Re-Release: Exploring Social Connections as a Key to Overcoming Depression, Plus Maddi’s Story

Social connection is one of the strongest protectors against depression. In this episode, we talk with registered social worker, Sarah Rosenfeld about why human connection is so important for our mental health, and how to keep relationships alive when motivation is thin. We also hear from Maddi, a Calgary Counselling Centre client, who shares how individual and group counselling helped her feel less alone and build day-to-day tools.From October 6–12, take the free, confidential depression screening quiz at areyoufeelingok.com. "Living Fully" is not a substitute or alternative for professional care or treatment. Calgary Counselling Centre and Counselling Alberta provide effective counselling for anyone in Alberta with no wait list and no financial barriers.For help across Canada and the United States, call 211. If you are outside Canada and the U.S., seek help from your general medical practitioner.