RELIEF
THROUGH MUSIC How some songs can alleviate the stresses of SAD written by Olivia Gianettino graphics by Mary Alvarez and Kristen Uppercue
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he cold weather and grey skies of winter creep up out of nowhere, and its symptoms are harsh; in an instant, roads freeze over and soft lips chap against the dry air. Far less talked about but just as common, another tell-tale sign of the changing season is the worsening of depression. Thankfully, there are healthy, easy ways to deal with it, and music can be a big part of the process.
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