Sir/madam My father is in depression after my sister was expired, he now speaks anything while sleeping at night, and even he sometimes suddenly wake up at night.

Question

Hello Lybrate User.
Sometimes in life we feel low, and IT IS OKAY. Yes, it is okay to feel low, and it happens with everybody.
But it’s your capability to face this state, which decides whether it affects you or not.
So just follow these 5 steps and come out of that whining situation, and make your move towards your Goal.
1. Watch Your Thought!
Yes, it is difficult and it has always been. How can someone keep watching his own thought?
But, yes it can be done!
The feeling of depression starts with a small thought, and that thought thrives on and on, which eventually will make a big network of the negative thoughts.
What you have to do is simple. Just recognize that small thought and block it.
But What after you block it?
This is just a first step, and following steps will answer your question.
2. Wherever You Are, Move Out of That Place!
At that moment you have to be quick. It doesn’t matter where you are, but after recognizing that negative thought, you have to be very quick at moving out of that place.
You can go to a Gym, a Spa, or meet your friends and family, but try to move ahead of that place. Quickly!
3. Watch Your Favorite Comedy Show Right Now
If there is a situation that you cannot get out of, you need to relax first.
And what can be better than watching a comedy show. Take out your mobile and start watching your favorite comedy show.
This will really help you realize that negative moment was just a temporary phase. And it’s okay, if you watch something entertaining for even an hour. Because this is going to improve your performance to a much higher level.
4. Join a Group of Younger People
Sometimes, it’s not necessary to talk about serious things for a whole day. You should join a group of younger people for activities like cycling, jogging, playing video games.
It’s obvious that they will talk about some trivial things, which you might not be interested in, so just listen.
After all life is all about people and their experiences!
5. Never Make a Big Decision When You Are Feeling Low
When you are feeling low, you should avoid making the big decisions for your career or life, because it might be a wrong decision.
Decisions are supposed to be taken after thorough considerations, and when you are fully conscious about what you are doing.
Thank you.

Rachna Mishra · Accepted Answer

Hello Lybrate User.
Sometimes in life we feel low, and IT IS OKAY. Yes, it is okay to feel low, and it happens with everybody.
But it’s your capability to face this state, which decides whether it affects you or not.
So just follow these 5 steps and come out of that whining situation, and make your move towards your Goal.
1. Watch Your Thought!
Yes, it is difficult and it has always been. How can someone keep watching his own thought?
But, yes it can be done!
The feeling of depression starts with a small thought, and that thought thrives on and on, which eventually will make a big network of the negative thoughts.
What you have to do is simple. Just recognize that small thought and block it.
But What after you block it?
This is just a first step, and following steps will answer your question.
2. Wherever You Are, Move Out of That Place!
At that moment you have to be quick. It doesn’t matter where you are, but after recognizing that negative thought, you have to be very quick at moving out of that place.
You can go to a Gym, a Spa, or meet your friends and family, but try to move ahead of that place. Quickly!
3. Watch Your Favorite Comedy Show Right Now
If there is a situation that you cannot get out of, you need to relax first.
And what can be better than watching a comedy show. Take out your mobile and start watching your favorite comedy show.
This will really help you realize that negative moment was just a temporary phase. And it’s okay, if you watch something entertaining for even an hour. Because this is going to improve your performance to a much higher level.
4. Join a Group of Younger People
Sometimes, it’s not necessary to talk about serious things for a whole day. You should join a group of younger people for activities like cycling, jogging, playing video games.
It’s obvious that they will talk about some trivial things, which you might not be interested in, so just listen.
After all life is all about people and their experiences!
5. Never Make a Big Decision When You Are Feeling Low
When you are feeling low, you should avoid making the big decisions for your career or life, because it might be a wrong decision.
Decisions are supposed to be taken after thorough considerations, and when you are fully conscious about what you are doing.
Thank you.

Jagadeesan M.S. · Answer

You father is going through grief reaction, which is normal after loss of a loved one. Time is the healer for the emotional and behavioral changes, however if your depression is severe enough to affect you in a significant manner, kindly consult a psychiatrist for short term antidepressant medication, depending on the complaints.