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4 Ways to Cope With Depression



4 Ways to Cope With Depression

Depression is a challenging and often overwhelming experience that affects millions of people.. In today’s video, we’re discussing four ways to cope with depression that can make a real difference in your daily life. Whether you’re dealing with depression yourself or supporting a loved one, these tips are designed to help you navigate the tough times.

If you’re feeling depressed or struggling with major depressive disorder (MDD), it’s important to know there are effective treatments and coping mechanisms available. Let’s talk about how to fight depression and improve your mental health together.

Remember, dealing with depression is a journey, and finding the right treatment for depression can take time.

Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you or someone you know is dealing with depression, please seek help from a licensed mental health professional.

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Researcher/Writer: Monique Zizzo
Editor: Cailtin McColl
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: Amanda Silvera (http://www.youtube.com/amandasilvera)
Animator: DanimationArts – Danielle
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheng

Disclaimer: Our intention for this video is to teach you new ways to cope with depression and encourage a positive mindset. This information is not a substitute for mental health treatment and may not work for everyone. If you think you may have depression or are concerned about your mental wellbeing, please consult your healthcare provider.

References

Behavioral Activation and Depression Symptomatology: Longitudinal Assessment of Linguistic Indicators in Text-Based Therapy Sessions. (2021, July 14). Journal of Medical Internet Research. www.jmir.org/2021/7/e28244/
Elmer, J. (2021, October 22). Cognitive Distortions in Depression. Psych Central. psychcentral.com/depression/cognitive-distortions-the-lies-depression-tells
Miller, K. (2017, November 9). 11 Little Mental Health Tips That Therapists Actually Give Their Patients. SELF. www.self.com/story/11-little-mental-health-tips-that-therapists-actually-give-their-patients
Muscat, F. (2022, February 10). Interview with an Expert: Understanding Depression and Anxiety. Lustgarten Foundation: Pancreatic Cancer Research. lustgarten.org/interview-with-an-expert-understanding-depression-and-anxiety/
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  1. @Psych2go on

    Would you like to see more of this content? If you're struggling, remember there's help available within your social network or local supports

  4. @miles8539 on

    I often find myself wallowing in my negative thoughts whenever I get home and/or when I wake up first thing in the morning. It's just so frustrating knowing that every day will be the same until I have the chance to live for myself since my mother is very controlling, toxic and stubborn and yet, even when I can take care of myself, I can't I know if I can make it… I don't have many forms of support these days and everything seems to want to crush me, I've been losing my interests and hopes little by little…
    Every day I try to stand up, listen to some nice music or even just use my free time to watch something or do something that pleases me, but it is SO difficult when my day is constantly overwhelmed by orders from someone who doesn't seem to care about what I like, but rather how it makes me look. And whenever I have time to do these things, they hold me into it and I got disconnected from the rest of the world, which makes her mad about how I "only pay attention to the computer or the cellphone" which are the only things that make me feel safe and positive since I can't even go out with friends or neither alone.

  6. @queye1229 on

    All the time I hear that you are not alone, but in reality no one cares. Despite having family and two friends, I cannot talk to anyone. I feel lonely and my depression is just coming back despite meds and therapy. Now I can fight with it, but when I think that nothing will be better (realistically looking) and I have to be alone for the next 40 years, I cannot find any reason to keep going.

  7. @nwmmmmmmmmm on

    I have been diagnosed with depression, but despite everything I feel that therapy is not helping me and it is getting worse, I honestly don't know how I can help myself anymore because one day I feel very good and the next day I feel terrible.

  9. @anemoium1 on

    Bunch of helpless buffoons out here. Yall not helping yourself thats why you are not getting out of your depression. Do not embrace it, fight back. Jeez get a grip people

  11. @LahmerOmar-d9r on

    My mom hates me, my dad left me I am a only child that has no one in his life at all, I have depression but no one knows it. I will be fostered soon said my mom. I hope you can see this and thank you..

  12. @Tw33kSkat3r on

    This really hit hard.. I've tried these things and sometimes they work. But then I find myself spiraling again. The not being able to get out of bed hits the hardest..

  18. @StickyFingers-gu9sr on

    Wanna know what is the easiest way to combat depression 1. Submit to God 2. Pray a prayer of salvation 3. Seek guidance from the Holy Spirit 4. Pray to God everyday for guidance in your everyday life and to combat your depression…. Follow these steps and you will be super happy knowing Jesus is YOUR LORD AND SAVIOR…… And for the people who want to hate on me for saying this….. Hope you find your way to Christ one day…. He still loves you ✝ TO ALL CHRISTIANS HERE KEEP LIVING A LIFE DEDICATED TO CHRIST BECAUSE ONE DAY…..WERE GOING HOME!!!!!!!!!

  19. @KsigmaH on

    I hate my life I’m gonna vent.

    Btw for 2:57 I thought of Coco and Olivia for helping me get it out, and Ira for hugging me

    I don’t know why, I just do it, I found a safety pin and it was sharp so… I started cutting myself. I’m in middle school so I probably am just being dramatic. That same day I got pooped on by a bird outside during lunch. I ran to the bathroom, while I was running I punched myself and this one group of popular boys saw I think. So I really don’t want them to tell. While I washed it out Coco and Olivia helped me, I was super embarrassed. Idk why but I just broke down and cried. When I went back my face was extremely red. And everyone was staring. I just KNEW they were all gonna make fun of me. Then everyone kept asking and my voice would break while I’d scream at them to “mind their own mother fucking business” Ira gave me a big hug which I really needed. I felt bad cause then her hoodie got all wet because of my tears. On the way back to 4th period this group of really popular boys kept asking me what happened along with this group of preppy girls who r kinda popular and all hate me except for Audrey. When I got home I got a text from Stella who’s bullied me since 4th grade of a bird pooping. She then sent the same thing in the GC. Tymon and Taylor helped. Taylor kept telling about how rude it was. Then she sent a text saying something along the lines of I don’t really like Keira but I don’t go around telling ppl that, she unsent it but I saw and now I know she dislikes me. Tymon told his friends to stop asking me and to leave me alone. Then this other day one kid named Stella threatened to spread rumors about me if I didn’t do her hw. And Daniel and her always make fun of my teeth. I keep asking my mom if I can get braces early to fix my ugly teeth but idk. I just have been really insecure about them and everyone always says how ugly they are and how crooked they look. And another day a girl named Alaina told me my BFF since kindergarten said I’m annoying and then she got angry when I told her that it was Bull shit because my best friend would never do that and trust me SHE WOULDNT. Alaina started texting me how I was ugly and have no friends and said that everyone hates me and I’m fat and have a billboard forehead and beaver teeth, I and yeah, I had gymnastics tryouts today which is normally be bouncing off the walls for but for some reason I didn’t want to go, even though gymnastics is my favorite thing in the world. And idk but one of my friends came over and I cancelled what I had planned. I’ve been kinda upset like this for weeks. But most of the time I just make jokes about being depressed and then when ppl ask I put on a smile and say I’m fine…….

    idk why but I kinda feel a bit better after writing this

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