Originally Posted by
Roody
Riding a bike will not cure depression. It can make a normal person with the blues feel happier, and maybe even help with mild cases of depression (dysthymia). But severe depression (Major Depressive Disorder and Bipolar Disorder) are serious illnesses. DIY treatments will not be effective against them. In some cases, even powerful professional treatments (drugs, psychotherapy, ECT) will not have much effect.
I completely agree with you. It's no cure. But my son, who is schizophrenic, seemed to get so much out of cycling when he was doing it. There was a whole year when he loved to head out on the MUP every day and seemed really peaceful and at ease.
But, all of a sudden, and without any explanation, it ended and he stopped cycling.