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Take breaks from the news.

Set aside periods of time each day during which you close your news and social media feeds and turn off the TV. Give yourself some time and space to think about and focus on other things.

Take care of your body.

Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat regular, well-balanced meals; get some physical activity every day; give yourself time to get a full night’s sleep; and avoid alcohol and drugs.

Make time to unwind.

Try to engage in activities and hobbies you enjoy. Engaging in these activities offers an important outlet for pleasure, fun, and creativity.

Connect with others.

Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling. Digital tools can help keep you stay connected with friends, family, and neighbors when you aren’t able to see them in person.

Set goals and priorities.

Decide what must get done today and what can wait. Priorities may shift to reflect changes in schedules and routines and that is okay. Recognize what you have accomplished at the end of the day.

Focus on the facts.

Sharing the facts about COVID-19 and understanding the actual risk to yourself and people you care about can make an outbreak less stressful.

This is an excellent article explaining differs types of depression.

People at risk for depression have these 6 personality characteristics Research has identified what puts people at risk.

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How Does Vitamin D Deficiency Affect Your Memory and Mood? Vitamin D deficiency, or even just less-than-optimal levels of the sunshine vitamin, can spell trouble for your memory and moods.

https://www.caredash.com/articles/10-mental-health-resources-everyone-should-know-about

10 Mental Health Resources Everyone Should Know About Mental health care costs can quickly skyrocket, but there are plenty of free and low-cost mental health resources out there for those struggling financially.

The 4 Underlying Principles Of Changing Your Brain It is a commonly held belief that once we reach adulthood our brains are ‘hard-wired’ and incapable of dramatic change. However, recent research has suggested that our brains are in fact much more malleable, flexible and able to shift physically and psychologically than we first thought.

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"Neurofeedback," AKA rewiring the human brain, is going mainstream A disregarded old technology can rewire brains and treat many cognitive and physical ailments.

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321009.php

How can I cope with a breakup? We take a look at some helpful (and healthful) tips for coping with a breakup that will hopefully bring our heartbroken readers some much deserved comfort.

Can Diet Treat Depression? | Psychiatric Times Although supported by basic science, it’s still a sea change to think that diet can treat depression. A new clinical trial puts that idea to the test.

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Thyroid disease associated with higher incidence of manic relapse in bipolar disorder Manic relapse in bipolar disorder is connected to thyroid disease.

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Sugar consumption linked to increased risk of mood disorders Research reveals an adverse effect of sugar intake from sweet foods and beverages on long-term psychological health.

https://www.doximity.com/doc_news/v2/entries/8546652

How to Build Resilience in Midlife There are active steps you can take during and after a crisis to speed your emotional recovery.

ADHD medicines linked to lower risk for substance use problems in adolescents, adults The use of medication to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is linked to significantly lower risk for substance use problems in adolescents and adults with ADHD, according to a study led by researchers at Indiana University.

Wondering if you need professional help? This may help.

Self Tests by Psychology Today Are you thinking about seeking the help of a therapist? If certain issues have been causing problems in your life and you aren't sure how to make the necessary changes, therapy can help. With the help of a professional, you can get out of an unhealthy cognitive, emotional, and behavioral pattern.

5 ways to manage flashbacks.

What to Do When You Keep Having Flashbacks Many people with PTSD struggle in coping with flashbacks and dissociation. These symptoms can be unpredictable and difficult to manage.

Here is a general resource for information on low dose naltrexone. It shows promise in treating several mental health disorders and other problems, including fibromyalgia, chronic pain, irritable bowel and more.

What is Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) Used For? | LDNscience Through its effects on the immune system and endorphin production, LDN helps a broad spectrum of chronic disorders including autoimmune disease and cancer.

How Gut Bacteria May Impact Mental Illness, Treatment | Psych Central News The link between gut bacteria and mood and anxiety received strong scientific support during a series of presentations at the recent meeting of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology. "Current state-of-the-art research in both animal models as well as humans point to the link between the gu...

One of my clients shared this. Great little book. Love the name!

The little book on authenticity Have you spent most of your life fitting in? Are you unsure about who you are? Who you should be? Who you want to be? Welcome to a fresh look at authenticity from cartooning psychologist Dr Nina Burrowes. Find out why being authentic is much more interesting that simply revealing who you are; why fi...

9 Common Pursuits That Rob Us of Happiness Consider these 9 pursuits and how they may be distracting us from happiness. All of them are common pursuits in our lives and in our world which may be robbing us of lasting joy.

Vitamin B12 as Protection for the Aging Brain Depression, dementia and mental impairment are often associated with B12 deficiency.

No driving for 8 hours after taking.

FDA Elevates Warning for Psychomotor Impairment With Ambien Vehicle drivers and machine operators should be warned that there may be a possible risk of adverse reactions the morning after taking the medication.

In fact, used appropriately, they can be beneficial if not life saving.

No Excess Harm with Antidepressant Use, Study Finds No significant differences in 1-year all-cause mortality risks were seen among patients treated with antidepressants from a single class in the first 90 days, a study in the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology reported.

A link between difficulty with folic acid metabolism and health.

Low Dose Folic Acid Not As Effective for Migraine Treatment An earlier study examined the efficacy of 2 mg folic acid.

Important information about sleep and health.

Sleep and Metabolism Dr. Thomas Roth discusses how sleep deprivation can impact insulin resistance. View the full lecture at http://nei.global/encore. To register for the 2016 NE...

Resource for Enlyte and Embrace; names for a "medical food" (natural) used in the treatment of a variety of mental health conditions, usually, but not always in conjunction with other treatments.

About Enlyte | EnLyte EnLyte is a natural, pure prescription multivitamin that contains DeltaFolateTM (L-methylfolate, folinic acid, and folic acid) and relieves the symptoms of mild, moderate, and severe depression. It works effectively both on its own and in addition to antidepressant medications.1,2

More support for fish oil!

These Supplements May Boost Antidepressant Effects Data from 8 randomized clinical trials suggests a benefit, but consult with your doctor first, experts say

Even if it's scored, beware!

Tablet Splitting Can Significantly Vary Doses, FDA Study Finds The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have reported that split tablets from amlodipine drug products did not meet the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Uniformity of Dosage Units accepted criteria for content uniformity.

Want to Be Happier? Science Says Do These 11 Things Every Single Day Try them. They work. (If you can't trust science, who can you trust?)

This is a really nice practice for Mindfulness.

Natural Ways to Combat Depression For over 350 million people worldwide, it saps their ability to engage life and creates resistance around doing things that matter.

We really need to be gentle with each other and ourselves right now.

Coping in the Aftermath of a Shooting Over the course of the last few weeks, reports of mass violence and shootings have plagued the news. Although people are resilient and often bounce back after difficult times, these events nearly always interrupt our sense of order and safety. The impact often extends to individuals who live far out...

Memory Quiz: Why Do We Forget? What causes memory glitches, how to protect your memory, and intriguing facts about the human mind -- test your memory knowledge with this WebMD Quiz.

Mediterranean diet high in vegetable fats 'benefits weight as much as low-fat diet' Researchers suggest a Mediterranean diet rich in vegetable fats is comparable to a low-fat diet when it comes to weight loss and waist circumference.

Anxiety disorders 'most common among women and young adults' A review of studies on anxiety disorders across the world has found that women, young adults, and people with other conditions are at the greatest risk.

In case there is any doubt about a mind-body connection.

Depression lowers women's chances of pregnancy, study finds Women with severe depressive symptoms have a decreased chance of becoming pregnant, while the use of psychotropic medications does not appear to harm fertility, a study shows.

Screen time and health. Good overview.

Why Print Books Are Much Healthier For Reading Before Bed | Writing And Wellness Recent studies suggest that using tablets and smart phones at night can not only disrupt sleep, but could increase risk of serious health problems.

The Top 10 Healthy Foods Ideally, the top ten foods should be tasty as well as good for you. This article lists the top ten foods with taste, nutrition and health benefits in mind.

Anxiety: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments Learn all about the different types of anxiety with our guide. Our article looks at the causes, symptoms and treatments for anxiety

12 Surprising Facts About Depression At first glance, major depression may seem black and white. But people with depression know that it’s more complex than you think. Here’s what you might not know.

Nice overview of the role of Serotonin, a key brain chemical responsible for mood, sense of wellbeing and many other functions

Serotonin: Facts, What Does Serotonin Do? Learn all about serotonin - a chemical created by the human body that works as a neurotransmitter. Find out about its role in maintaining mood balance.

10 Questions About Antidepressants, Answered Are antidepressants safe? Will I become addicted to depression medication? Get expert answers to common questions about depression treatment.