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Get Healthy @ the Library

Get Healthy @ the Library

Daily Life with Depression

Introduction to Depression
Treatment & Therapy for Depression
More Information
Books & More
Reference by Appointment

Self-management and Practical Aspects
Taking Care of Yourself with Depression: Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Geriatric Mental Health Foundation - Provides practical steps for taking care of yourself.

Getting Help

AARP - An easy to use gateway to find help for yourself and your loved ones.

Treatment-Resistant Depression: Explore Options When Depression Won’t Go Away

Mayo Clinic - Features the causes of treatment-resistant depression and psychotherapy, drug, and alternative treatment options.
Exercise
Exercise: You Don’t Have to Knock Yourself Out to Feel Good
American Psychological Association - A brief article about the benefits of exercise.

Exercise Helps Keep Your Psyche Fit
American Psychological Association - Examines exercise as an effective, cost-effective treatment for depression.

Depression and Anxiety: Exercise Eases Symptoms

Mayo Clinic - Provides realistic goals and tips for starting an exercise program.

Emotional & Social Aspects

Living with a Depressed Person
Cleveland Clinic - This site provides practical information and tips for partners and caregivers.

Fact Sheet: What to Do When Depression Enters a Relationship

Mental Health America - Contains concise information for the depressed and for partners of someone experiencing depression.

Depression and Divorce

WebMD - An article on the effect of depression on marriage and relationships including links for finding help, common treatments, and more.

Depression: Supporting a Family Member or Friend with Depression
Mayo Clinic - Tips to learn about symptoms, encourage treatment, create a wellness guide, provide support, understand suicide risks, and take care of yourself.

A Guide to Mental Wellness in Older Age: Care Giving, the Role of Family Members and Friends

Geriatric Mental Health Foundation - Consumer health information for caregivers. What you can do and what to expect.

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