i think my depression is just normal. my MS depresses me, and can also cause depression. my early binge/purge dysmorphic attitude towards my life, cutting, like that, were all mixed together. thank goodness i got older & stopped doing things like that. no more illegal drugs, coming down was extremely depressing.
any antidepressants i was ever given all made my MS symptoms worse, so stopped them all, slowly weaned myself off.
best cure for depression? coffee, walking or scooting (as i can't really walk safely outside anymore) in fresh air, reading or rereading a book you love, watching a movie or tv show you love, dancing if you can, get your blood going... just moving around might help. don't forget the coffee. a legal drug. with milk, you can taste the coffee better with some milk. best of luck & a happy, healthy new year, oh, ice cream. eat some ice cream, your favorite flavor.
How your lifestyle interventions such as those on Mayo's website recommended are doing?:
Lifestyle and home remedies
To help relieve the signs and symptoms of MS, try to:
Get plenty of rest. Look at your sleep habits to make sure you're getting the best possible sleep. To make sure you're getting enough sleep, you may need to be evaluated — and possibly treated — for sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea.
Exercise. If you have mild to moderate MS, regular exercise can help improve your strength, muscle tone, balance and coordination. Swimming or other water exercises are good options if you have intolerance to heat. Other types of mild to moderate exercise recommended for people with MS include walking, stretching, low-impact aerobics, stationary bicycling, yoga and tai chi.
Cool down. MS symptoms may worsen when the body temperature rises in some people with MS. Avoiding exposure to heat and using devices such as cooling scarves or vests can be helpful.
Eat a balanced diet. Since there is little evidence to support a particular diet, experts recommend a generally healthy diet. Some research suggests that vitamin D may have potential benefit for people with MS.
Relieve stress. Stress may trigger or worsen your signs and symptoms. Yoga, tai chi, massage, meditation or deep breathing may help.
I say this cuz I am a firm believer and 'practicer' as I do all what I still can to my Optimal benefit. It's one thing that have essentially No Side Effects. Good luck!
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