Seasonal Depression and When to Seek Help

Seasonal affective disorder involves recurrent depression tied to seasons — often winter with less daylight.

Symptoms may include low energy, oversleeping, carbohydrate cravings, and social withdrawal.

Light therapy, lifestyle changes, and antidepressants are common treatment approaches.

If symptoms recur each year and impair functioning, psychiatric evaluation can confirm the pattern.

Telehealth follow-up allows monitoring through seasonal transitions.