Ice cream, swimming pools, barbecues and beaches – summer has many positive associations. But some people feel more anxious and depressed during the hotter months and may suffer from a type of ...
The summer sun isn’t always associated with feelings of happiness. While the winter’s lack of sunlight leads to seasonal affective disorder (SAD) for many, there are also people who experience the ...
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Summer is typically associated ...
You’re not supposed to be depressed in summer. What’s not to love? Long twilights, endless weddings, fresh strawberries, truly enormous hats. For most people, this is the high point of their year, a ...
Summer is a time of outdoor fun for many people, especially those who have slogged through winter’s bitter cold. Not so for individuals who suffer from summer depression. Heat, humidity and pollen are ...
NY Mag-- Here's a brief reminder not to assume everyone experiences the world the same way you do: Though you may be pumped for the sunshine-y days of summer ahead, there's a small minority for whom ...
When people talk about seasonal affective disorder (SAD), the culprit is typically the winter. Those three months — cold, dreary, dark and marked by fatigue and a sense of hibernation — often come ...
This story is part of our mental health series. Find out more here. The summer season is marked by vacations, getaways, swimming and fun outdoor adventures. And yet for some among us, summer is a ...
During the winter months, Joshua typically feels invigorated by the crisp air and the holiday season's festivities. His routine includes early morning jogs and cozy evenings spent catching up with ...
“Instead of wanting to sleep, you’re likely staring at the ceiling with insomnia. Instead of reaching for a bagel, you might ...
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