Understanding seasonal affective disorder

Unlike the temporary ‘winter blues’, SAD has a significant effect on mood, energy, and daily functioning.

As the seasons shift and the days grow shorter, many people notice a subtle change in their mood. This change is fleeting for some, a mere case of the ‘winter blues’. But for others, the lack of sunlight and colder weather trigger something far more serious—Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Apecksha Gurung , a psychologist at CMC Nepal, sheds light on seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and self-help strategies that can help manage or prevent its symptoms.