Title: Stress, depression and the holidays: Tips for coping - Mayo Clinic
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Stress, depression and the holidays: Tips for coping
Tips to prevent holiday stress and depression
Take control of the holidays

Content: You may even end up enjoying the holidays more than you thought you would. Tips to prevent holiday stress and depression
When stress is at its peak, it's hard to stop and regroup. Try to prevent stress and depression in the first place, especially if the holidays have taken an emotional toll on you in the past. Acknowledge your feelings. If someone close to you has recently died or you can't be with loved ones for other reasons, realize that it's normal to feel sadness and grief. It's OK to take time to cry or express your feelings. You can't force yourself to be happy just because it's the holiday season. Reach out. If you feel lonely or isolated, seek out community, religious or other social events or communities. Many may have websites, online support groups, social media sites or virtual events.