Seek help from a licensed mental health professional
Tell a trusted person how you are feeling
Call emergency services if you may harm yourself or others
Contact a crisis hotline if you are in immediate distress
Take prescribed medication exactly as directed
Attend therapy regularly
Keep a consistent sleep schedule
Eat regular, balanced meals
Exercise regularly
Spend time outdoors and get daylight
Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs
Reduce isolation and stay connected with supportive people
Break tasks into small steps
Set simple daily goals
Practice relaxation or mindfulness
Track symptoms and triggers
Follow up with a doctor to check for medical causes
Do not stop treatment suddenly without medical advice