A low-frills patio or deck is pretty cheap. Everyone's definition of cheap is different, but decks can be had for as low as $1,000, according to Jessica Piha, a spokeswoman for Porch.com, a website that helps homeowners find the right contractor. But the average deck costs $8,300, Piha says. low-frills patio or deck is pretty cheap. Everyone's definition of cheap is different, but decks can be had for as low as $1,000, according to Jessica Piha, a spokeswoman for Porch.com, a website that helps homeowners find the right contractor. But the average deck costs $8,300, Piha says.
1 Don't become isolated. 2  Try to participate in social activities, and get together with family or friends regularly. 3  Support groups for people with depression can help you connect to others facing similar challenges and share experiences. 4  Learn ways to relax and manage your stress. Your doctor or therapist may be able to recommend books or websites to read. 2  Locate helpful groups. 3  Many organizations, such as the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, offer education, support groups, counseling and other resources to help with depression.
1 Depression is a disease. 2  It's not being lazy, and you can't just get over it.. 3  Depression is very common and is nothing to be embarrassed about. 4  The best thing you can do for someone who has depression is to help him or her get treatment. Point out the symptoms of depression that you have noticed in your family member or friend, and say why these symptoms worry you. 2  Use a supportive and caring tone of voice while you are doing this. 3  Ask the person to answer a few questions to see if he or she might be depressed.