8 ways to avoid depression during the holiday season from Doctor Amen who has 1.3 million followers on Instagram and is a 12 time best-selling author for the New York Times. (Instagram: Doc Amen)
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Reach out/ open up about any emotional struggles.
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Practice saying "no" on not being able to attend every gathering.
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Choose non-alcoholic ways to be festive.
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Keep your brain healthy diet.
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Get quality sleep.
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Practice meditation/prayer/gratitude.
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Stay connected with family/friends.
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Move your body (I do daily walks)