In this episode Stacy and Lindsay discuss MOOD AND DEPRESSION. It’s that time of year when Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) starts to occur, so we wanted to share tips for easing symptoms of depression. 
We discuss: 
-How to tell the difference between a depressive episode, depressive disorder and sadness. 
-Common signs and symptoms of depression. 
-The different factors that cause depression and why it can be hard to tease out. 
-Ways depression shows up differently for kids and teens. 
-Symptoms of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and how it is often overlooked. 
-Coping strategies to ease symptoms and boost mood. 
-The importance of boundaries and self care when struggling with mood. 
-Tips for how to support someone when they or a loved one are struggling with depression. 
-Identifying your patterns with mood tracking

Take Two this week by paying attention to patterns in your mood.  If someone you care about is struggling with depression watch the tik tok below that gives some great examples of how to offer support.

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTFuGBsAU/

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