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January 5, 2021

Farming and Outdoor Activity Prevents Depression

Sunlight, physical activity, and contact with nature are beneficial to the brain, and a new study brings further proof to this idea. People who spent about an hour […]
January 5, 2021

How to Stop Worrying

Worrying, over-analyzing, obsessing, brooding. Most people with mood problems have a lot of experience with this type of thinking. Psychologists call it rumination, and it’s a habit […]
January 5, 2021

An Honest Look at Depression

After living with depression for many years, artist Matthew Johnstone created this touching video that explains what it is and paints a way out. Also available in book form.
January 5, 2021

A Baker’s Dozen

We’ve gathered over a dozen ways to treat depression that don’t involve medication. Sorry, they don’t include donuts, but they do include a new diet that treats depression […]
January 5, 2021

Speaking of Trauma

Everyone could benefit from a dose of empathy, particular people who are traumatized. Learn more about how to put it into action in this video. Do […]
January 5, 2021

Trauma and Community

Community shootings, such as the events at UNC-Charlotte last week, often have long reaching ripple effects. Those who are immediately involved are hit the hardest, but […]
January 5, 2021

The Right Dose of Nature

  Spending time in nature improves well-being, but how much time is enough? 2-3 hours a week, says a new study of 20,000 people.
January 5, 2021

Mindful Coloring

They’re not just for kids. That’s right, the mindful coloring kids we’ve installed in our waiting rooms are for all ages. We just couldn’t ignore the […]
January 5, 2021

When Antidepressants Don’t Work

We often see people who don’t respond to, or even feel worse, on antidepressants. Fortunately, there are many other options, from specialized psychotherapies to natural treatments […]