Expert shares tips for coping with seasonal affective disorder and ...
4 days ago · Clinical psychologist Dr. Joshua Klapow explains that these feelings could stem from two common conditions: seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and the winter blues. SAD, often referred to as winter depression, affects about 3-5% of people, according to Dr. Klapow. However, an even larger portion of the population experiences the less severe ...
The ‘Blue Monday’ depression peak isn’t real, but seasonal blues …
6 days ago · What is real is the winter blues, more clinically known as seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. It’s a form of depression that people experience usually during the fall and winter months when ...
Understanding the Winter Blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder…
Jan 18, 2025 · Winter Blues vs. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) The winter blues refer to those temporary feelings of sadness or lack of energy that many people experience during the winter. After the excitement of the holiday season, individuals may find themselves feeling bored, moody, or isolated, especially with the cold and long nights.
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.
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.
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Winter Blues: How dipping …
Dec 14, 2024 · Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often called the "winter blues," affects many during shorter days and colder temperatures. This form of depression, linked to reduced daylight, causes sadness, low energy, and sleep disturbances. Treatment includes light therapy, psychotherapy, medication, and lifestyle changes like exercise and sunlight exposure.
Tips on beating the winter blues and seasonal affective disorder
Jan 14, 2025 · Seasonal affective disorder affects 40% of American adults in the winter months. Dr. Jon LaPook, chief medical correspondent for CBS News, shares tips for improving your mood during the colder,...
Pittsburgh doctor has tips on how to beat seasonal affective disorder ...
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.
When winter comes, so can the blues, but Northwest scientists …
And a lot of people feel the effects — some mildly, and some with full-blown seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Now researchers at the University of Washington have identified a potential new...
Seasonal affective disorder isn't just the 'winter blues.' 6 myths ...
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...