if you are depressed, where do you turn to?

@tombiz (2036)
Philippines
July 11, 2007 10:21pm CST
If I am depressed, here in the Philippines, I usually turn to a trusted and close friend for some advice and some cheering up. In my country, psychiatrist or psychologist are not that popular for some counseling sessions. Friends here are great source of strength and support. If you are depressed, where do you turn to for help?
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@besthope44 (12123)
• India
20 Oct 10
i feel i get refreshed after having my chocolates. And best remedy is Meditation, try breathing exercise, it will help you balance and handle depression.
@Paper_Doll (2373)
• Philippines
18 Oct 10
Hi, If I am depressed, I just visit my favorite site wherein I could find the most reliable answers and where I could read the Bible too. Since my parents and I do not share the same religious belief, and most of my friends also, I just turn to this website to find answers to my own problems and I was never disappointed. But just recently, I met someone who share the same belief like mine. I believe that there is a reason why this person was sent to me. Maybe this person could be that one person I always dream of having of. Someone where I could trust and could lean on.
• Malaysia
12 Jul 07
If I am depressed I will turn to my friends. My friends always give me support and make me clear up my mind. Having supportive friends make me feel not alone in this world. I love all my friends.
• Indonesia
12 Jul 07
if i'm in depressed condition i usually go to quite place and take down myself like go to mountain or beach where my mind can relax and my body can rest..
@bluishrose (2289)
• Philippines
12 Jul 07
Yea your right psychiatrist or psychologist are not popular here in philippines because for me its expensive unlike in other countries. I usually turn to my sister or mom or if nobody is around i just dwell at home splurge some food, will stay there for long until i have no more money and then realize i need to get back on my feet again lolz!
@besthope44 (12123)
• India
17 Oct 10
Most time, its my work..with ontime deliveries and work loads. I try to divert mind on music and i feel better.
@stephcjh (38473)
• United States
12 Jul 07
I definitely know how it feels to be depressed. I feel that way alot. I really don't have anyone to turn to other than my husband for support. He really doesn't understand my depression though. I usually turn all of my depression and my needs over to the lord and I pray for him to help me with my problems.
@snoopy04 (718)
• United States
12 Jul 07
I normally turn to my best friend because she is a very good listener and will let me tell her problems or the reason why I am feeling so depressed. She is also very good at cheering me up and is always ready to lend her shoulder to cry on when I need it. I also know that what we discuss stays between us and she wont blab to some of our other mutual friends. I trust her and can tell her my problems without being judged. She is a true friend.