Tag: Seasonal Affective Disorder
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Boosting Mood in Senior Years: Natural Health Tips for an 80-Year-Old Mom
Understanding Mood Changes in the Elderly Even when overall health is good, mood can fluctuate in older adults. For an 80-year-old who has been independent, a quiet mood dip can be unsettling for both the person and family members. Mood shifts may come from several natural factors—weather and reduced outdoor time, less social interaction, sleep…
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Natural Mood Uplift for an Independent 80-Year-Old: Practical Tips
Understanding mood changes in older adults Even healthy, independent seniors can experience mood dips, especially during colder months when they spend more time indoors. For someone who has always been active, a quieter, low-energy period can feel worrying. While a clean bill of health from the doctor is reassuring, mood shifts can stem from a…
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Helping an Elderly Loved One Through Mood Dips: What to Do When Mom Seems Down
Understanding Mood Changes in the Elderly It’s common for mood to shift as people age, especially when changing seasons or reduced activity. If your mom has always been independent and sociable, a quieter, subdued mood can be concerning for family members who know her best. A clean bill of health from the doctor is reassuring,…
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Winter Blues: Expert Tips to Fight Seasonal Affective Disorder
Understanding the winter mood dip December is a time of celebration for many, yet the cold, shorter days can take a toll on mood. Experts refer to this shift as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or, more casually, the winter blues. While not everyone experiences SAD to the same degree, a noticeable share of Canadians report…
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How to Beat Winter Blues: Expert Tips for a Brighter Season
Understanding the Winter Blues December brings festive moments, family gatherings, and the promise of holidays. Yet many people also face a downturn in mood as days shorten and sunlight fades. In Canada and many northern regions, roughly a portion of the population experiences what experts call the winter blues or seasonal mood shifts. While not…
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Tackling the Winter Blues: Expert Tips to Brighten Your Season
Understanding the winter blues and seasonal mood shifts For many, December brings celebrations and family gatherings, but the same season can trigger a dip in mood for others. In parts of Canada and other high-latitude regions, reduced daylight hours can disrupt circadian rhythms and affect neurotransmitter activity, contributing to what experts describe as the winter…
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Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder: Coping Through the Winter Blues
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of mood disorder that many people experience as days grow shorter and temperatures cooler. While some notice a dip in mood with the changing seasons, others experience more pronounced symptoms that disrupt daily life. Health professionals describe SAD as a response to reduced…
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Seasonal Affective Disorder: Understanding the Winter Blues and Finding Light
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder and why does it happen? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often called the Winter Blues, affects millions as winter approaches. As temperatures drop and daylight becomes scarcer, many people notice changes in mood and energy that extend beyond typical winter weather. Experts describe SAD as a mood disorder tied to seasonal…
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Winter Blues or SAD? Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder as Winter Approaches
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? As temperatures drop and daylight wanes, many people notice mood changes that go beyond routine winter tiredness. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression linked to the changing seasons, often arising in late fall and persisting through winter. While roughly 5% of the U.S. population experiences SAD…
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Banish the Winter Blues: Free Mental Wellbeing Workshop for Staff
Confronting Seasonal Mood Changes Every winter, millions face the short days, chilly air, and reduced sunlight that can dampen mood and energy. In the UK, around two million people are diagnosed with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) each year, while many more experience a general lowering of spirits. The Banish the Winter Blues workshop offers a…