Understanding, coping with seasonal affective disorder

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Understanding, coping with seasonal affective disorder

SAD is not considered a separate disorder but is a type of depression characterized by its recurrent seasonal pattern, with symptoms lasting about 4 to 5 months per year.

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Tags: sad, depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder

Photo by: Misha King | VIRIN: 221116-D-DO399-001.PNG

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