Depression affects 16 million Americans and 75% of adults report experiencing moderate to high levels of stress on an ongoing basis. Both stress and depression can be particularly brutal during the Holiday Season. What does the latest research tell us about depression and stress and the impact on our minds and bodies? How can we ALL stay mentally healthy during the holidays & year-round?

Hear from renowned mental health experts;

​ Philippe Goldin , Ph.D., Associate Professor at UC Davis & Clinical Neuroscientist

Elissa Epel , Ph.D., Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, at University of California, San Francisco

Emily Hine , Vice President of Meru Health and writer at Holy Sit.

Our speakers are experts in the field of stress, depression, mindfulness and human emotions and will cover topics such as:

Why do people become depressed and is it "curable?"

Warning signs and symptoms of depression and stress

How we can all play a role in destigmatizing mental health issues

Easy to access treatment options to counteract stress and depression

Medicating vs. Meditating: How alcohol and other drugs might initially “medicate” symptoms of stress and depression, but healthier choices exist that contribute to longer-term symptom reduction and overall well-being

How to make the holiday a time of restoration and reconnection and,

Finally, we’ll leave you with preventative practices and practical tips to rejuvenate your vitality, and help stay ahead of the Holiday Blues.

If you, or someone you know suffers from depression or stress, please join us for this important session on how we can all take better care of ourselves and one another so that we enjoy this Holiday Season!

Hosted by WeWork.

Please Note: Your RSVP ensures your seat. If you can’t make it, thanks for changing your RSVP so that others can attend this limited capacity, free event.

The 2-Minute Mind Check is a community initiative of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), the National Alliance on Mental Illness (SF), WeWork, and Meru Health.



