Posts tagged seasonal affective disorder
Top Lifestyle Strategies to Prevent and Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Top Lifestyle Strategies to Prevent and Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

As the days get shorter and colder, many people experience a drop in mood and energy, commonly known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is more than just the “winter blues”; it’s a form of depression that affects a significant number of people each year. Fortunately, there are lifestyle strategies that can help mitigate the symptoms of SAD, keeping your mind and body in balance through these darker months. Here are some of the most effective strategies:

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Self-Care, HealthKelly Forys DonahueSAD, seasonal affective disorder
Beating the Winter Blues
Beating the Winter Blues

The holidays and the winter weather can bring low mood. The disease model of health says that this low mood is called “Seasonal Affective Disorder.” I think of it as our body and mind’s response to the conditions. Let’s think about the qualities of this time of year:

  • Cold weather

  • Dark mornings

  • Dark evenings

  • Short days

  • Less Vitamin D

  • Access to fresh produce might be less available (i.e.. farmers markets are non-existent or limited)

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Health, Self-CareKelly Forys Donahueseasonal affective disorder, self-care