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01/08/2026

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, most commonly occurring in the fall and winter months and improving in spring and summer. It’s linked to changes in daylight rather than to specific life events.

What it feels like

People with SAD may experience:
• Persistent low mood or sadness
• Loss of interest or pleasure in usual activities
• Low energy and fatigue
• Sleeping more than usual
• Increased appetite, especially cravings for carbohydrates
• Weight gain
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness

01/08/2026

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01/06/2026

01/05/2026

Start your new year working on your mindset… make it a better place for your thoughts to dwell in positively.

01/05/2026

01/04/2026

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01/04/2026

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12/21/2025

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12/21/2025

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12/21/2025

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a condition in which some people experience a significant mood change when the seasons change. SAD is not considered a separate disorder but is a type of depression.

Causes
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is triggered by changes in seasons. This form of depression usually occurs during the fall and winter months when there is less sunlight, and the days get shorter. SAD usually lifts during the spring and summer months.

Symptoms
Not everyone with SAD has the same symptoms, but they can include:

Sad, anxious, or “empty” feelings
Feelings of hopelessness, guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy
Fatigue and decreased energy
Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, and making decisions
Thoughts of death or su***de
Oversleeping
Overeating, particularly with a craving for carbohydrates
Weight gain
Social withdrawal (feeling like “hibernating”)
Difficulty sleeping
Lack of appetite
Irritability and agitation
Testing for SAD
Talk to your health care provider or mental health specialist if you are concerned and think you may be suffering from SAD.

Get Help
SAD may be effectively treated with a specific type of light therapy for many. Antidepressant medicines and talk therapy may also be needed reduce SAD symptoms, either alone or combined with light therapy. Additionally, vitamin D supplements may improve symptoms.

12/21/2025

For some, the shorter days and colder temperatures can bring on symptoms of a type of depression. Learn more about seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and how to get help if you’re experiencing symptoms this season: samhsa.gov/mental-health/seasonal-affective-disorder