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The discussion revolves around feelings of depression experienced by a participant, who expresses a sense of futility without a clear cause. Participants share various strategies and personal experiences related to coping with depression, exploring both psychological and physiological factors.

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  • One participant suggests engaging in activities that bring joy, such as walking or visiting friends, and emphasizes the importance of talking to someone trusted about feelings.
  • Another participant notes that seasonal changes might contribute to feelings of depression and recommends volunteering as a way to help others and oneself.
  • A different viewpoint highlights the potential benefits of exercise and maintaining an active lifestyle to combat depressive feelings.
  • Concerns are raised about seeking medical help, with one participant cautioning against quick prescriptions and advocating for dietary changes as an alternative approach to managing depression.
  • One participant shares a personal experience where allergies were linked to their depressive episodes, suggesting that physiological factors can play a significant role in mental health.
  • Another participant expresses appreciation for the original poster, reinforcing the idea that feelings of futility do not reflect one's true impact on others.

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Participants present a variety of coping strategies and personal experiences, with no clear consensus on the best approach to managing depression. Some emphasize lifestyle changes, while others caution against medical interventions, indicating a range of perspectives on the issue.

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Participants mention various factors that may contribute to depression, including diet, sleep, and psychological states, but the discussion does not resolve the complexities of these interrelations.

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Individuals experiencing feelings of depression, those seeking coping strategies, and anyone interested in the interplay between mental health and lifestyle factors may find this discussion relevant.

  • #31
A quick update; and I have a witness. :biggrin:

The week before last, I realized that the pre-allergy depression was hitting, so I started on my Allegra. But I could tell that it wasn't really working and already it was time for full strength Benedryl - this is about a month early. Immediately after starting the Benedryl I began to feel better. This was based entirely on my state of mind with no other symptoms. Two days later it was announced on the local news that allergies are hitting early and hard, and that people with allergies need to start their medications. Within the week I could feel the typical allergy eye irritation starting if I missed a dose of Benedryl.
 
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I am jealous, Ivan! Benadryl knocks me out so quick that If I took it, I'd be out in 30 minutes or so, and I'd be REALLY hard to wake up. I can't live that way. My wife is seemingly very resistant to the narcotic effects of Benadryl and can drink a cup of coffee and go to bed and sleep soundly. I'm not wired that way.
 
  • #33
Ivan Seeking said:
. . . it was announced on the local news that allergies are hitting early and hard, and that people with allergies need to start their medications. . . .
Must be global warming. :biggrin:
 
  • #34
turbo-1 said:
I am jealous, Ivan! Benadryl knocks me out so quick that If I took it, I'd be out in 30 minutes or so, and I'd be REALLY hard to wake up. I can't live that way. My wife is seemingly very resistant to the narcotic effects of Benadryl and can drink a cup of coffee and go to bed and sleep soundly. I'm not wired that way.

The first year that I started taking it I spent about a week asleep. Since then it has improved every year. Sometime I can adjust by starting with a quarter dose the first week, then half, etc, if I start early enough. But now - about the tenth year I think - I tolerate it pretty well either way. Even going full dose immediately this year has only slowed me down a bit - a few days of runnning about half speed and a little extra sleep, then I'm okay.
 

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