The first solution to treat depression is doing something leading you to be happy. The depressive patients by most. Often serious symptoms and think when there was nothing to do, or stay in their spare time. In order to get over depression, you have to do things that relax you. Learning how to better manage stress. You should practice relaxation techniques, a daily relaxation practice can help relieve symptoms of depression, boost feelings of joy and well being. Try yoga, deep breathing, or meditation. And you can care for a pet, caring for a pet can also get you feel relax.