When Summer Isn’t So Sunny: Understanding Summer Seasonal Affective Disorder

By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD As the weather warms up and daylight stretches longer, most people feel energized and ready for summer fun. But for some, the arrival of summer brings anxiety, irritability, and depression instead of relief. This lesser-known condition—Summer Seasonal Affective Disorder (Summer SAD)—affects a smaller percentage of people than its winter counterpart but […]

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Seasonal Affective Disorder: What to Do When the Winter Blues Linger

By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD As the days grow longer and the temperatures begin to rise, many people feel a renewed sense of energy and motivation. For those who experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), springtime is often a welcome relief from the fatigue, sadness, and sluggishness that accompany winter. But what happens if those symptoms don’t

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