Now that #DaylightSavingTime has ended, the days are getting shorter, and for some of us, that can lead to seasonal affective disorder (SAD), especially during the colder months. SAD, also known as the “winter blues,” is a type of depression with symptoms including anxiety, appetite changes, depressed mood, difficulty concentrating, increased sleep, and lower energy. If you’re feeling a combination of these symptoms, you’re not alone—millions of Americans experience SAD, and there are ways to treat it, including: ► Antidepressant medication ► Exercise ► Getting adequate sleep, approx. 8 hours a night ► Light therapy ► Psychotherapy or “talk therapy” ► Vitamin D supplements If you’d like to learn more about SAD and ways to treat it, visit the link in our bio. If you’d like to consult one of our behavioral health providers, click the link in our bio to find a location near you. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #SeasonalAffectiveDisorder