Depression is a serious condition that specialists treat. In the fall, we are dealing with seasonal affective disorder, which is considered a form of depression. And no matter how sad and dreary you are - the advice of psychologists will help you cope with the autumn gloom.
Recognize your condition
If depression and bad mood haunt you only in the fall, then we are really talking about seasonal disorder. If you feel depressed regardless of the time of year, this is depression. What are the signs of SAD (seasonal affective disorder):
- you feel sleepy and overwhelmed even if you sleep a lot;
- decreased performance;
- you want to move away from people and be alone with yourself;
- anxiety increases;
- want sweet
Include fish oil and folic acid in your diet
The condition that we call autumn depression is caused by a lack of B vitamins and the famous omega-3. Both drugs are available over the counter without a prescription. Apply as a course, following the instructions.
Keep a travel souvenir in sight
… or any object that reminds of pleasant events. This is a very neat trick to help you adapt after your vacation. When you look at such objects, the mood improves as you remember the pleasant moments.
Avoid negative people
Social support is a very important factor, so stop communicating with people who are apathetic, lethargic, and, conversely, spend more time with positive and cheerful people. It is also very important to stop the negative streams that your friends or colleagues may pour out on you in time. It becomes easier for them, and you sink deeper into the abyss of bad mood.
Meditate
Or just set aside some time in the evening to put away all your gadgets and lie in complete silence. Try to breathe as deeply and slowly as possible, relax all muscles and practice this regularly.
Hobby
Surely before you had a hobby that you abandoned. It's time to remember him. If not, find it urgently! This can be photography or handicrafts, documentaries or stamp collecting. The bottom line is that you wanted to do it even when you didn't want to do anything.
Walk more
Psychologists advise not just walking, but walking during the day. But this is not always possible. Therefore, just try to go outside every day at least for a short time in the evening. This is beneficial for both physical and mental health.
