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U.S. Airmen carry their deployment gear as they arrive at the Joint Mobility Complex for exercise Polar Force at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Nov. 16, 2021. Polar Force is a two-week exercise designed to test JBER’s mission readiness while strengthening and developing the skills service members require when facing adverse situations.
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Why less sunlight in the wintertime can put you at risk of depression

During winter months at Fort Wainwright in Alaska, the sun comes up around 10 a.m. and sets a little bit before 3 p.m. Along with the frigid weather, the extended darkness creates an increased risk...
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Mental Notes with Hilary Valdez: Men and depression

As a therapist stationed at the Marine Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms, California, in the beautiful Mojave Desert, my job was to help the hardcore Marines rotating in-and-out of Iraq.
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Mental Notes with Hilary Valdez: Coping with depression

Are we frustrated with the COVID-19 consequences? The restrictions of movement, isolation, and separation from our family and friends can be very frustrating.
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Depression can feel lonely, here are 3 ways to cope

Anyone who has ever struggled with depression knows it is truly an illness that can take so much. It can take control of your life making it feel like life is not worth living.
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The language of anger and depression among patients with concussions

To combat stigma and ensure appropriate care, behavioral health providers need to listen more attentively to service members with mild traumatic brain injuries, also known as concussions, when discussing their mental health, according to new research from the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury Center, a division of the Defense Health Agency...
Some individuals suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also referred to as Depressive Disorder. As the name suggests, it’s a form of depression that occurs during the seasonal change to winter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley)
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Are you sad or are you SAD?

It’s that time of year again, when the warm summer fades into autumn chills and frosty winters.
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. (Photo Credit: Tyler Gourley)
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Researchers determine factors in military spouse depression

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.
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VIDEO| Japanese comfort foods great cure if you're sick

If you do get sick in Japan, the good news is that there are many delicious foods to help you feel better in no time.
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Japanese seaweed: All about 6 of Japan’s most popular varieties!

As an island nation, Japan harvests numerous types of seaweed from all around the country, such as hijiki from the crevices of rocks by the sea, and kombu from the shallow waters off the coastline.
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Taste of Japan: Crispy pork cutlet with soft, scrumptious egg

Katsudon is a popular Japanese food made with deep-fried breaded pork cutlet, egg, and seasonings over rice.
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Strange Japanese foods foreigners in Japan love

Here are some foods that may appear strange to foreigners but are quite delicious and findable in Japan.
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Simple recipes for 4 easy Japanese rice dishes

In Japan, rice has a rich history which dates back over 2000 years. It’s a staple in many traditional dishes and has become an important part of Japanese food culture.
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VIDEO| Taste of Italy: Let's cook delicious pasta in the microwave

As far as cooking is concerned, I am all for cutting corners. But, when I learned that pasta could be cooked in the microwave, I had to take it with a grain of salt.