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Beating the Winter Blues: Understanding SAD and Strategies to Boost Your Mood

Beating the Winter Blues: Understanding SAD and Strategies to Boost Your Mood

As daylight savings time has come to an end and we approach the winter, the hours of available sunlight have rapidly declined. As the days get darker, it is common for individuals to struggle to maintain a positive outlook. The “winter blues” are common and some individuals may even experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Whether you have the winter blues or SAD, symptoms tend to start in the fall and continue through winter, where individuals might experience mood swings, lack of energy, and increased levels of fatigue.