Seasonal Affective Disorder

Many people go through short periods when they feel sad or unlike their usual selves. Sometimes these mood changes begin and end when the seasons change. Many people feel "down" or have the "winter blues" when the days get shorter in the fall and winter, and feel better in the spring when longer daylight hours return. Sometimes these mood changes are more serious and can affect how a person feels, thinks, and behaves. If you have noticed significant changes in hour mood and behavior when the seasons change, you may be experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

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