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Does art help with depression? Here’s what the research says
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/6/25 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/6/25

Does art help with depression? Here’s what the research says

If you're struggling with depression and desperate for relief, mindfulness-based art therapy could help. Learn how creativity can help you heal, and 7 tips to find relief.

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Does exercise ease depression symptoms? What you need to know
Physical Wellbeing Calm Editorial Team 9/5/24 Physical Wellbeing Calm Editorial Team 9/5/24

Does exercise ease depression symptoms? What you need to know

Discover how exercise can ease depression symptoms. Plus, learn about the types of effective exercises, how long to do them, and clinical studies supporting these benefits.

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Meditation for depression: how mindfulness can aid recovery
Meditation & Mindfulness, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/12/24 Meditation & Mindfulness, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/12/24

Meditation for depression: how mindfulness can aid recovery

Explore how meditation can help with depression, including the science behind it. Plus, 5 meditation techniques that can support a treatment plan for depression.

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What is situational depression? Plus, 10 tips to help you deal
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/20/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/20/24

What is situational depression? Plus, 10 tips to help you deal

Explore what situational depression is, including common causes and symptoms, and how it's different from clinical depression. Plus, 10 tips to help you deal.

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How long does depression last? Plus, 8 self-care tips to help
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/17/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/17/24

How long does depression last? Plus, 8 self-care tips to help

How long does depression last? Explore how the type and cause of depression can affect its duration. Plus, 8 self-care tips that may decrease how long it lasts.

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What is winter depression? Plus, 6 tips to help you treat it
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/16/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/16/24

What is winter depression? Plus, 6 tips to help you treat it

Explore what winter depression is, including symptoms and reasons why winter and lack of sun can affect your mood. Plus, 6 tips to help you treat the winter blues.

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9 common signs of depression to look out for
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/16/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/16/24

9 common signs of depression to look out for

Explore what exactly depression is, including the different types and 9 common signs to look out for. Plus, when you should ask for help with depression.

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Depression vs. sadness: what is the difference?
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/6/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 5/6/24

Depression vs. sadness: what is the difference?

Explore the definition of clinical depression, including symptoms and risk factors. Plus, 6 differences between depression vs sadness and when to get help.

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Mental health screening for anxiety (GAD-7) & depression (PHQ-8)
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 3/21/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 3/21/24

Mental health screening for anxiety (GAD-7) & depression (PHQ-8)

Learn what mental health screening is, the difference between screens vs tests, & screen types including the GAD-7 anxiety screen and the PHQ-8 depression screen.

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How to deal with unemployment depression: 13 tips to cope
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 3/18/24 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 3/18/24

How to deal with unemployment depression: 13 tips to cope

Don't know how to deal with depression after job loss? Explore the symptoms of unemployment depression and 13 things to do for your mental health when unemployed.

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High-functioning depression: what it is and how to manage it
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 11/21/23 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 11/21/23

High-functioning depression: what it is and how to manage it

High-functioning depression can be harder to spot than other forms of depression. Learn the symptoms of high-functioning depression and strategies to manage it.

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How to help a friend with depression: 8 ways to offer support
Mental Health, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/8/23 Mental Health, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/8/23

How to help a friend with depression: 8 ways to offer support

It isn't always easy to know how to help a friend with depression. Learn the symptoms of depression, how to check in and 8 ways to offer mental health support.

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Dealing with depression: 12 tips to help you cope
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 8/23/23 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 8/23/23

Dealing with depression: 12 tips to help you cope

Depression is hard, but support is out there. We explore the importance of self-care and key coping skills, like meditation, to help you navigate depression.

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