Believe it or not but winter is almost here, and it can bring with it bouts of the blues. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is your body’s response to the decreased sunlight during the days of autumn and winter. Generally, SAD is subtle. While some people do plunge into a deep depression as the seasons change, more often the winter blues are mild. Almost 1 out of every 5 Americans get some degree of SAD with the changing seasons, with higher risk in darker, more northern locales (like Minnesota). Common symptoms include: Increased sleep Fatigue Apathy Depressed mood Trouble focusing Four …
