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Meditation and Depression

Posted on April 16, 2018

Depression can send our anxiety into a spiral. Some members on MyDepressionTeam say that meditation can improve your mood and reduce anxious thoughts. Taking a moment to yourself, sitting in a quiet or dark room, and quieting racing thoughts are beneficial meditation practices.

On MyDepressionTeam, the social network and online support group for those living with depression, members talk about a range of personal experiences and struggles. Meditation is one of the frequently discussed topics.


Here are a few question-and-answer threads about meditation:


Here are some conversations about meditation:


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Posted on April 16, 2018
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