Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder and Coping Strategies
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression related to seasonal changes, often starting in the fall and continuing through winter.
• Symptoms of SAD include feeling listless, losing interest in activities, and experiencing changes in sleep and appetite.
• Coping strategies for SAD include light therapy, vitamin D supplements, cognitive behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes like regular exercise and a healthy diet.
Understanding SAD and how to cope
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often referred to as seasonal depression or winter depression, is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons. SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. If you’re like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you feel moody. Less often, SAD causes depression in the spring or early summer.
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