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Medications (after consulting with doctor or psychiatrist)
Antidepressants can help restore brain chemicals to the right levels. Common side effects include headache, dry mouth, constipation, stomach upset, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, and nervousness.
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Talk therapy
It can help work through problems you have that can be triggers for depression. Therapy can offer insight about your emotions, positive ways of coping or dealing with your problems and emotional support.
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Exercise can help release adrenaline that can naturally make you feel better
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Avoid drugs or alcohol
Although these may help in the short term. In can do more damage. For example, alcohol is a depressant so it can decrease your mood further.
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Eat right
A balanced and healthy diet can keep your body healthy.
