How to cope with seasonal depression.

Simply put, seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of mood disorder that is portrayed by sadness or gloominess that occurs at the same time every year. This type of depression is more likely to occur during the winter when there is not enough sunlight. The signs and symptoms of seasonal depression can be very similar to that severe depression hence making it very difficult to diagnose.

We have put together signs and symptoms to watch out for and how to cope with them.

Signs & Symptoms of seasonal depression

• Fatigue

• Sadness

• Feeling of hopelessness

• Social withdrawal.

• Irritability

Coping mechanism

• Daily Exercise

• Light therapy (phototherapy)

• Talk therapy (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

• Socializing

• Vitamin D supplement (you can get this over the counter)

• Medications (if needed).