Tag: Winter Blues

Post-Holiday Blues?

The CBS Early show had a segment on Post-Holiday Blues. “Early Show” contributor and psychologist Dr. Jennifer Hartstein said on the broadcast Monday it’s absolutely normal to

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Depression vs. SAD

It’s not unusual for people to become depressed during the holidays. The nonprofit association Mental Health America says many factors play a part, including stress,

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Most Wonderful Time of Year

Great article by the Times Herald – While to many, it’s “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” to many still, winter can be a time to

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SAD treatment

If sleigh bells ringing and children singing make you want to go back to bed, you might be suffering from a serious condition, not a

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Make a Plan This Holiday Season

Temporary periods of depression like the “holiday blues” and seasonal affective disorder are common this time of year. The idealized holidays in mainstream media don’t

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Winter Blues & Vitamin D

Overview The environment can affect a person’s mood. Many people have an elevated mood during the spring and summer but experience sadness or feel down

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