Quote Originally Posted by lolzzz_321 View Post
I was diagnosed w/ situational depression (idk if this is even real depression). I talked to a professional for a couple months. When we first met, he recommended I get some blood work done. Turns out my Vitamin D was way low (Jack Sawyer FTW). He wanted me to get on some antidepressants but I didn't want to.

For me, it was all about finding life direction. I do alot better with structure, but a few days off doesn't hurt me (I don't have to be doing something all the time). If I go weeks or months with out some type of challenge/structure, then I start to get anxious and depressed.

I didn't think the therapy was habit forming, but I think I'm kinda wired to figure out things myself. I couldn't figure out the depression thing myself, so I'm glad I talked to a professional.
I never went and talked to anyone, but this sounds a lot like myself. I've noticed that when I have obligations (school or work) I am far less likely to be depressed. Also, when I eat regularly and eat well (not like a health nut, but less pizza/cheeseburgers, and more home cooked meals with a variety of vegetables) I feel much better. Furthermore, alcohol can really trigger some nasty depression for me I've found. It's not a sure thing, and it's honestly really hard to be in your 20's and not drink occasionally. But with a decent schedule, eating well, and cutting back on drinking (especially binge drinking) I am an all around happier person.

I don't mean to claim that depression is simply a product of not eating your veggies-- I only am saying that for a lot of people, some adjustments to their life habits may show some really big results in regards to their depression.