The main focus of this video covered the idea that “experience changes the brain.” The first experience discussed was exercise. Steve Ilardi emphasized how exercise has a profound impact on depression symptoms. He stated that thirty minutes of walking three days a week fights depression and is just as effective as medication. He stated that exercise improves memory, mental clarity, and even has the power to keep our brains young. This motivated me to continue implementing exercise into my life. The second topic discussed how sunlight has an effect on the brain. When deprived of sunlight, mainly in winter, this causes brain disorders and can even decrease serotonin. The third topic focused on how the foods we eat affect the brain. Sugar, specifically, triggers hormones that disrupt normal chemical signaling throughout the brain. Personally, this made me rethink my sweet tooth. Lastly, the topic of rumination, which is the habit of repeatedly dwelling on negative thoughts, is said to have a major impact on the brain. I had never heard of rumination before, so this was a new to me. Steve stated that when hearing of a chemical imbalance, most would presume that the answer is medicine, but research is challenging this belief. He states that the most effective way of balancing neurochemistry is to simply balance our lives with the principles stated previously. Now that I’m aware that experience really does change the brain, I want to do whatever it takes to protect my brain and keep it healthy.

@sleepsmartsmashstress8705

2 жыл бұрын

experience changes the brain.

@gabbarsingh6562

Жыл бұрын

Thanks @MELANIE MONTGOMERY for the short summary.

Better and more practical than any sermon I've heard in church

Cycling and swimming has totally changed my life

@thedandelionranger

3 жыл бұрын

keep it up!

I swear on my life, just when he was talking about sugar and chocolate, I was about to head out to get some chocolate cookies.

@carlaherrera681

5 жыл бұрын

FA S lmfaooo

"Sitting is the smoking of our generation." Crazy.

@JeremiahAlphonsus

4 жыл бұрын

See the book Designed to Move by NASA scientist Dr. Joan Vernikos.

@Punlio

4 жыл бұрын

Nice to know I'm self destructive over multiple generations

Probably the best talk about brain plasticity induced by simple life changes. Brilliant, compelling, to be watched by everyone, in particular parents! Thanks

This is sanity. It's awesome.

I got a job as a car park attendant, best job-choice ever. I walk all day.

@trendyniro

6 жыл бұрын

robzrob good to you man

@95awesomenes

4 жыл бұрын

robzrob it has been 5 years man, what’s your job now?

The Depression Cure by Steve Ilardi is a wonderful eye opening work on depression. This passionate researcher and Clinical Neuroscientist gives new insight to mental health problems and offers great hope for afflicted patients. His phrase "Sitting is the Smoking of our Generation" Throws light on exercise and how it performs better than antidepreseants Caroline Goldsmith

reducing my sugar intake has greatly improved my overall mood.

@solarnaut

8 жыл бұрын

+shnawdude03....My better self wants to say "thanks" to you for this comment, ;but my "inner sugar addict" wants to hate on you for speaking this simple truth.

@ijustintime4u2bui46

7 жыл бұрын

I second that^

@JB5D

4 жыл бұрын

I feel much better eating sugar, as I can't exercise without it. Every cell in the human body runs on glucose. Bananas (full of sugar) even contain mood enhancing chemicals. Most anti-sugar folks I meet, seem to think rotting flesh of dead animal body parts, lactation (and the hormones that come with) are in some way healthy....strange world. The civilizations with less depression seem to live on corn, rice, beans, squash, yams, sugarcane in tea. Even if they consume flesh and lactation, the volumes are usually very small (china study)

@darrenwalshe8513

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely n buteyko breathing folks xx

@JoCo480

4 жыл бұрын

@@JB5D I consume animal flesh because I enjoy it and that improves my brain function that and the b vitamins on top of the fats that come with it.

Ilardi and his book the depression cure are legendary

His book the Depression Cure is fantastic!! If you are suffering, I highly, highly recommend it! This talk was just the tip of the iceberg!!!

@wenbozhao6145

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@juliebridge7590

Жыл бұрын

@@wenbozhao6145 You're welcome!!

Aaaaahhhhhhhhh! No kidding, JUST BY LISTNENING to him makes me feel HOPE in my veins. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!!!!!

what a calming voice!

What I got out of this, is that by balancing our lives we are better able to balance our neurochemistry. Simple things such as exercise and sunlight have profound effects on our minds and bodies. The video went so far as to say that sitting is to our brain as smoking is to our lungs. It was mentioned that when a study was done comparing the effects of exercise vs Zoloft on depression showed that just walking for 30 minutes a day three times a week was just as, if not more, effective. One of every five Americans are currently taking a psychiatric drug, yet the rate of depression hasn’t decreased. This raises the main point that the video is trying to make, exercise and healthy living are the equivalent of medicine so why aren’t we creating a better life, helping ourselves, and avoiding the harmful side effects that come from medication. A healthy life equals a healthy mind.

Telling a depressed person to "just exercise" is like telling them to "just don't think like that" or "just shrug it off". The whole problem is that you don't want to do anything at all, much less exercise, eat good and go out with friends, who also don't want to be with you because you're a downer. Why do I see this "advice" everywhere, yet no one addresses the second part of the problem?

Ilardi is on point. Also zinc and magnesium deficiency can also lead to depression. So if you are prone to or have depression, making sure you're getting enough of those two nutrients can help a lot.

@balalathabalu6702

7 жыл бұрын

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@m7md_m7md

4 жыл бұрын

Vitamin D as well.

@franciscolopez5929

4 жыл бұрын

It is always known that any deficiency or excess imbalance.

@lynninfinite

3 жыл бұрын

Francisco López - no it’s not. Nutrition isn’t taught in high school like that. It’s not common knowledge to know about zinc and magnesium.

@SubAtomicFabric

2 жыл бұрын

Just don't go down the supplement rabbit-hole like I did. "Taking this with this will need this for absorption. I can't take this with that. Now I need another supplement to help regulate this physiological process,then another to make sure it doesn't over regulate and one to make sure it doesn't under regulate." Also, don't go to a supplement companies website and read what each product is thought to do in the body. "Oh, I need that, and that, and that, that sounds good!" Go broke real fast

Loved this TED talk. He has done the research to back up his claims and has the ability to communicate so incredibly well.

his talks always makes me think in different ways and discover some ideas !

This is the kind of talk or info that you could give about anything and be right enough to argue about it. Living around good weather can make you more optimistic and less depressed. Eating good food is beneficial. Enjoying your life is a good thing. Having friends is usually better than not having friends. Wow. You should try to get some variety in your surroundings now & then because it's good for you. Try to see the glass as half full. Listen to your doctor more. Be grateful for the little things. Get out of the city now & then and see how the other half live - it can do you good, give you perspective. Skip a meal once in awhile - it can improve your health. Yaaawwwnnn. Get a good night's sleep as often as possible. We need more TED talks to remind us of common sense. Being on time will improve your reputation, which will improve your overall mood. Give compliments to your loved ones - and yourself: it will help you feel better. Be good. Be nice. Be happy for what you have cuz it will make a difference in how you feel. Be a professional motivational speaker to help other people realize their potential. Donate to charity. Exercise for all-around good health. Oh wait...I stole this guy's rare wisdom...need to think of something original. Ask your Boss for a raise - you may get it. And it will help your confidence. Be courteous to other people. Anything I missed?

best tedx talk i have watched so far

@ultimatewarrior5801

7 жыл бұрын

fair enough why do you look like you have a corn cob shoved up your keister?

@corriedotdev

7 жыл бұрын

im dead paha

no job, no money, no where to go, no one to see, nothing to do.

@manictiger

7 жыл бұрын

Sell the car, get a bicycle and just ride because you can.

@harrymcnamara1283

6 жыл бұрын

You have access to the internet. Look for jobs online, go outside for a 30 minute walk or go to a park, go online to forums to meet people or go to community centres, you'll meet people and then you'll have something to do. You can't just be lazy and say stuff like that. Got no money? Get a job. Nowhere to go? I doubt it. Even if it's by yourself, you don't like in a desert, I presume. No one to see? Meet people. Simple.

He describes quarantine life with " modern america" description. good information in this talk!

Excellent insights particularly about the powerful effects of exercise and why we should stay off of sugar.

@innerg_92

4 жыл бұрын

No NOT exercise, but activity. living actively.

What I learned from the video after watching the speech about brain chemistry was that everything thing we do changes the brain. Like he said in the video “experience changes the brain.” I feel like the world we live in today is promoting how effective exercise can be and how beneficial it can be for the brain. Like it was said in the video just exercising 3 times a week for as little as 30 minutes a day can reduce depression, it can help relieve stress, anxiety, and it has so many other crazy benefits to mention. In my generation, I feel as if people sit at home, online, or watching tv, not doing anything, but eating fast food, and wondering why they feel sick, or feel depressed. They think that just taking medicine will fix it easily, but that’s not always the case. Exercising is the best medicine anyone can take for most illnesses and it’s proven.

Very good talk, great speaker! Well put!

Ok, this guy is a genius!

amazing information thank you!!!for sharing!

The reason is that pharmaceutical companies make people believe medicine is the answer to everything in our life.

I watched the thing up in the screen at 0:52 and my head was like "Muse???".

@paullemus3630

8 жыл бұрын

It's a map of the connectome, which was the album cover of Muse.

So good and so on point!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you so much for the valuable information. It encourages me to keep exercising and trying hard to eat healthy and socialize 🌻

Excellent. easy to follow, simple enough for everyone to understand. Well done. This has discouraged me from going to ask for anti-depressants tomorrow!

@juliebridge7590

2 жыл бұрын

Get his book The Depression Cure. It has helped me immensely, can't thank him enough!!

loved this information thankyou

Most people who ruminate are most depressed when alone and many people who commit suicide, do it because they have no one. This is common sense. You need to provide a solution for people who have no loved ones and probably never will.

Very interesting TEDx talk.

I love this talk

great presentation.

the irony: people sitting down to watch the video and the audience is also sitting down in said tedtalk

Well done

eye opener

Very true. Thank you...🙏🤗

Dark winters are depressing, true, but they've been around since the dawn of time. Ever seen someone who was surrounded by a loving, laughing family - who was depressed? Our society is more disconnected, and some people feel alone and hopeless. Unfortunately, you can't get love and community support in a bottle, either. 💔

@meinungabundance7696

7 жыл бұрын

Oh, come on - dont idealize. Many families seem to be nice from outside, and are really toxic. Family and relatives do NOT guarantee depression-free life. Oftentimes, these relations are the cause for depression.

@harrymcnamara1283

6 жыл бұрын

There's no real evidence to support that. Just because some families are toxic, doesn't mean they all are. There is evidence that supports that being social can improve your mood. If your family is toxic, meet people and make friends with people who aren't.

@squamish4244

4 жыл бұрын

Our society IS more disconnected, but plenty of people had mental heath issues back in the day. Or were 'normal', so to speak, but not very psychologically sound, given the endless wars and genocides of history. His lifehacks are all god, but if humans want to be truly happy and content in the deepest sense, we need interventions based on technologies of the brain. (Unless you have 8 hours a day to spend meditating.) Which only modern society can provide.

@toasternfriends3329

4 жыл бұрын

@@harrymcnamara1283 Nothing the person you replied to said anything that was incorrect and he did not claim ALL families are toxic. You wrote a response to yourself based on what you thought you read, not what was actually written.

i was starting to develop an anxiety disorder. walking saved my life

I have two dogs, I walk them three times a day. Still depressed. Even during the sunniest, brightest parts of the year, and I'm exercising 420-700 minutes per week - still depressed, and the worst periods hit me at completely random parts of the year.

@francoisstrength

9 жыл бұрын

Personal trainer, surfer, etc. Still depressed, BUT, not NEARLY as depressed as I was before I got regular sunlight and exercise... Ok I always got regular exercise cause that is just me but in the times I end up not training a lot and/or spending too much time inside, it can get really really bad...

@Muz63XFavMusic

9 жыл бұрын

I think Dr Illardi is talking about 'most' people. For example 'most' adults with diabetes, have type II which is largely caused by lifestyle. A minority of people with diabetes have an inherited problem with insulin production. The rapid increase in depression in western societies indicates that it is likely to be lifestyle-based, not inherited. But, if you are one of the people who have inherited a depression-prone brain chemical balance then meds may be an essential part of treatment for you.

@paulinecole7747

9 жыл бұрын

Hi Frida, there are external behaviours of the body such as exercise and there are internal behaviours in the brain/mind (our thoughts, automatic memories etc). If things are stuck for you it might be worth monitoring the automatic internal behaviours in your mind. These may not be stoppable but even short bursts of more adaptive internal cognitive behaviours can be learnt. The book Hardwiring Happiness might be an interesting resource to check out. Sincerely. P

@francoisstrength

9 жыл бұрын

Yea, well, I've been through the whole 'train your mind' shtick for years now, started at 7 years old with meditation, later did lots and lots of prayer, etc etc etc... I've been monitoring everything, I've been trying to influence it through positive feedback and all kinds of things... Oh, and I've done the whole psychiatric thing as well, and I've been on every class of psychiatric, as well as combinations of psychiatrics... They only made things worse. My brain is volatile and my emotions go up and down up and down round and round... Sometimes, the answer lies in the fact that your life situation sucks, your parents sucked at parenting, things went funky during that 9 month period, you've got funky genetics, or what the funk ever, but in the end you just have to deal with it.

@Thetonemaster1

9 жыл бұрын

Even test your hormones? there's a cure right there.

one of the best ted talks ever

Exercising will never be a blockbuster and it is no wonder people don't it. The act of exercising can sometimes incite feelings like shame, physical pain and anxiety, which counter balance the benefits, at least on most people.

This comment is for a school assignment. What I got out of this video was how our minds can be changed without anyone realizing it. The human mind is so easily malleable and prone to change and restructuring that it can be affected by almost everything people go through on a daily basis, whether the results be good or bad. Another thing I got out of this video is how walking my dog so much every day is a good thing for both of us, since exercise can benefit mental health and depressive symptoms on the same level as prescription medication. Not that I have depression, but it is nice to know the benefits. Modern life is very convenient, but convenience does not always mean easy. The present day can be very hectic and stressful with all the tasks people are told to accomplish and information bombarding viewers from sun-up to sundown, and the brain is not properly suited for these conditions. It is helpful for everyone to know there are simple solutions to these issues.

This has been the best video I've found so far... I really like his talks... I currently have depression, CPTSD and severe anxiety and I'm on no medication. I believe everything he says to be very accurate.

Again, easy to say. But people with depression tend to lose interest in exactly those things. If it was just about putting yourself in a mindset of "I have to work for it" then people would. And "get new friends"? Seriously? A depressed person isn't going to go out to be social with strangers, especially if coupled with introversion or anxiety. It's just the same as saying "get over it." I've known people who were active, creative and musical, but just lost interest it all of it.

He's saying that you have total control over the way you're thinking. More exactly, that depression doesn't need to be cured only with medication. But he never said that this will work with EVERY single person, as a lot of medication doesn't have the same effect on everyone. You can try his way. He's just offering a probable and better alternative. And some pretty damn good advice.

This guy is a doctor of talking just loud enough for you to just hear him, and no louder.

@Cineenvenordquist

8 жыл бұрын

+shamassive Thus guy's audio engineer is AWOL.

Steve Ilardi made some very interesting points about rumination. I really suffer with this and it’s horrible

@britdude74

8 жыл бұрын

+33Crazydude Same here :( It's so annoying when people tell you to "stop ruminating." It's not that easy when a thought is constantly penetrating your mind and you can't focus on anything else!

@britneyb8876

3 жыл бұрын

Hum, recognize the thought and change the narrative divert your brain try to stay postive

7:10 literally describing the year of 2020/ 2021

As a runner I enjoy videos with this sort of message. everyone needs a little physical activity.

What if you have no loved ones to spend time with, and no hope of ever getting loved ones?

@GinnyCarlsonOregon

4 жыл бұрын

there are social groups available to anyone, book clubs, churches, walking groups, where we work, etc choose happy, together we can win

Exercise is king but ....... anxiety can still short out its benefits and then you can get overuse injury so be careful and do nice slow rhythmic movement like swimming or walking in the woods

22 tsp of sugar seems like an undershoot. One regular can of coke already has 15 tsp and what about those who drink Starbuck's specialty drinks? Then you count pastries and other snack throughout the day. Maybe it's 22 tbs (or 66 tsp) ?

Does anyone else's audio go quieter every so often?

This was awesome! Thanks! Have already shared on FB and twitter!

this guy is like the tony stark of mental health lectures

Sitting is terrible for your health that's why I prefer to lie down

@Misscarolyn34

4 жыл бұрын

Lol

Me ha gustado mucho

THANK GOD FOR TEDx. THANK GOD FOR THE INTERNET

@UniversalPotentate

8 жыл бұрын

computer2016 You're welcome.

Llardi gets into the physical cause of depression, but never seems to get into how important Attitude and outlook is. For example, the celebrity that seemingly has everything (money, fame, etc.) yet commits suicide. Why does this happen? One study I read was about nuns in a convent that all ate the same food and lived the almost exact same lifestyle, and after reading their journals, the ones with the more positive attitudes and outlooks lived a much longer life. The cynical and pessimistic nuns died much sooner. So the question is, is there a way to develop a healthy, optimistic and positive outlook & attitude? Personally it is hard for me when I see so much suffering in the world.

@FitOutsideTheBox

8 жыл бұрын

+razorblade42069 Interestingly enough your brilliant point contains the answer. I see soooooo much beauty in the world. It's sort of that glass half full/half empty thing. I've seen so much suffering that I had to look for the good ---there is a lot of good and I honestly feel like it saved me.

@nirajgupta9982

8 жыл бұрын

+razorblade42069 I think that he may have recognized that in the speech and that he just wanted to focus on the physical aspects affecting a person's depression as opposed to the more philosophical aspects. But I'm assuming that you value the more philosophical aspects that fight depression. I too value that much more since it is more effective, as you pointed out in the study you referenced. I would further support LLardi's approach because it is more relevant for a neuroscientist to focus on the physical aspects affecting the brain, (excercise, diet, etc.). as opposed to the philosophical. Good points you made though.

@matthewemanuel5928

8 жыл бұрын

+Niraj Gupta The physical aspects of his talk are what cause the the philosophical ideals you speak of. One should never undermine the neurophysicolgical processes. Understanding how the brain works and what external factors effect it will allow us to understand why humans and other animals behave in certain ways.

@nirajgupta9982

8 жыл бұрын

I see your point. In retrospect, i see that it was bad word choice. I was actually trying to make the distinction between "physical" and "mental" causes of depression. "Physical" as in exercise and exposure to certain climates. And "mental" as in thinking a certain way and gaining philosophical knowledge. But I understand that even cognition is physical... I'm just not sure how to distinguish these 2 major components of physical phenomenon. Could you please let me know how this distinction is made?

@matthewemanuel5928

8 жыл бұрын

+Niraj Gupta From reading your post you seem like reasonable non confrontational person (which is a great quality :)). I believe you have already answered your question when you admitted that even cognition is a physical phenomenon. The reason it is so hard to distinguish between "physical" and "mental" causes of depression is because they are both relative to the brains neurophysiology. I can't distinguish between the two because they are one in the same when it pertains to their origins. To be specific what you call "mental" is a combination of genetic predispositions and the brains expression with the enviorment. The "physical" I would assume to be exercise and changes in diet that promote an increased release of neurotransmitters. The brains neuronetworks are dependent on both of these factors which are apart of the empirical world. This might not have been the best response(I'm at the grocery store and replying on my phone), but from a scientific perspective there is no distinction.

30 minutes of exercise 3 x a week is "every bit as effective" as Zoloft? So it does fuck all then?

@britdude74

8 жыл бұрын

+Amancalled Adam As a former Zoloft-taker, I highly appreciate this comment! I laughed so loud!

5:34 damn, tough crowd

Buy his book. It's transformational.

Nice video

New experiences heals the wounds from the past in our brains....

Need to listen to this on at least 1.25 speed. Otherwise good talk.

@plutoplatters

7 жыл бұрын

slow down. whooooooooooooooooooa... easy does it.

Sunlight for 30 minutes a day if possible. Cardio exercise followed by sauna then cold shower is my go to mood booster. 😎🌈

@toasternfriends3329

4 жыл бұрын

I tried to take a cold shower once and lasted about 5 seconds before I started screaming like a little girl. =(

@roblovegreen

4 жыл бұрын

Toaster N'Friends Start with cool then progress slowly S comfortable. Pretty soon you adapt and you can go right it cold. In fact you look forward to it because you feel so good afterwards. Many benefits of hot and cold therapy. Search “contrast hydrotherapy”. 🤓✌️

@toasternfriends3329

4 жыл бұрын

@@roblovegreen I hear ya, I know that cold showers are good for you, but hot showers have their therapeutic benefits as well. More power to you for being able to do that, I honestly wish I could... maybe I'll try again soon.

@roblovegreen

4 жыл бұрын

Toaster N'Friends Once you start, I promise you that you will wish you started this practice years earlier. Start slow though. No need to shock yourself. I plan on continuing sauna and cold showers for the rest of my life. I feel so amazing after. Blessings ✌️

I have ADD and I'm struggle with it its as if a slave to my own mind but I feel like since I know the parts of my brain that are compromised that their must be way a to fix them without medication and bring a permanent change.

anybody has link to this research?

What if I'm an artist or musician, who has to spend hours alone everyday to practice so that I could find peace, refine my skills and develop a sense of fulfillment? Are all artists doomed to suffer chronic depression and chemical imbalance? Is it actually bad for my brain if I found being alone kinda comforting?

@thealgorithm4429

3 жыл бұрын

Just take a break

@carlin5409

Жыл бұрын

Ur not alone your with ur music!

Life hack? Or change your entire lifestyle... eat better, sleep better, exercise. Do what you've been told forever.

I used to be a Pipe Welder and worked "Exercised" every day, then I became a Welding Inspector and just stand around watching guys weld for the past two years. It is so depressing. I know exercise would help me a lot but I have zero desire to do anything when I come home from work, therefor I'm getting more depressed. I also feel like I have low testosterone. I feel like a shell of my former self.

where can I sign up for this??

So, why do professional Athletes get clinical depression? If physically activity is such a wonderful thing, why are Athletes still depressed...?

That awkward moment when something as simple as exercise is a life hack...

THIS IS MY ABNORMAL PSYCH PROFESSOR OHMIGOSH

The conclusion of this talk is; move.. move .. move.. coz you ain't created to be free.

~``~ How can we get the "light box"? Thanks!! Greatness!!!! Divine Love Tuning in With Healing Light...

@Soaptivated

7 жыл бұрын

Walmart (online) or Amazon. I can tell you first hand how AMD (Age-related Macular Degeneration) - the "wet" kind - gradually took my mother's eye site, and as she slowly slipped into this depressing darkness, so went her mental outlook right down the drain with it. It was a 8-year process for her, and she gratefully passed away last year. AMD made her want to die, and she did pass peacefully, slipping into a medically-induced coma, after triple antibiotics failed to stop her pneumonia. (Morphine drip = Opiate = kind of like a pharmaceutical grade heroin.) So, yes, I'd have to say getting light into the eyes is helpful. (We didn't even know about them back then, but she did sit facing two 100W lightbulbs in a double-shade desk lamp, just to get some light in her one eye that still had a bit of gray fuzzy vision in it. I don't believe the previous commenter's statement. I'm a former Life & Heath Insurance agent, and one of my main go-to sources for trusted information on diseases of any kind is WebMD. See here what they have to say: www.webmd.com/search/search_results/default.aspx?query=light%20box%20therapy My second trusted resource - the Mayo Clinic. www.mayoclinic.org/search/search-results?q=light%20box%20therapy And from the various sources I've studied, you need a light box that puts out 10,000 LUX, prevents nearly all the damaging UV light (I've seen one at 99% blocked,) and it should be positioned above your head so that the light goes through the retina and downward to the bottom of the eye, and to sit comfortably underneath it for 30 minutes at the proper distance from it.

@plutoplatters

7 жыл бұрын

there is no proof of proof.

@neith1919: They sell them at Costco and at a lot of pharmacies and drugstores. Many people benefit from their use.

Ok.. 0640 right now.. I'm going to go to the gym I've never visited but have been paying for for about a year now. I hate ruminating.. it's killing me inside.

Is there a link to the light box in the video?

Definitely part of it but not all

Thx every body hv different situation how to solve the problem ths main

I'm going to start looking for you . I'm again not real good with all the internet and other stuff . I'm living in a remote area. But I'm am determined to help others . You one should go through what I'm trying to overcome . You might be able to help me . I know I'm able to help others . Maybe help you with what your trying to do

So, what if I have a daily commute walk of more than an 1.5 hours, don't like eating sweet foods, drink mostly water, no alcohol, eat vegetables with every meal, work in a very social environment, have a lovely wife and a child, yet I struggle almost daily with depression and suicidal thoughts, well if all you said is true then I am doomed. Having always felt drugs are my last hope, now that hope is gone.

@cbc067

3 жыл бұрын

you’re the perfect candidate for medications. it can change your life.

to sum it up: Go outside.

Gotta love a good AMI assignment lol

Healthy body healthy mind healthy mind healthy body .

Why do so many athletes get depression?

I'm not saying I disagree with any of his points, however I feel slightly put off by his Adderall-eyes.

wow.

Because there was no internet, videogames or social media. Now we spend our days on every new social media comparing our lives to the more successful, rich and brilliant individuals there are in the world, seeing how our lives are jack sheets compared to them, or we lose the whole day mastering our skills on the new cod:warzone or fifa game, instead of mastering something more useful, like a new trade, outside, under the sun, while socializing, hugging and kissing our loved ones.

What I got out of this video Professor Baumgardner is that a mental state is tied with a biological state as well, and it made me realize them as not entirely separate entities. Also that a lack of physical activity takes a toll on our brains which before this Psychology class I thought it to be the complete opposite. I thought the more time you spent with one either had to be all or nothing, you had to be physically lazy to be smart, or you had to be ignorant and athletic. I also got from this video, even more, support that pharmaceutical companies are becoming less, and less important in our generation. Also that it is more, and more important since college to sit in the sun, and soak it in no matter who is around. I like to sleep outside my dorm during the day because it feels so good for me. The reason is because I have been deprived of sunlight before, and it depresses me, and ever since college I noticed I do not have time to be depressed. I have gotten out of this that everything is connected, as in chess to win you must defend each piece with another piece to defend the king, as in ourselves we must defend ours outside by deciding what goes inside, and what we do with those substances in order to allow our outer layer to not get addicted to depressive, and secretive habits the majority does not recognize as harmful. In the video, it explains ow certain levels of harmful substances mess up our chemicals signals to certain places in the brain by releasing powerful hormones. Rumination I also learned is why I can never be satisfied with my decisions I have made, and also why I have a poor memory because I lose my items constantly to where my family hates me for it, they threaten me because they think I do it for attention.

what about people that exercise and are still depressed?

@healthyone100

4 жыл бұрын

thats me i exercise everyday and still depressed!

Of course exercising can sometimes help mental illness, but by no means is that enough. There is many many components when it comes to depression and anxiety, and lifestyle is only one of them.

@slikkwill4137

8 жыл бұрын

+Maria Osorio Not sometimes, every time. Its just a matter of how much it will help. It isn't always a cure though but it helps a lot.

@alexchan6303

8 жыл бұрын

+illway99 I've talk to many people who suffer with mental illness and can confirm that some people feel zero improvement even after months and months of daily exercise. It's not a fool proof antidepressant. Sometimes it makes no difference. Sometimes it helps a little. Sometimes, if the trigger of the depression or anxiety is a poor lifestyle it could make a big difference.... But it's not for everyone.

@slikkwill4137

8 жыл бұрын

In plenty of cases exercise alone won't cure depression , but it will help, even if only a little. It is one of the best things for depression along with healthy diet. Meditation is another one of the best things for mental illness.

@watermeghan

8 жыл бұрын

He mentions that it is also crucial to eat properly, get sunlight, not ruminate, thinking more positively, and being with loved ones. So he doesn't say that exercise is enough. Relevant neuroscience proves these points. Check out more ways to conquer depression on my site: meghanfay.com

@alexchan6303

8 жыл бұрын

+watermeghan Depression treatment isn't a one size fits all scenario. Those things might work for some people, others not so much.