The New York Times (9/30, Caron) reports, “For about one in 20 people in the northern half of the United States, cooling temperatures and shorter, darker days may signal the onset of seasonal affective disorder, or SAD,” which “is believed to run in families and is more common among women.” The article explains measures people can take to control SAD, such as bright-light therapy and walking outdoors for about 20 minutes to half an hour each day.
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— “How to Fend Off Winter Depression “Christina Caron, The New York Times, September 30, 2021