What to Do About Depression

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At first, you may find depression hard to notice in yourself or someone else. Learn what you can do if you are experiencing depression.

What can I do about depression?

There are many ways to manage depression. Counselling and therapy, medication, self-help resources, or a combination of these methods, are examples. Changes to your lifestyle, like getting more exercise and a healthy diet, are also other ways to manage depression.

Health care professionals (e.g., family doctor, nurse) can help you to find the right type of support. If a friend or loved one is depressed, have an open conversation. Learn about depression and how to assist them to find treatment and support.

If you or someone you know may be experiencing depression:

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310 Mental Health Support

Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of British Columbia

Provides a toll-free number connecting callers to a BC crisis line. Offers emotional support, information on appropriate referral options, and a wide range of support relating to mental health concerns.

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Foundry Centres

Foundry

Offers free health and wellness services for young people ages 12 to 24 and their families/caregivers, providing access to mental health care, substance use supports, physical and sexual health care, peer support, and work, education and community services. Services are provided together in a single place to make it easier for young people to find the care, connection and support they need.

Centres provide safe, non-judgmental care, information and resources in a youth-friendly space. Foundry meets young people where they're at, empowering them to guide their own journeys towards living good lives.

If you do not have a Foundry centre in your community, click here to learn more about virtual services.

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