- Mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT): Generally delivered in groups and involves learning a type of meditation called 'mindfulness meditation'. This teaches people to focus on the present, just noticing the experiences, without trying to change it. Helps people to stop their mind from wandering off into negative thoughts.

Medical treatments

- Antidepressants: Medications that are used to treat depression. They work by balancing chemicals in your brain called neurotransmitters that affect mood and emotions. This includes

• Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

• Reversible Inhibitors of MonoAmine Oxidase

• TriCyclic Antidepressants

Lifestyle changes

- Healthy eating: The brain is one of the most metabolically active parts of your body. By providing tones of nutrients and vitamins, your brain can produce the right amount of neurotransmitters which balances your mood.

- Exercise stimulates the body to produce serotonin and endorphins (neurotransmitters) that alleviate depression. Exericse will also improve a person's self image resulting in more positive attitudes.