Previously published in Examiner
If you are a Montrealer who is trying to recover from depression, you know all too well how hard it can be. Depression is not something that can just be willed away. Staying alone and isolating yourself only makes the depression worse. Reaching out for support is important, whether it be to family or friends; or if you have severe depression, you must seek therapy to help you through these trying times.
Here are some centers in Montreal for the treatment of depression
The Montreal Center for Anxiety and Depression
Montreal Clinic for Therapy Services
Interested individuals can seek hospital services and outpatient clinics around the city
Tips to help you through your depression and onto a better life.
Relaxation
Relaxation is important to help recover from a depression. Stress and anxiety often go hand in hand with depression. Let’s face it, we all have stress in our lives but sometimes this stress can be overwhelming.
Taking relaxation classes and getting away from the hustle and bustle of the world
It is very important to get your mind to calm down and to relax. There are several ways to do that. You can take a yoga, or a tai chi class. You can take a meditation class. going away to a ashram, retreat or country cottage to get away from the hustle and bustle of the world can help if you have the means to do it. If not, finding a quiet spot in your own home can help tremendously.
Reading and reaching out to a good friend
You can read a good book, or you can write your thoughts down on paper. You can talk to a friend who has a calming affect on your life.
to be continued
Sources
WEBMD