Dealing with Depression
Avoid being alone. Go to a movie, invite a friend to dinner, or join in other activities.
Exercise! Swimming, walking, biking, and similar kinds of exercise can have powerful mood-lifting effects.
Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.Ê
Avoid alcohol and reduce consumption of caffeine.
Rest, but no more than 10 hours of sleep per night.
Read a self-help book.ÊStudies show they can can be helpful.
Submitted by Chris Hess who teaches PE at Willow Springs Elementary in Killeen, TX. Chris is the Mangaging Editor of PE Central's Wellness Tips of the Week. This weeks wellness tip was taken from the The MediZine Guidebook. Thanks for contributing to PE Central!