E013 Coping with the Blues

First 100 Words
Everyone has the blues from time to time. Feelings of sadness, hurt, loneliness, stress, or anger can strike along with difficult life experiences. You feel upset. Feelings linger longer than you’d like, but you can still function and you know you will bounce back. Can you learn skills to help you bounce back faster and achieve new personal heights in response to life’s difficulties? Yes, you can!

Certain life events or medical problems can cause overwhelming sadness. These conditions include symptoms of depression that require medical treatment or support from mental health professionals. . . .

When To Use
EAP direct service, waiting room, EAP promotional events.

How to Use
How to tell normal blues from depression. Cognitive intervention to limit frequency of the blues, and when to seek professional help.