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Less daylight in the fall and winter can contribute to depression in some people. Seasonal affective disorder (also called SAD) is episodes of depression that occur generally in the late fall and winter. Seasonal affective disorder can sap your energy and make you feel moody. Treatment for seasonal affective disorder can include light therapy (phototherapy), psychotherapy and medication.
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An estimated 2.2 million adults in the U.S. are affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxiety disorder. The persistent, unwanted thoughts and rituals, such as repeated hand washng, of OCD can affect a person’s relationships and ability to carry out everyday activities.
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Mindfulness is a nonjudgmental, present-centered awareness in which each thought, feeling, or sensation that arises is acknowledged and accepted. Mindfulness based stress reduction means focusing your attention on "now." Healthy Minds blogger Dr. Brandon Cornejo talks about mindfulness and keeping New Year’s resolutions on the
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