Depression & Anxiety

10 Research-Backed, Natural Ways to Counter Depression

For those with mood disorders, treatments beyond prescription drugs can be effective, say experts.
10 Research-Backed, Natural Ways to Counter Depression
A shift in daily habits can have a transformative effect on depression. Illustration by The Epoch Times, Shutterstock
Hadia Zainab
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Depression rates in the United States have surged by 60 percent over the past decade, with nearly one in five teens and one in 10 adults affected, according to new CDC data. With an increasing number of people struggling with the disease, it’s important to understand how simple lifestyle factors could help ease the symptoms.
“My depression lifted in a way I didn’t think was possible,” said Marika Murray, who has experienced depression for over 25 years. 
Hadia Zainab
Hadia Zainab
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Hadia Zainab is a health journalist and doctor of physical therapy candidate at Sialkot Medical College. Her experience managing health conditions such as strokes, paralysis, pediatric care, and ICU rehabilitation informs her writing. Zainab values kindness, empathy, and clear communication to bridge the gap between patients and health care providers.