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Depression Recovery Directory
Recovery from depression is a different journey for every person. For some, recovering from depression takes a long time and a lot of work. Medications and support groups are great tools to help you along your recovery path. Your doctor can help you determine the best resources for you including diet changes, exercise, support, alternative therapies, and medications. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how to recover from depression, what to expect, and much more.
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Daily Activity Planner for Depression Recovery
This daily activity planner may be useful in depression recovery.
Alternative Treatments for Depression
Complementary and alternative approaches to depression include massage, acupuncture, yoga, and listening to music. Learn more from WebMD about the power of these practices to lift one's mood.
Exercise and Depression
Regular exercise is an excellent way to boost your mood and get in shape. Learn more from WebMD about the benefits of daily exercise on depression and how to get started.
Overview: Treatment Choices for Depression
You can treat depression with medication, therapy, exercise, or medical treatments -- or a mix of them. Here’s a closer look at your options.
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Depression and Personalized Treatment
Symptoms of depression can be similar for different patients, but successful treatment is often a unique path for each individual.
Anti depressants and Weight Gain
An expert tells you what’s good to know about weight loss and anti depressants.
Cancer and Depression
What you may feel about your condition, how to talk about it, and when to get help.
Job Loss and Depression
Learn how to look for warning signs of depression after a job loss.
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Tips for Living Well With Depression
The right exercise, diet, and activities -- even playing with a pet -- can help you recover from depression. Watch this slideshow to see simple things you can do to improve your mood.
A Closer Look at Depression
What is depression? WebMD provides information on symptoms, tests, and treatments for many types of the disorder.
27 Ways Pets Can Improve Your Health
WebMD illustrates how pets can improve your health. From lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol to fighting depression and even providing benefits for children with ADHD, pets allow their owners to remain independent yet still retain a healthy lifestyle.
The Truth About Antidepressants
Antidepressants can boost your mood and make everyday life easier. Here’s what you need to know.