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Getting help for holiday depression
ByJane Albert December 12, 2022December 12, 2022

The holidays are “the most wonderful time of the year.” Friends are cooking, shopping, and comparing holiday plans. With all of this activity comes the expectation that we too must feel festive, excited, and involved. However, for some of us, the holidays bring feelings of loss and regret. We compare the present with the past…

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Chronic disease self-management program
ByJane Albert May 31, 2022May 31, 2022

Question: I am a relatively healthy 65-year-old whose arthritis and back pain have been gradually getting worse. I don’t feel old but am finding the discomfort very wearing. I use a cane when I walk and can’t sit for extended periods, even in my most comfortable chair. I’ve tried all sorts of remedies—medication, therapy, and exercise—but…

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