Winter is upon us, which means short days and cold weather. Now that the excitement of the holidays is over, the remaining winter days can feel like they drag on endlessly. We see a rise in a condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as the “winter blues,” in late winter. And it’s widespread: an estimated 10 million Americans are seriously affected by SAD, while millions more experience a milder form of the disorder.
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Self-care is an important part of life in any season, but it becomes especially crucial during the long winter months, when many people are affected to varying degrees by the “winter blues.” Those habits that are easy to keep up in the summer – exercise, healthy eating, socializing – tend to take a backseat in winter. Faced with shorter days, less sunlight and cold temperatures, it’s easy to neglect your mental and physical well-being.
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