Try to get a little exercise. Take a walk, even if it's just on your block. Or go for a bike ride. Some people who are depressed find that physical activity helps them build energy and feel better about themselves. Visiting friends is another good idea.
Recovery time varies from person to person.
But what's most important right now is that you do get treatment, that you keep in touch with people who can help, and that you hold fast to the belief that you will get better. This information is not a substitute for medical treatment. The McGraw-Hill Companies.