Although SAM-e received initial applause from the scientific community, more recent reassert showed it to be an unstable substance that tends to disintegrate if not properly processed. Exercise also helps people feel better about their bodies and time outdoors can increase the vitamin D. Exposure to nature is also a wonderful way to relax and experience enhanced mood. Exercise is also a wonderful way to relieve physical stress held in the body that may be contributing to depression. Many people report after vigorous exercise they feel more energized and worry less about their problems. Discontinuing or lowering dosage, with doctor's supervision of depression causing medications can enhance mood, especially in older adults.
Alcohol is also a depressant.
Eliminating alcohol from the diet can decrease depression and increase healthy sleep patterns. Learning a new skill. When someone feels depressed the last thing they want to do is get out and try their hand at something they have never done before. But with encouragement, and even someone to go with, the self-concept of learning something new can make a world of difference. Another activity that is often healing for those feeling depressed, is group involvement.