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    Sidelined By Concussion: Rethinking The Restful Approach To Recovery

    December 27, 2019

    While rest and refraining from activities may be part of the equation, we know that the best form of recovery is active treatment. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: brain injury, concussion, concussion 101, concussion management, depression, mood, neuromythology, patience, rest, sleep

    Learn more about health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Understanding A Mood/Anxiety Concussion

    February 28, 2018

    If you suffer a mood/anxiety concussion, excessive worrying may seem to take over your life. Learn more about this type of concussion with our infographic. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: anxiety, concussion, concussion symptoms, concussion treatment, infographic, mood, sleep, worry

    The link between sleep and depression
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    3 Incredible Ways Running Can Improve Your Mood

    April 25, 2017

    Walking and running come with benefits for both the body and mind. Learn about the mental health benefits of running and how exercise can improve your mood. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

    Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Mental Health

    Tagged with: anxiety, benefits of running, depression, exercise, mental health, mood, runner's high, running, treatments for depression, walking

    Learn how running can improve your mood
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    Understanding Concussion Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation

    October 25, 2016

    This infographic of the clinical trajectories of concussions can be used as a model for understanding concussion assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: anxiety, cervical, Coach Category 1, cognitive, concussion, fatigue, migraine, mood, ocular, trajectory, vestibular ocular motor screening

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  • Videos

    Seasonal Affective Disorder: How Seasons Change Your Mood

    October 16, 2015

    For many people, their mood changes as the seasons do. Learn about seasonal affective disorder and discover ways to cope with it. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

    Tagged with: depression, mood, SAD, seasonal affective disorder, seasonal mood, winter

    Learn more about seasonal affective disorder
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Can Your Attitude Help Your Friends Feel Happier?

    February 22, 2015

    If you're happy and positive, you have a big effect on those around you. Find tips for keeping a positive circle of friends. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health

    Tagged with: 100 happy days, behavior, depression, emotions, friends, happify, mood, positive

    Get tips on growing positive relationships
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Changing Your Diet Can Change Your Mood

    January 24, 2015

    WARNING! Your mood is about to take a nosedive! Discover how your daily diet can influence your mood and find foods that will help promote a healthy life. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: broccoli, caffeine, Leslie Bonci, mood, nutrition, protein, smart carbs, sports nutrition, UPMC Nutrition Services

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