through he same ordeal as you are or who have been through the ordeal and “come out the other side.” There is a lot of help out there, so search out the support groups in your area. Beating depression may involve prescribed medication, therapy (of many different types), lifestyle changes, dietary changes, implementation of an exercise regime related to your condition and finally natural or alternative depression treatments. It may be beneficial for you to embark upon a treatment regime that encompasses more that one of the available treatment types. Natural or alternative depression treatments are becoming more popular these days. Many depression sufferers are wary of taking prescribed medication for their condition. Some medications are known to have side effects and they can become addictive. It is also true to say that antidepressants do not work in all cases, the success rate varies from individual to individual.

Whatever method or combination of methods you choose for beating depression you must remain patient. You will not be cured overnight. It will be a long program and you will need all the support and help you can get. The most important thing is that you are starting the process. It is important that you set realistic goals for your eventual recovery. Always keep an open mind to the different methods of treatment available. A good therapy for you would be to research the various options available to you. Get to learn more about your condition, the more you understand about depression and ultimately beating depression the more successful you will be in your quest.