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Wisconsin's Second Razor Clam Dig Starts Nov. 26 at One Beach, Others Follow
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The next evening razor clam dig will get under way Monday (Nov. 26) at Twin Harbors beach, then expand to include openings at Long Beach, Copalis and Mocrocks later in the week.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) approved the dig after marine toxin tests at all four beaches confirmed the clams are safe to eat.
No digging will be allowed at any of those beaches until after noon.
Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager, advises that diggers dress for the weather and carry a lantern or strong flashlight during the upcoming openings.
"There was some fairly strong wind and rain during the dig earlier this month, so we recommend that diggers prepare for more of the same," Ayres said.
The dig at Twin Harbors will run six days, extending through Saturday (Dec. 1). Long Beach will open for digging Thursday (Nov. 29), followed by Copalis and Mocrocks on Friday (Nov. 30). All beaches will close to digging at midnight Saturday (Dec. 1).
Digging days and evening low tides for those beaches are:
- Nov. 26, Monday, 5:16 p.m., -0.1 ft, Twin Harbors
- Nov. 27, Tuesday, 5:52 p.m., -0.3 ft., Twin Harbors
- Nov. 28, Wednesday, 6:27 p.m., -0.4 ft., Twin Harbors
- Nov. 29, Thursday, 7:01 p.m., -0.4 ft., Twin Harbors, Long Beach
- Nov. 30, Friday, 7:35 p.m., -0.3 ft., Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
- Dec. 1, Saturday, 8:10 p.m., -0.1 ft., Twin Harbors, Long Beach, Copalis, Mocrocks
Ayres noted that the best digging occurs one to two hours prior to low tide.
Clam diggers are limited to 15 razor clams per day, and are required to keep the first 15 clams they dig. Each digger's clams must be kept in a separate container.
All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2012-13 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Licenses, ranging from a three-day razor clam license to an annual combination fishing license, are available on WDFW's website at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov and from license vendors around the state.
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Depression is a serious illness that affects a person's thoughts, mood, body and ability to function in everyday life. Although it's a fairly common disorder, many people don't talk about it. No one knows exactly what causes depression, and the symptoms are not always the same in everyone. In some cases, symptoms can appear suddenly for no known apparent reason, or they may occur after a traumatic event, a personal crisis or an illness. To be diagnosed with major depression, a person must have at least five of the following symptoms nearly every day for at least two weeks:
- Feeling sad or empty
- Decreased interest or pleasure in activities
- Appetite change with weight loss or weight gain
- Decreased or increased sleeping
- Fatigue or loss of energy
- Feeling worthless or guilty
- Being either agitated or slowed down
- Difficulty thinking or concentrating
- Recurrent thoughts of death or suicide, symptoms can range from mild to severe, but depression that is bad enough to require treatment is not the same as feeling sad or "blue" temporarily. Without treatment, depression can severely restrict people's lives and last for months or years.
Because the symptoms and intensity of depression can vary from day to day, it's important to talk with those closest to you about what you are experiencing. These conversations are often difficult, but most experts agree that they are helpful. Some general guidelines might make it easier for you to talk to your family and friends about your particular experience with depression.
Deciding When to Tell Others about Your Depression
If you believe you are depressed, but haven't been diagnosed, the first step is to talk with your primary care physician. If you are diagnosed with clinical depression, treatments can help - both medications and talk therapy.
Many people mistakenly believe that talking about depression will make it worse, so they hide their diagnosis. But most experts recommend that depressed patients confide in at least one family member or close friend about their diagnosis. For most patients, talking through feelings with someone they trust is a good way to get support, determine which feelings of sadness or grief are normal, and decide when to seek professional help.
Before you talk to family and friends about your condition, it's helpful to decide whom to tell and when to tell them. And because talking about depression for the first time can be uncomfortable, experts recommend that you decide who in your life will be the most supportive and talk to that person first. This may be your spouse, partner, a close friend or even your entire family. The decision to tell others is yours alone, but it's helpful to think about how this news will be received and to take care of yourself as you tell others.
Set Appropriate Expectations When You Disclose Depression
It's important to keep your expectations realistic whenever you tell someone about your depression.
The person you tell will likely be concerned about you and want to help you get better. But unless they have had depression themselves or have experienced it in others on a very personal level, it's possible that they will not truly understand what it's like. Because depression cannot be seen or felt, they may tell you to just 'snap out of it' or think that you can simply 'make yourself happy.'
What you say and how you tell them may make the difference between their ability to provide support or become frustrated and even angry with you. Much of their reaction may depend on how you explain your feelings and your diagnosis.
Tips for Letting Loved Ones Know About Your Depression
Here are some things to consider when talking to your family and friends about your depression:
- Ask your doctor or therapist for advice about how to explain depression.
- Use educational materials such as books, brochures or Web pages that have been recommended by your doctor or therapist.
- Be sure to explain that depression is common and treatable.
- Reassure your family that you want to get better.
- Explain that they didn't cause your depression and it's not their responsibility to fix it.
- Make sure you let them know that you do want and need their support.
- Let them know what they can do to help you, such as go to appointments with you, make sure you take your medications or help monitor your symptoms.
- Tell them about your specific symptoms and how they affect your behavior or energy level day to day.
- Tell them you'll provide them with updates on your progress.
How to Tell Your Children About Depression
If you have children, they may wonder why mommy or daddy is so sad and acting differently. Depression is often hidden from children out of fear or embarrassment, but many kids will sense that something is wrong. If a problem is not talked about, they may come up with their own reasons, attribute family problems to something they did or didn't do and feel overwhelming guilt. The conversations you have with your child about depression will vary according to the child's age and ability to understand the concept of depression. Here are some common questions children have about a parent's depression, and suggestions for helpful answers:
- What Is Depression? Explain that depression causes people to act in ways that are different from how they act normally and that you may be tired, sad or angry and not have energy to do things you used to do. This is an opportunity to tell your child about your depression symptoms and explain that just like other illness, depression can be treated.
- Will You Get Better? Reassure your child that adults treated for depression usually get better, and that you are doing everything you can to feel better quickly.
- Did I Cause You to Be Sad and Can I Make You Better? Tell your child that they did not cause your depression and it is not their job to fix it. You can further explain that you are working with doctors and therapists to get better and the best way your child can help is to ask questions and share their feelings with you.
- Will I Get Depression Too? You can tell your child that, as with other illnesses, no one can predict who will get depression, but that it's not contagious and your child can't "catch" it. Finally reassure them that it's unlikely that they will get depressed, but if they do there are many treatments, like the medications you're taking or therapy you're getting.
The Stress of Depression on Family and Friends
You may find that disclosing to family and close friends is not as difficult as you feared. In many cases, those closest to you probably suspected that something was wrong. They may have noticed changes in your behavior, energy level and activity long before you were diagnosed. They may even be relieved to know what is wrong and that you are getting help.
Once you have told people, don't hesitate to ask for their help with household chores or other tasks of daily living if you need it. Those closest to you will most likely be happy to help, and in many cases the family of a depressed patient is the biggest source of support.
However, depression is not always easily understood and the stress of this condition may create conflict within your family and with other close personal relationships. If you are struggling with issues such as this, you may want to consider family therapy or couples counseling so you can get objective insights and help during difficult times.
Getting Support from Friends When You're Depressed
Whether you tell friends about your illness is entirely up to you. This decision is personal and depends upon your individual circumstances and the level of trust you have with those you choose to tell. The best decision for you may not be the best decision for another person, but many people find it helpful to talk with friends about their condition because friends help keep them connected and feeling less isolated.
You will want to determine which friends to tell and how to tell them in the same way as you decided which family members to tell. It's also important to consider why you want to tell them and what you expect of them once they know. Making this decision may require the input of your therapist or your trusted family members.
Once you decide to talk to friends, you may find that they, like your family, already suspected that you had depression. They may also share personal experiences of their own struggle with depression or that of a family member.
Having friends understand and support you during your treatment for depression can be valuable, but you may not be able to rely exclusively on your friends or your family. Finding a support group is another way to connect with others who will be able to identify with your situation, listen to your feelings and offer support. Even if your family and friends are supportive, joining a support group gives you one more outlet to talk about your feelings. It also allows your loved ones to step down from their role as your main support system, which can be emotionally draining and a difficult role to maintain.
The Pros and Cons of Disclosing Depression at Work
Whether to tell your employer or co-workers about your depression is not an easy decision. There many things that you will want to consider carefully, and no one answer will be right for everyone.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it illegal to discriminate against a person with a disability as long as the person can perform the essential functions of the job. If you are seeking protection or reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, you are required to disclose your condition. If you let your employer know about your depression in order to seek work accommodations, keep in mind that it is sometimes difficult to define essential job functions or prove your ability to perform these functions, and employers and employees sometimes end up in court to sort this out.
Before disclosing a depression diagnosis, consider how your employer may respond by looking at your office culture and how others behave. Has anyone else been open about a medical condition? How were they received? Does the company allow other types of reasonable accommodation such as telecommuting or flexible schedules? Some work situations make it difficult or unsafe to disclose, and keeping quiet may be the best choice. You are the only one who can decide what is right for you.
If you do disclose, it's often helpful to explain how you will continue to perform your job and ask for the specific accommodations you may need. Often simply stating that you want to continue working and are taking necessary action to get well puts your employer at ease and makes it easier to address potential problems early.
Other Sources of Support for Depression
While family and friends can be of the greatest support to someone dealing with depression, there may be times when you will want to talk with others who are going through the same thing. Depression support groups, conducted with a professional therapist or counselor, can provide another avenue for some patients to find support and community. Your therapist may be able to provide local referrals or let you know if a group may be helpful for you. Not everyone benefits from support groups, and there are many different formats and phases of support. It's important to find a group the matches you personal situation.
Another option for some people may be an employee assistance program (EAP). Many companies offer such a program to help employees deal with personal problems that may affect their work performance, health or productivity. These programs often include short-term counseling and referral services for employees and their family that are paid for by insurance.
More Information on Depression
For more information on depression, check out these HealthTalk resources:
- Depression: How to Intervene
- Keeping Depression a Secret at Work
- I Can't Talk to Anyone About My Depression


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