Depression/Suicide survivor support group

[franzrebs]

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I will recommend Yoga. It’s the best remedy for the stress and anxiety.So let me tell you that if you want to overcome on your depression then just do Yoga. Its a best exercise for mental stress and depression.

I've been meaning to try this for a while na. Can you recommend a good place for yoga here in Cebu?

[madz_makatigbas]

Maka depress ang stress labi na di ka ganahan sa imong work labi na single pud ka wala kay karamay, hehehe.
Aside sa Yoga, unsa pud inyo remedy para sa mga depressed?
Ako ra ginabuhat kay mag inusara laag sa mall and cge ra kaon (ilhan jud na depress).

[Stargirl]

Thanks StarGirl for the inspiring piece...

More than happy to share that great find.

Maka depress ang stress labi na di ka ganahan sa imong work labi na single pud ka wala kay karamay, hehehe.
Aside sa Yoga, unsa pud inyo remedy para sa mga depressed?
Ako ra ginabuhat kay mag inusara laag sa mall and cge ra kaon (ilhan jud na depress).

Hi there. Remedies for depression? Well, it really depends. If the depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, then perhaps medication or nutritional adjustments will help you. If it's more of a result of emotional trauma or stress, finding a positive or constructive outlet for the emotions or stress could help. Examples of these outlets are: exercise, talking, art, writing, meditation, etc.

You say nga mag-inusara ka; that's doing you more harm than good. When you're depressed, it's best not to isolate yourself. And kanang sige ka ug eat, emotional eating ang tawag ana. Instead of dealing with your emotions, imo nalang i-kaon. But that's not helping you either.

[franzrebs]

Hi there. Remedies for depression? Well, it really depends. If the depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, then perhaps medication or nutritional adjustments will help you.

But to get prescription meds, one would have to regularly see a psychiatrist. My question is about how much would that cost? (consultation + medication) i feel like i need to see a shrink because i've been depressed for too long. i cut myself, refrain from eating and fail to accomplish obligations because of this (also, admittedly, persistent suicidal thoughts). i'm probably bipolar, because i alternate between phases (when i'm not depressed, i'm way too impulsive and reckless ergo a manic high). my parents refuse to support me when i told them of my intention to seek professional help. i'm still in college so i'm unsure if i would be able to afford medication.

[Stargirl]

But to get prescription meds, one would have to regularly see a psychiatrist. My question is about how much would that cost? (consultation + medication) i feel like i need to see a shrink because i've been depressed for too long. i cut myself, refrain from eating and fail to accomplish obligations because of this (also, admittedly, persistent suicidal thoughts). i'm probably bipolar, because i alternate between phases (when i'm not depressed, i'm way too impulsive and reckless ergo a manic high). my parents refuse to support me when i told them of my intention to seek professional help. i'm still in college so i'm unsure if i would be able to afford medication.

Yep, you're right: to get meds, you have to consult a psychiatrist. I'm not too sure about the fees, though, because I'm guessing it would be different from one doctor to another. The meds are pretty pricey if you don't have a pharmacy discount card. I was prescribed Lamictal for Bipolar II, and for a month's supply (I've forgotten the dosage... prolly 5mg) the cost amounted to approximately Php2,000. XD

[franzrebs]

Thanks. maybe once i get a decent job i'll start looking for a psychiatrist.

it's really sad that the mental health field is not really developed in this country. most people here would tell a depressed person to simply "not think about it".

[rhame]

Back in high school I did have some depressive thoughts. Cheerful kunuhay ko sa school but when I'm alone naa jud mga self destructive thoughts nga mo sulod but maygani wala jud koy gipang try plus nahulog pa jud ko sa manga and I felt how scary that was.

Pag college around second year kay didto jud ni grabe kay feel nako dili nako madala ang pressure sa school and love life (coz didn't know know if I want to break up or not) but the best part siguro ato kay I had a bestfriend (since high school) who always talked to me and listened. Mas better nga naay non judgemental person nga mu listen nimo. Avoid ang advice kay if dili ka professional niya mu hatag ka ug advice wa ka kahibaw negative diay effect ato.

And even if its cliche... even if feel nimo dili mu close or feel nimo wala Siya (God, duh!) mu exist, pray lang jud. Therapeutic man na siya.

By the way, I still do get those self destructive thoughts once in a while but I look back and think about how I've managed to survive 22 years of my life and the problems that have come and gone. Dili jud suicide ang tubag ana nila. Ice Cream ug chocolate plus a person who will listen to you unconditionally.

[rhame]

Naay pud ko pagka introverted nga person so I try not to be in my own company when those destructive thoughts start.

[cain]

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[dwardwarbinx]

I recommend exercise. It's a great mood-lifter. If you're feeling down, go to the gym or find a spot where you can walk or jog. Maka-kapuy siya and when you get home, mas better imo sleep.

Mental health is not really developed here, unfortunately, and di gani apil sa insurance.