Ways to cope with depression

Moneycontrol News May 27, 2024

Radhika Gupta said that the youth suffered from depression due to a heightened focus on being someone else. Here are 5 ways to cope with depression (All information taken from NHS website).

Facing your fears

Facing up to your fears by not avoiding talking to others or becoming socially anxious can help cope better with depression.

Limit alcohol intake

Drinking alcohol can help a person cope with or hide emotions, but in the long term, not assist in coping with depression.

Eating a healthy diet

Eating a healthy diet with foods rich in nutrients can help maintain optimum weight and help prevent risk of becoming underweight, while suffering from depression.

Be more active

Staying physically active by exercising can improve mood and help cope with depression.

Have a routine

Having a routine that involved having regular, timely meals and sleeping for adequate number of hours every day can help cope with depression.