Self-Management Resources

Self-management means:

For example, monitoring mood and other symptoms over time to determine whether or not a treatment method is effective in your personal case.

For example, by monitoring mood and other symptoms over time to determine whether or not a treatment method is effective in your personal case.

• Doing things that protect and promote health
  For example, exercising, eating a healthy diet and engaging in normal daily activities

• Observing the symptoms and signs of an illness and being able to deal with them
  For example, by monitoring mood and other symptoms over time to determine whether or not a treatment method is effective in your personal case.

• Consciously regulating the impact of the illness on everyday functioning, feelings and personal relationships
  The negative impact of depression can be reduced by making use of social and professional support. Information on possible offers can be found under the heading Resources.

• Follow the treatment agreement
  You should inform yourself in advance about the chosen treatment method and speak openly with the doctor treating you about your concerns. This helps to ensure that you adhere to the treatment conscientiously and can therefore significantly increase your chances of recovery.

(Center for Advancement of Health, 1996)

The resources listed in this section are designed to help monitor mood and provide tips on everyday activities or habits that can help protect and promote physical and mental health. Combined with treatment provided by a doctor or psychotherapist, these activities can help manage depression and contribute to recovery.