Scientists have long heralded the many perks of spending time outside. It improves your mental health, sleep, focus and immunity. What do you do when temperatures are too harsh to stay outside for a long time, though? He ...

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As days become shorter during the fall and winter, more people tend to experience bouts of depression. Others endure dark times more frequently throughout the year. In addition to talking to your therapist about possible ...

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When someone you love dies, it's important to grieve the loss. Trying to go on with life as if nothing has happened doesn't make the hurt go away. In fact, in many ways, it can amplify it and cause harm to you and those ...

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You likely have a primary care physician who is in charge of guiding you to good health. It's important to keep up with regular check-ups and follow your doctor's advice so that you can live a long, healthy life. You kno ...

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The change of the seasons often brings anticipation of exciting traditions or upcoming events. For many people, however, it also brings significant shifts in mood and motivation. Seasonal affective disorder affects many ...

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There are several ways that depression can affect not only the people experiencing it but also those around them. They may have sudden mood swings or become increasingly sensitive or irritable. A depressive episode is of ...

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Getting along with the people you live with is useful for having a safe and supportive home. There may still be barriers to experiencing full relaxation, though. No matter how much you love the people there, if the envir ...

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It's usually pretty easy to see how your behavior toward others affects how your day goes. If you are kind to them, for example, they are often kind in return. Being kind to yourself, however, is just as important. Self- ...

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It's likely that your church has support groups for people who have undergone some kind of drastic life experience. A grief support group for those who have lost loved ones gives them the space to process their pain. A p ...

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Many people are raised with an expectation of what life is supposed to be. They have an idea of what they should be doing by a certain age, and it can be difficult to choose a different path. While it's good to set clear ...

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