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Can i treat my depression without going to the doctor?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Possibly - if not: severe. There are many things you can do for depression. Don't isolate. Spend time w people. Use your support system. Get out. Don’t stagnate at home. Work to get 8 hours or > of sleep per night & eat healthfully. Daily aerobic physical activity is a big +. Recommend the “Feeling Good Book" by Dr. David Burns.

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Answered 7/12/2014

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