Seasonal Affective Disorder: Weather’s Hidden Impact
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression linked to seasonal changes, primarily during fall and winter due to reduced sunlight.
• Symptoms of SAD include persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite and sleep, and feelings of hopelessness.
• Management strategies for SAD include light therapy, antidepressant medications, psychotherapy, and lifestyle adjustments like increased sunlight exposure and regular exercise.
SAD: Depression linked to seasonal changes
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often referred to as seasonal depression or the 'winter blues,' is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons. SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. Most people who get SAD start to feel symptoms in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping their energy and making them feel moody. These symptoms often subside during the spring and summer.
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