Staying awake to treat depression (2018)
You can certainly try this method, especially when you're younger, and you'll probably feel exhilarated and your mood will improve... until you finally go to sleep again. The effects don't last very long, and losing sleep continually is very bad for your health.I would recommend to anyone with depression that you first change your diet. Stop eating refined carbs & processed foods of any kind. Stick to basic fruits & vegetables with some whole grains, and beans for protein. Adapt this as your personal needs vary, and as you see fit. I think you'd probably be amazed how much eating well affects your mood, especially if you've never done it before for any long period of time.Here's some more info on a good, simple, science-backed diet to follow:
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-eating-...