How do you manage depression?

The idea is not: To manage depression, but to recover from it! make an appointment with a psychiatrist in your area for an evaluation today? You have nothing to loose and so very much to gain.

See Below: Psychotherapy, medication (if there's need), self-care routine --establishing a time to do things that you like/enjoy; relaxation, learning what triggers your symptoms; creating "crisis card" things to do when depression worsens; stress management; sleep hygiene. Psychotherapy will help guide you through the process, while medication will help in stabilizing mood.

Managing depression: Start with visit to your primary care physician for workup to rule out organic causes for depression. He/she can refer you to mental health professional for psychotherapy & possible medication evaluation.