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16 Ways to Deal with Depression in College

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Sep 26, 2016

Neumann University

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16 Ways to Deal with Depression in College

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First I'd like to start off by saying that I am not an expert on depression. I have not been officially diagnosed with depression, but I do struggle with it from time to time. College is a new experience and with new experiences come new emotions.

Here are ways that I have dealt with my depression while being away from home.

1. Breathe

2. Talk to friends or family about how your feeling

3. Go to the gym

4. Listen to happy/upbeat music. There have been studies that prove that upbeat music helps improve moods.

5. Watch your favorite movie/tv show

6. Read your favorite book

7. Indulge in sweets, salty snacks, or both

8. Write down your feelings. Sometimes this can help release them or get rid of them.

9. Drink water.

10. Seek help at a counseling center or talk to your RA

11. Watch a Disney movie. Disney can heal wounds. At least I think it can.

12. Indulge in a small shopping spree. Consider it a "happy day surprise" Be sure to budget or ask a friend to make sure you don't spend all your money.

13. Try cleaning. A clean space can affect a person's mood.

14. Let out your emotions. It's okay to cry or voice how your feeling. You can feel.

15. Take a nap, go to bed early, or both. Sleep helps improve my mood when I'm feeling down.

16. Dance. Here at Neumann I've found solace in Boogie Knights. Having a weekly activity that I can count on helps me deal with my depression. NUBK helps me let out my emotions in a healthy way and challenges me to try new dance moves. (I'm talking about those calypsos)

I hope these ways help. If they don't try figuring out your own ways. Also remember that it's okay to feel what your feeling. Don't let anyone tell you differently.

"You're right where you're supposed to be." and "Its good to have a good cry every once and awhile." - Nancy Langr aka my mom

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