What Seasonal Changes Bring: From Winter Blues to SAD
2 days ago · As the seasons change, many of us notice shifts in mood and energy. These shifts are triggered by reduced daylight and colder weather, making it harder to stay upbeat and motivated during fall and winter. While some experience mild “winter blues,” others face a more intense condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Seasonal affective disorder: Not just the winter blues
Jan 5, 2023 · Contributing factors for seasonal affective disorder SAD is thought to be caused by the seasonal change in exposure to light in the environment that occurs in the fall, winter and spring months. These changes may affect the amount of the hormone melatonin produced by the body in some people, resulting in abnormalities in neurotransmitters in ...
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Dec 1, 2024 · What distinguishes seasonal affective disorder from the so-called winter blues — and what to do about it. (Getty Creative) December is Seasonal Depression Awareness Month, and it's...
Winter blues increase during mental health crisis - CityNews Ottawa
5 days ago · The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) defines seasonal affective disorder (SAD) as “a kind of depression that appears at certain times of the year”. Typically SAD begins in the fall when daylight decreases and continues through the winter.
14 Surprising Ways to Beat the Winter Blues - Healthline
6 days ago · This may take a toll on mental health, leading to seasonal depression or seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Whether you’re experiencing post-holiday or January blues or seasonal depression, a ...
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Dec 11, 2024 · "Winter blues" (subsyndromal SAD) is just a less severe form of seasonal affective disorder. Sitting by bright windows or getting out of the house can brighten your day.
More than Winter Blues: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder
Dec 9, 2024 · Although it’s often referred to as “winter blues,” SAD is more than just feeling “down.” In fact, SAD can be debilitating. Symptoms can interfere with an individual’s daily functioning and cause changes in mood, energy levels, sleep, appetite and more.
Winter Blues vs. SAD: How to Spot the Difference and Boost Your …
Dec 4, 2024 · Some research reports suggest that the winter blues are a mild form of SAD called subsyndromal seasonal affective disorder. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of recurrent major depressive disorder (MMD) where depressive episodes occur during the same season each year.
Is It Seasonal Affective Disorder or the Winter Blues?
Nov 15, 2024 · Is the winter darkness getting you down? Learn the difference between the winter blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder, and discover ways to feel better during the colder months.
The Science Behind the Winter Blues: Understanding Seasonal Affective ...
Feb 6, 2024 · Engaging in an in-depth exploration of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as the “January Blues”, this article seeks to elucidate the underpinnings of Winter Depression. It...