12/11/2025
❄️ Managing Winter Wellness: Recognizing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
December is SAD Awareness Month, a reminder that shifts in mood or energy during the darker months may signal Seasonal Affective Disorder, a form of recurrent depression influenced by reduced daylight.
At Havenwood at Springbrook Behavioral Health, we encourage the following simple daily habits to support your well-being this winter:
• Maximize natural light by opening blinds or stepping outside each morning.
• Consider light therapy to help offset limited sun exposure.
• Engage in regular movement, even a brief walk, to support your well-being.
• Keep a steady routine to support emotional and biological balance.
• Stay connected with supportive friends and networks.
Don't underestimate the power of small, intentional steps. Each deliberate action builds a stronger resilience within you, ensuring you feel deeply grounded and anchored, no matter the challenges this winter season brings!