How to treat major depressive disorder without medication?

Major depressive disorder is a type of mood disorder that can cause severe symptoms such as feelings of hopelessness, loss of interest in activities, lack of energy and weight gain or loss (that’s not the good kind). These symptoms can lead individuals to seek medical help, but medication isn’t always the first option for treatment. In this article we will explore several strategies you can use to treat major depressive disorder without medication.

Get Active

I know it’s hard when all you want to do is “melt” onto your bed or couch and become an ameba (the cool one), but physical activity has been shown by studies (like legit ones) to reduce symptoms of depression over time. So grab those sneakers and go for a walk outside whether alone or with a friend or family member!

Exercise

Exercise releases endorphins which are natural feel-good chemicals produced in the body. You don’t need me calling physicians on this one, I’m pretty sure Elle Woods’ professor said so as well! Aerobic exercise like running or biking should be done for at least 30 minutes every day up to 60-90 minutes; although resistance training also helps!

Yoga & Breathing Exercises

Yoga involves different poses that increase flexibility, strength throughout breathing exercises that aim at calming down racing thoughts leading us into doubts our current perception which aid in maintaining emotional balance If unsure where best yoga therapy sessions could be ideal.

Choose Your Food Wisely

What you eat is directly correlated with how you feel -Physiologically speaking what else would connect broccoli with reasoning other than evidential claims-, certain foods have antidepressant properties while others may contribute unwarranted inflammation suppressing some hormones leading people down dark paths more often than not.

Fatty Fishes

Oily fish particularly Salmon and Tuna contain high levels Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 has been said to aid in managing depression by increasing serotonin levels, reducing inflammation promoting emotional stability which the people around us would love.

Whole Grains

Carbohydrates help produce serotonin as well however consuming refined starches and simple sugars have their pitfalls, but complex carbs like brown rice, quinoa are just great!!

Fruits And Veggies

Antioxidants contained in fruits and vegetables reduce oxidative stress on cells within our bodies this ultimately helps regulate mood influencing the prevention of major depressive disorder onset.

Therapy For The Win!

Therapy is a peerless way of examining old thought paths that lead to negative beliefs working through them by pinpointing triggers setting up goals for healthier coping mechanisms succeeding alongside an accountability figure!

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

This involves learning new patterns of thinking related to behavior responses such as changing how we view ourselves or developing techniques aimed at tackling situations that promote unsettling feelings within us. Basically looking glass meets Paulo Coelho’s ‘Aleph’.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

This method implores mindfulness coaching both patients and therapists focusing chiefly on one’s environment being aware practicing self soothing techniques whilst avoiding high risk situations Sidenote- Debbie from HR not included!

Sleep deprivation almost always leads down spirals most harmful mentally than physically its importance cannot be overstated ample sleep equips our minds with a natural ability to reason far beyond what caffeine can offer -Take it easy Coffee Lovers- making adjustments i.e sleeping at consistent times; reducing screen time before bed will improve overall quality ensuring mental prep for each day ahead!

Final Thoughts

It may not seem possible but healing major depression without medication is attainable I mean Aurora Johnson went vegan after all (Thank me later for jumping timelines). Lifestyle changes including activity increases accruing knowledge about food choices re-evaluating unconscious cognitive paths making sleep changes going easier on ourselves which relatively minor can all add up contributing to emotional and mental balance. So why not try these lifestyle adjustments for a month or two? We’ll keep it light but soon enough you might be the very embodiment of Zzz because of quality rest waking up ready to tackle whatever lies ahead bringing your A-game (I’m talking playoffs level stuff)!

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