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    Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) - Symptoms & causes - Mayo …

    • Learn about the symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications and treatment of SAD, a type of depression related to changes in seasons. Find out how to recognize the signs of SAD and when to seek prof… See more

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    In most cases, seasonal affective disorder symptoms appear during late fall or early winter and go away during the sunnier days of spring and summer. Less commonly, people with … See more

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    Causes

    The specific cause of seasonal affective disorder remains unknown. Some factors that may come into play include:
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    Risk factors

    Seasonal affective disorder is diagnosed more often in women than in men. And SAD occurs more frequently in younger adults than in older adults.
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  1. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression. It happens during certain seasons of the year, most often fall or winter. It is thought that shorter days and less daylight may set off a chemical change in the brain leading to symptoms of depression. Light therapy and antidepressants can help treat SAD.

    Seasonal Affective Disorder - Johns Hop…

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    Seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD, is more than just the winter blues. It is a type of depression that lasts for a season, typically the winter months, and goes away during the rest of the year. Symptoms of SAD are the same as those of depression. They can vary in severity and often interfere with personal relationships.

    Seasonal affective disorder - American P…

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    Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that occurs at the same time each year, usually in winter. Otherwise known as seasonal depression, SAD can affect your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy levels, taking a toll on all aspects of your life from your relationships and social life to work, school, and your sense of self-worth.

    Seasonal Affective Disorder: SAD Sympt…

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    Seasonal depression, also called seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a type of depression. It’s triggered by the change of seasons and most commonly begins in late fall. Symptoms include feelings of sadness, lack of energy, loss of interest in usual activities, oversleeping and weight gain.

    Seasonal Depression (Seasonal Affectiv…

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    This seasonal shift, and the lack of sunlight that goes along with it, can trigger a type of depression known as seasonal affective disorder. People with seasonal affective disorder, sometimes known as the winter blues, begin to experience sadness, depression, and fatigue in the late fall; symptoms fade away in the spring.

    Seasonal affective disorder - Harvard He…

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  4. NIMH
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    Seasonal Affective Disorder - National Institute of …

    Learn about the signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment of SAD, a type of depression that occurs in specific seasons. Find out how SAD affects women more than men and how it relates to serotonin and melatonin levels.

  5. Psychology Today
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    Seasonal Affective Disorder - Psychology Today

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    Seasonal Affective Disorder - Johns Hopkins Medicine

    Learn about SAD, a type of depression that happens during certain seasons of the year, most often fall or winter. Find out the symptoms, causes, treatments, and self-care tips for SAD.

  8. Cleveland Clinic
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  9. Seasonal affective disorder

    Also known as: SAD
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    A type of mood disorder associated with seasonal changes. Commonly seen as depression arising during the winter months. It happens due to a disturbance in the circadian system of the body.
    How common is condition?
    Very common (More than 3 million cases per year in US)
    Is condition treatable?
    Treatable by a medical professional
    Does diagnosis require lab test or imaging?
    Often requires lab test or imaging
    Time taken for recovery
    Can last several months or years
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    Common for ages 18-35
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    More common in females
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    Family history may increase likelihood
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    Seasonal affective disorder - Wikipedia

  11. WHSV
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    Psychiatrist discusses how to treat seasonal affective disorder

  12. NIMH
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    Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): More Than the …

    Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs in the winter months when there is less daylight. Learn how to recognize the signs of SAD, what causes it, and how to get help from NIMH.

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