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How to Prepare for Seasonal Depression

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · March 24, 2022

Do you start to feel the effects of light deprivation when days become shorter? This article offers actionable tips to help you prepare for seasonal depression and keep your symptoms in check before they start to show.

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Circadian Rhythm: What it is, why it's important, and how to fix/maintain yours

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · March 14, 2022

Do you struggle with your energy and sleep levels? Chances are, your circadian rhythm is thrown off. In this article, we cover what circadian rhythm is, how it impacts your health and wellness, how to fix a broken circadian rhythm, and ways to keep yourself energized and healthy by maintaining it.

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Chronotherapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · March 14, 2022

Chronotherapy is a clinical tool used to treat depression and other affective disorders. In short, it is a strategy to establish appropriate circadian patterns through external stimuli control, proper sleep, and light exposure tools. When used in combination with medication and other treatments, chronotherapy is highly effective for alleviating symptoms related to SAD.

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Mood Changes with Seasons: Impact on Sleep

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · February 11, 2022

Colder weather and less sunlight directly correlate to mood changes with seasons. This impacts how well we sleep, which can exacerbate the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

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The Role Weather Plays in SAD: Can Cold Weather Cause Depression?

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · February 08, 2022

As the cold winter continues, millions worldwide have become afflicted with Seasonal Affective Disorder. This happens yearly, and, thus, it is important to consider the following: can cold weather cause depression?

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Winter Blues vs. Seasonal Affective Disorder

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · January 14, 2022

The phrase "Winter Blues" and "Seasonal Affective Disorder" are often mentioned interchangeably during the winter season. There is a tendency to use these phrases synonymously, but they are not. One is a condition where the season and lack of light create a depression that affects all parts of their mental health, and the other is a temporary feeling.

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