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Depression is a serious condition associated with low moods and negative thoughts. Traditional treatments include medications and therapy, but there is an abundance of suggestions for alternative treatments that can be helpful in overcoming depression and lifting moods. These range from exercise and health eating to laughter and Electroconvulsive Therapy, with many more in between.
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“No element of Lincoln’s character,” declared his colleague Henry Whitney, “was so marked, obvious and ingrained as his mysterious and profound melancholy.” I’ve been reading Joshua Wolf Shenk’s absorbing book on Abraham Lincoln’s depression entitled Lincoln’s Melancholy. I’m not sure…
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Jerry Kennard, Health Pro, commented on Ecotherapy for Depression Hi Marishka, Thanks for such lively comments and questions. Global statistics are available…
Deborah Gray, Health Guide, commented on Light Therapy for "Indoor" Seasonal… Hi David, I think anyone who has anything other than a mild case of…
Pam Flores, Health Guide, commented on Natural Depression Relief: Gardening Hi MM, gardening is one of the things that makes me feel better. Maybe it has…
Pam Flores, Health Guide, commented on 15-Humorous Mental Health Quotes Love all the quotes! Laughter really IS the best medicine! I like…
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