Otherwise known as the winter blues, seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, strikes when the days get darker and shorter. Here’s how to deal.
If you’re tired, struggling to get out of bed, and can’t imagine socializing now that it’s cold out, you might be feeling the effects of seasonal affective disorder . About 10 million people in the US suffer from some form of the aptly named SAD, according to research from University of Texas Medical Branch. It’s also been dubbed winter blues, with 5% of the population experiencing symptoms each year, though many people don’t even realize they have it.
Take a moment in the shower with Aromatherapy Associates’ excellent bath and shower oils, or apply De Mamiel Soothe to wrists for an easy boost. Exercise, exercise, exercise Increasing your heart rate triggers the production of mood-boosting endorphins, helps you to destress, and generally makes you feel ready to take on the world. Bonus points if you combine your workout with nature; then you’ve got the best of both worlds.
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