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9 Bad Habits that Impact Mental Health

By: Emily Lockhart on Wednesday, November 5th

Unbeknownst to many, seemingly innocent habits, even tiny ones, can affect your mental health. Everything from your level of physical fitness to your use of social media can dilute mood, positivity, and sabotage your mental wellbeing.

Here are nine small bad habits that have a big impact on mental health…

1. Living the Sedentary Life

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