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Mental Health Monday: Seasonal Depression

by Michelle Wynne-Feigin on 2021-11-01T09:00:00-04:00 | 0 Comments


(Photo credit: Lake Behavioral Hospital)

As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, many people start to feel the loss of sunshine and long summer days. For lots of people, cloudy weather means dark days ahead and, these moods can affect everyday routines and affects how a person thinks and feels.

The best way to fight against seasonal affective symptoms is to be proactive and prepared. As winter comes, learn to recognize the signs and make the time to practice self-care. 
 

Signs of Seasonal Depression (National Institute of Mental Health)
- Oversleeping
- Overeating, with particular craving for carbohydrates
- Social withdrawal (feeling like "hibernating")
- Frustration over little things

 

Treating Seasonal Depression* (Mayo Clinic, National Institute of Mental Health)
*talk with your doctor/health care provider to see if treatment is appropriate for you

- Light box therapy
- Talk therapy
- Antidepressants
- Vitamin D
- Yoga or tai chi
- Journaling
- Meditation

RECOMMENDED READ FROM DHSS LIBRARY:

Cover ArtThe Self-Care Handbook by Gill Hasson
ISBN: 9780857088123
Publication Date: 2020-02-18

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