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Unwrapping a Less Stressful Holiday Season

The holiday season often brings stress and depression. Learn how to protect yourself and enjoy the season with family and friends.

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Unwrapping a Less Stressful Holiday Season

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  1. Unwrapping a Less Stressful Holiday Season

  2. What’s at Stake • The holiday season often brings two very unwelcomed guests – stress and depression. • With increased demands on your time, your wallet, and your patience it can be hard to enjoy the season with family and friends.

  3. What’s the Danger • In small doses, stress can be powerful. • It motivates us to do the things we need to do to survive. • However, too much stress can have negative effects on our mental and physical health. • And it can certainly ruin the holidays.

  4. What’s the Danger

  5. How to Protect Yourself • 4. Keep Up Healthy Habits • Overindulgence can add to stress and guilt. • Lack of sleep • Short-tempered • Hard to focus and remember tasks • 5. Get Help • If you’re having a hard time with stress and symptoms of depression talk to your doctor or a mental health professional.

  6. Final Word • Stress and depression can ruin your holidays and hurt your health. • Being realistic, planning ahead and seeking support can help ward off stress and depression.

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