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— Shakespeare

{ RESOURCES: Depression }

Many things can trigger depression. Feelings of depression are caused by a chemical change that affects how the brain functions. Feelings of depression can severely disrupt your life, affecting your appetite, sleep, work, and relationships.

The symptoms of depression:
— Constant feelings of sadness, irritability, or tension
— Decreased interest or pleasure in usual activities or hobbies
— Loss of energy, feeling tired despite lack of activity
— Change in appetite, with significant weight loss or weight gain
— Change in sleeping patterns, such as difficulty sleeping, early morning
— Sleep disruptions, or sleeping too much
— Restlessness or feeling slowed down
— Decreased ability to make decisions or concentrate
— Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, or guilt
— Thoughts of suicide or death

If you are experiencing several of these symptoms, you should talk to seek help from a psychological counselor or medical professional.

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:: Articles:

:: The Stages of Grief
:: 10 Ways to Cope With Stress
:: An Introduction to Mindfulness Practice

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:: Books:

::	Don't Panic: Talking Control of Anxiety Attacks By Reid Wilson, PhD | View/Buy Book With insight and compassion, the author explains how attacks occur, provides a detailed 5-step strategy for controlling the moment of panic. Packed with useful information that can begin reducing the power of these attacks.
::	Stop Obsessing! How to Overcome Your Obsessions and Compulsions By Edna Foa, PhD & Reid Wilson, PhD | View/Buy Book Filled powerful and reliable techniques have helped thousands of patients with OCD reduce or eliminate unwanted thoughts and rituals.

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:: Online Resources:

DEPRESSION.COM
This site offers information designed to help you get the facts and learn how to manage depression, clinically known as major depressive disorder.
[ Visit Depression.com ]

MARC.UCLA
The Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC) at UCLA is dedicated to providing research to enhance self-awareness and compassion within ourselves, realtionships and culture. This site provides a wealth of information on mindfulness practice and provides simple mindful meditations. [ Listen to a mediation ]

WEBMD.COM
An estimated 19 million American adults are living with major depression. Here you'll find in-depth information about depression symptoms, medications, and therapy. Plus, find daily help in our online support groups. [ Visit WebMD ]