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The Guardian has two stories today about things which are good for your mental health.

A strong circle of family and friends can boost your health more than exercise, losing weight or giving up smoking, according to psychologists.

And, walking in the woods can help tackle depression and stress.

Meanwhile, the BBC reports on the latest fears that a new version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, a guidebook used by psychiatrists, could lead to more people being diagnosed with a mental health condition.

Read the complete post at http://www.communitycare.co.uk/blogs/mental-health/2010/07/forests-and-friends-two-things-1.html


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