Some of the typical symptoms of pregnancy may be similar to those of prenatal depression. Don't ignore these symptoms or write them off as "hormones" if they are consistently troubling you. If you suspect depression, make an appointment with your OB/GYN. Explain your symptoms and ask for an evaluation to let a professional determine if you are dealing with depression.  To diagnose depression, your doctor may conduct an interview regarding your symptoms and ask you to complete questionnaires. Symptoms of prenatal depression may include fatigue, feeling extremely sad or blue, loneliness, anxiety, and irritability. Expectant mothers may also have trouble sleeping, experience loss of energy, and see changes in their appetite levels. If your doctor confirms that you are dealing with depression, they will probably refer you to a mental health provider, such as a psychologist or psychiatrist. This professional may ask even more questions to determine the severity of your symptoms and figure out an appropriate treatment plan.  Depending on the severity of your prenatal depression, your mental health provider may recommend psychotherapy and/or medications to treat your symptoms. Cognitive-behavioral therapy may be effective in helping you change negative thought patterns. In addition, your doctor may prescribe an anti-depressant medication for more severe forms of depression. Consult with your doctor about low-risk medication options that are safer for your baby, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs). Throughout treatment, you may continue to work with both professionals (i.e. your OB/GYN or mid-wife and mental health provider) to ensure the health and well-being of both you and your baby. If you are depressed during pregnancy, you will most likely be recommended to a psychotherapist. This form of treatment is safe and allows you to treat the underlying causes of depression, such as negative thought patterns. In therapy, you will learn ways to counteract destructive thoughts and develop effective ways of coping with stress. Seeing a therapist once a week (or more, as needed) can help you feel supported and less alone in dealing with your depression. Complementary treatments like massage may also be beneficial in treating prenatal depression. Massage therapy has been shown to reduce depressive symptoms, relieve anxiety, and reduce back and leg pain in pregnant women. Visit a spa or masseuse to receive massage therapy from a professional. Many therapy centers have special packages designed for pregnant women. Acupuncture is an alternative medical practice that has been shown to help with a variety of physical and mental conditions, including depression in pregnant women.  Many alternative treatments, like acupuncture, have been thoroughly studied and don’t present any harmful side effects to your baby. Still, you should talk to your doctor about this treatment option beforehand. Be sure to see a certified acupuncturist who is skilled in treating pregnant women with depression. Another alternative treatment for prenatal depression is bright light therapy, which involves looking into a light box for a prescribed amount of time each day to stimulate the production of a chemical called serotonin that affects mood and sleep. This treatment option is cost-effective and can be carried out in the comfort of your home.  In addition to helping with depressive symptoms, bright light therapy may also address other co-occurring issues affecting pregnant women, such as sleep deprivation and fatigue. Ask your therapist about bright light therapy to see if it is appropriate for your case.
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One-sentence summary -- See your doctor for an accurate diagnosis. Discuss your treatment options. See a therapist regularly. Try massage therapy. Look into acupuncture. Talk to your therapist about bright light therapy.


Another great way to convey new information to someone is to compare it to something he or she is familiar with. Find out what your client does or is interested in, and compare SEO to that. For example: If your client is the manager of a lakeside hotel resort, then compare SEO to the hotel business. In this case, you could compare good reviews to good links (authority), and the things the hotel has to offer, such as a sauna and a lakeside view, to a website's content and keywords. Some people are visual learners, and may require some sort of illustration (such as a chart or diagram) to help understand things. For example, if you are explaining the different aspects of SEO, consider drawing a circle on a piece of paper, and labeling it with that aspect. Then, move your pen, pencil, or finger over each bubble as you talk about it. You could also consider drawing a comic where Person A asks Person B questions about how SEO works, and Person A answers them. If you are meeting your client in person, open up a search engine and type in the terms one would use to find his or her website. For example, if your client is a residential architect, specializing in exterior design, type the words "residential architect exterior design" followed by the city name. If your client's website does not show up on the first page, but his or her competitor's does, he or she might then realize the importance of SEO.
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One-sentence summary -- Make familiar comparisons. Consider using illustrations while explaining SEO. Consider using a physical example.


If you're coming out of a long-term relationship, especially with someone you shared a house or apartment with, being alone may feel scary or intimidating. The best way to get over your ex (and distract yourself from any temptation to call him/her) is to be around other people as often as you can.  Reach out to friends and family members, even if you haven't seen them or heard from them in a while. It's okay if you have to initiate the planning; the important thing is not to be alone. Try taking up a new hobby or enrolling in a class, and ask a friend to try it out with you. This can be a great distraction from your feelings and a good bonding experience between you and your friend. After a long relationship, you probably have a lot of physical objects that remind you of your ex. These may be little gifts and shared objects, and seeing them everyday can be a constant reminder of your past relationship. Getting rid of (or at least hiding) these objects that remind you of your ex can help you feel less compelled to contact your ex in the wake of a breakup.   Box up anything that reminds you of the other person. Whether it's photographs, gifts, or belongings that he/she left behind, it's best to keep them out of sight. If you can't keep these sentimental reminders in your home without dwelling on your ex or feeling tempted to contact him/her, throw them in the trash. Just be sure to arrange for a mutual friend to return any belongings that your ex may want back before you throw anything out. Sometimes moving on from a breakup can be difficult. Even after removing the sentimental reminders of your ex, you may find yourself thinking about him or her on a regular basis, and that may give you the urge to contact your ex. If you're having a hard time moving past the breakup, making some changes in your routine or your life in general may help.  If you shared a house or apartment, move out and find a new place in a different neighborhood. If you work together or used to work together, consider looking for a new job. If you don't want to leave your job but you still work together and share space, ask your boss if you can change desks to be farther away from one another. Find other ways to change up your routine and your physical surroundings. Do whatever you can to make subtle changes in your life and erase all reminders of your ex. Whether you were the person who initiated the breakup or your actions/behavior led to your ex breaking up with you, you may be carrying around some guilt. It's important to accept the past and move on in order to heal. Remember that no matter how guilty you may feel, your ex certainly played a role in things falling apart - and that's okay. Moving on means learning how to love yourself and forgive yourself for your mistakes. Eventually, once you've forgiven yourself, you may be able to forgive your ex as well.
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Spend as much time as possible with friends and family. Put away or get rid of sentimental reminders. Change your life to stop thinking about your ex. Forgive yourself for any part you played in the breakup.