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Ashleigh Duncan

Seasonal Depression: Signs to look out for and things that may help

As the colder months draw in and the darker evenings fall upon us, it is very natural to feel a dip in mood or lower energy levels than usual,

Many factors contribute towards this change. Evidence shows that many people find their mood naturally dips during the darker months. This is due to the change in weather, shorter days and reduction in sunlight.

This can be clinically referred to as Seasonal Depression or SAD and the national health service estimates that 1 in 15 people across the UK suffer from this seasonal disorder, many of which remain undiagnosed.

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