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Diet
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CS, LO
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Moderate expense
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Relationship found between dietary quality and depression; RCTs now required to validate
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PA/Exercise
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CS*, LO*, CTs
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Inexpensive
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Strong evidence of efficacy for improving mood
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Recreation
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OB, CTs
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Variable expense
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No studies exploring recreational activities for depression (aside from music therapy)
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Relaxation & meditative techniques
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CTs
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Inexpensive
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Evidence supports relaxation techniques (especially with a mindfulness component) in improving mood
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Sleep
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CS, LO, CTs
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No expense
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Strong causal link between sleep amount and quality, and depression risk
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Environment
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CS, LO, CTs
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Potentially not adjustable
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Association between reduction of pollution and mood; CTs showing NAT improves mood
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Socialization
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CS, LO
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No expense
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Strong association between social support/networks and mental health
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Animal/Pet therapy
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CS, CTs
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Moderate expense
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Studies support the psychological benefits of animals and pets
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Vices (smoking, alcohol)
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CS, LO
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Potential to save money
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Association between smoking and alcohol, and depressed mood
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