In this episode, we focus on how this season of life is going - and the roles that the cloudy weather and the drop in temperature play into this. We cover a range of topics, from our motivation to maintain relationships to our handle on school work. Coping techniques are essential to enjoying this period of time, and we discover what works best for us through this conversation. Listen in if you relate, want to learn more, or just want to have a good time :)
Seasonal Depression is clinically known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) for short and is relatively common with more than 3 million U.S. cases per year. More information available in the last 5 minutes of this episode, or in the links below:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9293-seasonal-depression#prevention
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/seasonal-affective-disorder#:~:text=Seasonal%20affective%20disorder%2C%20or%20SAD,antidepressants%20can%20help%20treat%20SAD.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20364651
Organization to check out:
NAMI! Strongly dedicated to addressing mental health and supporting those affected by it, providing information on their website, offering opportunities for people to get engaged in the cause including through volunteering/fundraising, and have local clinics in every U.S. state.
https://www.nami.org/About-NAMI/Who-We-Are