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Most of us have felt sad at some point in our lives. Sometimes we feel melancholy after we suffer the loss of a relationship or we feel like life circumstances have gotten the better of us. Feeling down occasionally is normal, and even healthy. However, individuals who suffer from clinical depression experience a low mood and sadness most of the day for prolonged periods of time. According to the Archives of General Psychiatry, approximately 14.8 million Americans adults, or 6.7 percent of individuals over the age of 18 will...
What does mental health mean? Is it merely the absence of mental illness or could it be suggestive of a deeper understanding of ourselves and the environments in which we live? Today, the concept of wellness is not just the absence of disease and infection but, according to the World Health Organization, is “the presence of physical, mental and social well-being.” If we examine the idea of mental health from this perspective, we, as a community and as a culture, are able to change the focus of mental health from not only the...
The birth of a new year often brings out the part of us that looks at the opportunity for growth. We see evidence of this all around us — the indications of our collective quest for weight loss, healthier eating, better financial stability — on every cover of every magazine, seen in the loaded parking lots of the local gym at 5 a.m., and in every paid advertisement that those of us restless few view at 3 o’clock in the morning. Bettering yourself is always a good goal to be sure, but this year I suggest looking at the other...
’Tis the season to be jolly? Not likely! The holidays may make many of us feel more like the Grinch than like little Cindy Lou Who. This is understandable with drop-in guests, shopping demands, tight financial issues, cleaning, entertaining, holiday parities … whew, I need a nap just writing about it! Is it any wonder that this time of year is one of the highest for stress and depression issues? Here are some helpful practical tips to minimize holiday stress and increase good cheer: • Recognize and own your feelings: Just...