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What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition believed to be linked to a lack of sunlight where the individual experiences mood changes and emotions similar to depression. SAD occurs mostly in the Fall and Winter months when there is less sunlight exposure. It’s found that around 5 percent of people may experience SAD lasting 40% […]

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Seasonal Affective Disorder.. Turn That Frown Upside Down

  SAD, or Seasonal Affective Disorder is a worldwide phenomena.  Typically its experienced during fall and winter and symptoms range from lethargy, trouble concentrating, depression, negative thoughts and a decrease in social interaction.  Even towards the end of the summer people that suffer from SAD may experience and increase in anxiety as they anticipate an […]

Dr. Riley Smith, LAc · DACM · DiplOM

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