Seasonal Affective Disorder

[ZandraJoi]

I suffer from SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder. It hits me quite hard in the wintertime. Keeping a routine, a schedule, not having to think but just do, is what helps me cope. Also making sure I get outside. We have a husky mix who LOVES the cold so I take 2 to 3 walks with her a day, bundled up. Her antics just make me laugh & smile
Believe it or not, there is a Springtime SAD. While it's not as common as the Wintertime, there are some who feel more depressed in the warmer months.
Do you have SAD? Which one do you have? What has helped you cope?

 

[Hazel]

I experience Seasonal Affective Disorder as a drop in mood during darker months. Light therapy, consistent sleep, exercise, and spending time outdoors help me manage it. Being aware of the pattern and planning activities to counter isolation or inactivity makes a noticeable difference in maintaining my energy and focus.