by Pallavi Khera

Created on: March 05, 2008   Last Updated: June 29, 2009

Depression is a stress-related mental illness.It is more common in women than men.Study shows that one in six women and one in nine men suffers from depression.Lack of purpose in any body's life may lead to depression and if not cured instantly,may further force a person to commit suicide.

Depression doesn't always have a particular cause and can strike suddenly.Depression and stress go hand in hand or one may call depression as an advance version of stress.

Depression cures-you are your own helper.Here are few tips for depression cures :-

1.Get yourself occupied in doing things you have always cherished.keep yourself busy in doing motivational activities.Doing inspirational things helps in beating depression. Listening to soothing music,taking hot shower bath,reading motivational books,take a long walk..etc. are some of the instances of depression cures .

2.Regular exercise can help in relieving you from depression.Exercises releases endorphins which is known as a happy element and help you by giving a natural boost.yoga and meditation can do wonders and has been proven since long.Meditation needs lots of concentration which really helps in curing stress and depression.

3.It is said that "Man is a social animal" and socializing plays a pivotal role in curing depression .So go ahead and meet people you know or start making new friends.chat with them on topics which make you laugh.Establish close ties with family and friends.A group support will tremendously boost your immune system.

4. Getting lots of sunshine around you and keeping your room always bright is one of the depression cures element.Lack of exposure to sunlight is responsible for the secretion of the hormone melatonin, which could trigger a dispirited mood and a lethargic condition.Melatonin is only produced in the dark. It lowers the body temperature and makes you feel sluggish.

5.Depression cures also involves less intake of fatty foods,sugar,caffeine etc.Sugar and coffee may increase your energy initially but later on they will turn into a depressant and make yourself feel lethargic.Similarly, alcohol will also help in forgetting your problems primarily but eventually it will aggravate the situation.

6.Last but not the least,don't underestimate yourself in front of anybody.No man is perfect and committing mistake is human tendency ,so you are not exceptional.Never use phrase like i m good for nothing or i am useless ..as they lower down your confidence and morale.Keeping a positive attitude towards life

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