Title: Holiday Depression: Statistics & How to Deal
Headings: Holiday Depression
Holiday Depression
Why Is Depression So Common During the Holidays?
Social Isolation
Grieving During the Holidays
Begin a New Tradition
Don’t Give In to Holiday Pressures
Volunteer
Get Back to Nature
Major Depressive Disorder with Seasonal Pattern
Dealing with Holiday Depression

Content: or “Why is everyone else so much happier than I am?” One of the best ways to deal with social isolation is to reach out to friends or family for support. You can also try talking to a therapist. They can help you figure out where your feelings come from and develop solutions to overcome them. Grieving During the Holidays
Some people may be keenly aware of the loss of a loved one during the holiday season. Here are several ways to stave off the holiday blues that may descend at this time: Begin a New Tradition
Try planning a family outing or vacation, instead of spending the holidays at home. Don’t Give In to Holiday Pressures
Feel free to leave an event if you aren’t comfortable. Be willing to tell others, “I’m not up for this right now.” Volunteer
Helping others can also be very helpful for you, too.