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Depression is More Common During the Holidays.

At the 2 minute mark Dr. Norman E. Rosenthal talks about holiday depression.

Brief Transcript (starting at 1:58)

Norman Rosenthal:

Everybody thinks the holidays is going to be this tremendous party, and everybody is going to have so much fun. But, for a lot of people it isn't always that way.

News Reporter:

Dr. Norman Rosenthal sees a spike in depression cases during the month of December. The holidays can bring past memories of loved ones or make people more critical of themselves, especially when they expect to have a perfect holiday.

Norman Rosenthal:

A big cause of holiday dissatisfaction is unrealistic expectations, and that is driven by the commercial cycle.

News Reporter:

He urges those who are depressed to get back to the basics by celebrating the real meaning of the season. He emphasizes the human connections rather than the material side of the holidays.

Norman Rosenthal:

Remember get into the spirit of things: relaxing, being with friends and family, reaching out...

This is a news clip where Norman Rosenthal talks about holiday depression.

For more information about Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder and the Winter Blues you can visit his blog at http://www.normanrosenthal.com/blog/