December is Seasonal Affective Awareness Month
A specific type of depression is experienced by some people during the winter months called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Cold weather isn’t the only thing that affects people’s moods; diminishing sunlight plays an equally important role. With daylight hours decreasing, the lack of natural light can disrupt the body’s internal clock and lead to feelings of sadness and lethargy. When it comes to addressing and managing SAD, it is important to understand the effect of reduced sunlight on mental well-being.
