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Resilience during holidays can be daunting, but possible
December 9, 2020 — Joint Base San Antonio offers many programs and services which can help lift spirits and assist in navigating the holidays in a positive way... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio offers many programs and services which can help lift spirits and assist in navigating the holidays in a positive way.

Understanding depression in a time of COVID-19
September 28, 2020 — This is a stressful, uncertain time. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many significant changes to how we live daily life. Social distancing, quarantine, and isolation can be overwhelming and may cause feelings of insecurity, confusion, hopelessness, and, ultimately, depression... MORE

The National Institute for Mental Health defines depression as a common but serious mood disorder that negatively affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities such as sleeping, eating, and working.

It’s complicated: Our relationship with social media
April 4, 2020 — We’re in the midst of a challenging, emotional time as most of the nation is working from home and many service members are deployed in support of the COVID-19 pandemic. Scrolling through social media posts about COVID-19 may intensify negative feelings, especially for those struggling with depression or loneliness... MORE

Social media during downtime can be a tricky activity in these days of pandemic and social distancing.

Depression can offer opportunity for reconnection
December 6, 2019 — As a psychologist, I am frequently asked by my patients about the seriousness of their condition: “What does this mean? Am I crazy to be feeling this way? Do I have mental issues?”... MORE

355th Medical Group Mental Health clinic personnel discuss routine tasks at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., Nov. 27, 2019.

Researchers determine factors in military spouse depression
March 5, 2019 — Research from the Anxiety and Depression Association of America has found a number of factors that increase risk of Major Depressive Disorder, or MDD, in military spouses... MORE

Research from the Anxiety and Depression Association of America has found a number of factors that increase risk of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in military spouses.