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What should i do to stop depression other than counselling and antidepressants?

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

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Exercise: Exercise is a natural antidepressant. Even when you feel like staying in bed, get up and exercise. It will improve your mood. Laughter is also a natural antidepressant. See a funny movie & laugh out loud. Speak with an old friend go to a mall, it may help you get your mind off your troubles. Listen to music it may also help improve your mood. Even if you don't feel like it do it anyway!

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A member asked:

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