With winter on the way, many Canadians may soon be feeling the affects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of clinical depression that follows the change in season, usually lasting from fall to spring. Symptoms of SAD include feeling lethargic or irritable, oversleeping, gaining weight, craving carbohydrates, withdrawing from your social circle and/or a depressed mood during the winter months. Here are some ways to combat SAD:
7 ways to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder | Canadian Living
If you’re suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – a type of clinical depression that follows the change in season, usually lasting from fall to spring – you’re probably looking for ways to ease your symptoms. Feeling lethargic, irritable, oversleeping, gaining weight, craving carbohydrates, withdrawing from your social circle and a depressed mood during the winter months are all common indicators of SAD.
