Module Summary

• Combining the help of a health professional with healthy coping mechanisms can be a great way for a person experiencing depression to begin their journey to feeling happier and healthier. 
• Talking to a supportive friend or family member can be critical in keeping one from spiraling down a rabbit hole of negative thinking patterns. 
• Taking care of your happiness is crucial to managing your depression. You can take care of your happiness in many ways, including participating in hobbies that bring you joy, surrounding yourself with loved ones who leave you feeling happy and taking care of your mental and physical health. 
• Physical movement has many benefits to our brains and bodies. Without an active lifestyle, our mental health will begin or continue to suffer. 
• Your nutrition has a direct impact on your mood. Taking care to eat well can be crucial in alleviating depressive symptoms. 
• Negative thinking patterns play a key role in depression. Looking at one’s thoughts and how they are impacting their ability to enjoy life can help them begin to feel happier and healthier. 

In the next module… 

In our final module, we will be covering what one can expect when they talk to their doctor. Taking the step to talk to your doctor is a crucial step toward feeling happier and healthier.  In the next module, we will talk about the steps your doctor may take to determine your diagnosis and the possible treatment options your doctor may present to you.