The Bull stops here

 Depression is an illness, and its the root cause can be complex to understand. Some people may get through it in months while others suffer for years. It can be so debilitating for some people to th degree where they become confined to the home, unable to work and some have been required to live in a psychiatric ward for their own safety.

There are many options out there and you just have to find what is right for you, whether it is taking medication, changing diet, talking to someone or all combined you can get through it.

We all get periods when we feel low, perhaps outside influences have caused problems or there are situations and circumstances which can make us feel low. Sometimes feeling low can be altered if we understand the root of the cause and change these matters.

There are factors that you can explore which may help change mood and hormonal levels.

Some steroids can be a cause for depression as they change the body's imbalance so can cause aggression, frustration and depression. It is worth being aware of any changes emotionally if you do take any testosterone enhancers as they can be unsuitable for you.

Good Foods/Drinks:

Clean healthy food can have a great impact on the body.

Bad Foods/Drinks:

Alcohol for some gives you a feel good factor but hangovers can pull you down big time and increase anxiety.

Supplements:

• St Johns Wort - found to be very successful by many please note check with your doctor if you are already taking medication.
• Siberian Ginseng - strengthens the immune system and gives energy.
• Rhodiola - strengthens immune system and raises energy levels.
• B Complex - can help encourage the nervous system and elevate mood.

Alternative Remedies:

• Lemon Balm - stress and depression reliever.
• Valerian - helps with any sleep problems that may also occur.
• Counselling can be really useful and successful for some people, definitely worth a try.
  

How to help yourself:

1. It is very easy to get caught in a cycle of depression but you are the only one who can take action.
2. See medical advice as services and options can be offered you may not be aware of www.theprivatemedicalpractice.co.uk offers private confidential appointments.
3. Exercise creates a wellness as it releases chemicals in the body which make you feel better about yourself.
   

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If you are taking medication prescribed by a health professional we would not advise taking anything else until you speak to them; things like St Johns Wort may have adverse effects on the prescribed drug.

Bibliography

Brampton, Sally. - Shoot the Damn Dog 

Last Updated: 6^th December 2011.