Many people are dealing with loss, depression or stress.
Public health expert and Black health storyteller Dr. Michael Forde joined ABC7 Chicago Wednesday with some tips to help navigate the holidays and the start of a new year.
Those include maintaining consistency, setting boundaries and staying connected.
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Forde spoke on some of the common mental health challenges people face over the holidays and why they show up this time of year.
He also touched on giving yourself grace and staying connected to support.
Visit Forde's Instagram page for more information.