16 Science-Backed Ways to Overcome Depression Naturally

Spend at least one hour each week with a close friend

In a British study, when 86 depressed women were paired with a volunteer friend, 65 percent of the women felt better. In fact, regular social contact worked as effectively as antidepressant medication and psychotherapy. Regular social contact with a close friend may boost self-confidence and encourage you to make other positive changes that will help in overcoming depression, such as starting an exercise program. Check out these other ways having close friends improves your health.

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