Jodi Leeker, licensed clinical social worker and program director of Behavioral Health at BRMC, shares the symptoms of depression


Jodi Leeker, program director at Baxter Regional Medical Center’s Adult Behavior Health Center says winter blues are very real. But not to worry, there are number of things people can do stave off those melancholy feelings. KEVIN PIEPER/FOR LIVING WELL


Beating the ‘holiday blues’ Joanne Bratton For Living Well


While the holidays may be a happy time for gathering with family or friends, not everyone looks forward to the season. It may be a particularly difficult time for those who have lost family members or are dealing with family conflict, or for a host of other reasons. ❚ Jodi Leeker, licensed clin- ical social worker and program director of Behavioral Health at Baxter Re- gional Medical Center, shares the symptoms of depression and ways to help avoid it during the holidays. ❚ If you feel depressed during this time of year, know you are not alone and there are people who can help.


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