How to maintain a positive recovery path from a long severe depression and maintain quiet peaceful positive feeling been severally mentally depressed for over 15 years with numerous hospital stay. several weeks ago i came out of depression and am trying

There : There are some basic things that can help, which are: 1) stay on your medication and don't make any changes without first speaking with your psychiatrist. 2) exercise at least a few times each week. Exercise helps reduce depression and anxiety. 3) eat well. This means eat a lot of fruit and vegetables. It sounds silly, but good nutrition can help you feel healthier and this can help your mood. Taking charge of your nutrition can also help give you a sense of control over that part of your life. We know seroquel (quetiapine) and divalproex can cause weight gain, so good nutrition and exercise can help minimize that. 4) find a meaningful goal. This will give you something to look forward to every day, even if you feel down or scared. Hope this helps.

It seems that it: Would be important to maintain your medication regimen as well as continuing a psychotherapy with someone you can trust. Maintain your focus in being in the present, in the now, appreciate every moment of peace and good mood. Remember that it is normal to have ups-and-downs as long as they are within a normal range. Pay attention to every little thing that can bring about some joy or beauty.