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60. Seasonal depression and the ‘winter blues’

The Psychology of your 20s

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Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder: Challenges and Solutions

This chapter explores seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and its connection to the winter blues, focusing on the effects of reduced sunlight and societal influences like the typical workday. It also discusses biological mechanisms behind SAD and introduces potential treatments such as bright light therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.

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