Seasonal Depression

• How to beat the winter ‘blahs’ and seasonal depression? Experts offer advice

  Winter's shorter days combined with limited natural sunlight can not only dampen feelings of joy and happiness, it can make us downright sad.

  Canada

  Jan 13, 2023
  
• Spring in your step: Why our mental health can change with the seasons

  As the weather warms and the sun sticks around longer, southern Albertans are feeling the positive effects.

  Health

  Apr 6, 2022
  
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• CMHA sees recent spike in people needing support with seasonal affective disorder

  You may have heard of the 'winter blues' but in the midst of a pandemic, the Canadian Mental Health Association said it is seeing a spike in people reaching out for help. 

  Health

  Nov 13, 2021
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• Coronavirus: Groundhog Day provides boost during winter pandemic

  Experts say Groundhog Day can give people hope and it's something they need now more than ever — especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Health

  Feb 2, 2021
• Exercise may be the cure for ‘Blue Monday,’ experts say

  ``Our physical well-being really impacts our mental well-being,'' CEO of the Canadian Mental Health Association Margaret Eaton said.

  Canada

  Jan 17, 2021
• Seasonal affective disorder: 8 ways to boost your energy this winter

  Light therapy is a common treatment for a variety of conditions, including seasonal affective disorder.

  Lifestyle

  Jan 15, 2018
• 5 ways to keep your mental health on track over the holidays

  It's a tough time of year. Give yourself some room to breathe.

  Health

  Dec 23, 2017
• Maintaining vitamin D levels key to battling seasonal depression

  Natural light can keep spirits up during a gloomy season. Drinking milk, eating fish and taking supplements also work to combat seasonal depression.

  Canada

  Dec 22, 2015