217219 177 Careers & Education College Life General College Life true Tue, 15 Jan 2008 08:25:26 -0800 DIY, Instructional, tutorial, Do It Yourself, Tips, Essential Skills, Learn to, education, college, university, student, students, teen, teenager, depression, depressed, feel, feeling, feelings, deal, dealing, handle, handling, mental, health How To Deal With Depression in College http://www.howcast.com/videos/217219-How-To-Deal-With-Depression-in-College http://www.howcast.com/videos/217219-How-To-Deal-With-Depression-in-College/edit approved 1 Kyle_du_Ford http://img.howcast.com/images/icons/howto-xxlarge.png 708 82429 1 0 Warning These tips are intended to help cope with the blues, or mild depression—not serious or clinical depression. Consult with the appropriate medical personnel to discuss what treatment will be most effective for you.

]]> 82430 2 0 Step Run through a checklist of symptoms Run through a checklist of symptoms to determine if you’re suffering through a stretch of “the blues” or struggling with true depression.

]]> 82431 3 0 Tip Ask yourself: Am I persistently sad, anxious, or empty? Am I sleeping or eating too much or too little? Have I had suicidal thoughts? Is it hard to concentrate or make decisions? Am I merely homesick or do I truly feel empty?

]]> 82432 4 0 Step Talk with a counselor If you have suffered from three or more of these symptoms for at least two weeks, you should share your feelings with a counselor.

]]> 82433 5 0 Step Start thinking positively Start thinking positively. Negative views of yourself and others are part of the depression. By thinking positive, those thoughts start to fade.

]]> 82434 6 0 Step Set realistic goals Set realistic goals—don’t try to do too much. Break large projects into smaller ones. Completing them will boost your confidence and put you in a good mood.

]]> 82435 7 0 Step Surround yourself with others Surround yourself with others, especially people you trust, confide in, and engage with—not those who make you feel unwelcome or judge you for any reason.

]]> 82436 8 0 Step Find a group on campus Find a group on campus that participates in activities that you enjoy, such as theater, sports, or putting out the newspaper.

]]> 82437 9 0 Step Begin going to the gym Begin going to the gym for a workout, yoga session, or swim. Remember, you’ll need to start slow and easy—and that’s ok. Research shows even 10 or 15 minutes of exercise can help improve your mood.

]]> 82438 10 0 Step Visit home Visit home on long weekends or breaks. Call your old friends in advance and arrange to meet up.

]]> 82439 11 0 Step Put off making important decisions Put off making important decisions about your career, love life, studies, and such until after your depression has lifted and you can think objectively.

]]> 82440 12 0 Step Be patient Know that it will take time to feel better and let your family and friends help you.

]]> 82441 13 0 Step Tell your parents Tell your parents. Yes, they do want to help. If you feel unable to tell them, tell a trusted older adult, such as a friend’s parent, professor, or counselor.

]]> 82442 14 0 Step Seek professional help If your symptoms persist for more than two weeks, seek professional help.

]]> 82443 15 0 Fact A 1999 study proved that regular exercise is as effective as anti-depressant medication in lifting depression.

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