Top Ten ways to avoid depression

Depression appears to affect more women than men. Research has proven that women need a connection with others in their lives (this is not to say that men don’t). They need that sustenance and if they don't have it, they tend to get depressed.

1. Cultivate supportive relationships
2. Share what you’re going through with the people you love and trust
3. Take care of yourself
4. Get regular exercise
5. Challenge negative thinking
6. Know when to get additional help
7. Raise your emotional intelligence
8. Do voluntary work that fulfils you
9. Spend time enjoying nature
10. Remember this too shall pass

For more hints and tips on avoiding depression visit www.helpguide.org