Expert tips for university students facing seasonal affective disorder: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at certain times of the year, typically in the autumn and winter months when there is a reduction in natural sunlight. The body’s circadian rhythm can be affected by the changes in daylight exposure, leading to […]
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Navigating Teen Seasonal Depression: Insights into Symptoms, Treatment, and Support”: Teenagers face unique challenges, and seasonal depression can add an additional layer of complexity to their emotional well-being. This blog post aims to explore the world of seasonal depression, specifically focusing on how it impacts teens. From recognizing symptoms to providing guidance on seeking professional […]
A new range of creative educational resources is aiming to help people who suffer from low mood during the winter months to bring some light into their lives. Researchers from the Universities of Glasgow and Edinburgh led the development of the resources, which draw on the experiences of people living with Seasonal Affective Disorder, or […]
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When the nights start to draw in, your office or classroom might start looking darker every day. So how can you increase the natural light in your workspace to help avoid the effects of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) on your staff and students and boost productivity? Here are five tips to light up your space […]
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Hacking time zones with Re-Timer: Mick Jagger, the 78-year-old Rolling Stones singer, was recently photographed in a pair of futuristic Robocop glasses the morning of the day of the final show of their 58-date No Filter worldwide tour at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Some conjectured he might be trying to ease the […]
How Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is different from other forms of depression – and how to cope with SAD in a pandemic as seasons change. Seasonal Affective Disorder is a form of depression, but it is different to other forms in three distinct ways, says Priory consultant psychiatrist Dr Natasha Bijlani. Dr Bijlani spoke ahead […]
“Are we smarter in summertime?” New research by the University of Bradford has found that a lack of daylight could be linked to short term memory loss in mammals, including humans. School of Chemistry and Biosciences and Dr Sam McLean from the School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences say experiments revealed a link between lack of […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of seasonal depression in which sufferers feel lethargic during the dark winter months, and experience relief during spring and summer. The symptoms can include feeling low and sad, losing of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed, oversleeping, as well as craving carbohydrates and sweet foods. So how […]
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