Symptoms
How long do SAD symptoms last?
Usually a few months
What should you do if you're worried about your mental health?
Talk to someone!
When is SAD most common?
Winter months
What are some symptoms of winter SAD?
Low mood, overeating, weight gain, oversleeping, withdrawal
Who can help determine if you have SAD?
Doctor or mental health professional
What is believed to cause winter SAD?
Lack of sunlight
What does SAD affect?
Mood and behaviour
How is SAD treated?
Counselling, medication, light therapy
What is SAD?
Type of depression with a seasonal pattern
What would be a sign that you may be struggling with SAD
Distressing symptoms that last more than 2 weeks
What makes counselling a good treatment?
Helps develop skills to cope with depression
What are some of the risk factors for SAD?
Women, people under 50, family history, living in northern community
How does SAD differ from the winter blues?
SAD affects your functioning and ability to enjoy life
What does light therapy do?
Improves mood by creating a chemical change in the brain
How did the term Blue Monday come to be?
Marketing strategy to get people to book winter vacations