Seasonal affective disorder.

[Metalhead]

This is the time of year where I have to stand outside in the pouring rain with the endless grey clouds at the bus stops to get to and from work. Just thinking of going back out there to get home from work today makes me want to cry, and I know this is all chemical.

I am feeling a river of sadness deep within myself, and I know this happens every year around this time.

 

[elgat0verde]

Weather surely has an impact on how we feel!

Remember that that is a feeling and all feelings pass

Hang in there dude!

 

[Metalhead]

I wish I could hibernate throughout the fall and winter months, then wake up when spring begins, 70 lbs lighter and full of energy.

 

[Judge]

This is the time of year where I have to stand outside in the pouring rain with the endless grey clouds at the bus stops to get to and from work. Just thinking of going back out there to get home from work today makes me want to cry, and I know this is all chemical.

I am feeling a river of sadness deep within myself, and I know this happens every year around this time.

I remember, having lived in Edmonds and Oak Harbor. No fan of the weather there....

 

[Neonatal RRT]

Full-spectrum lighting in the home may help. Just an example. Amazon.com

 

[Dagan]

I have always felt oddly just the opposite. When the world starts to die and go cold, I feel a lot more alive.

 

[Aspychata]

Light boxes, about a 100 dollars. Just sit in front for about 45 mins early morning. Boom, done.

 

[Momofboys]

Light boxes, about a 100 dollars. Just sit in front for about 45 mins early morning. Boom, done.

While you’re correct in saving money, sometimes it’s hard to even get up off the couch. So a full spectrum lightbulb like @Neonatal RRT linked in a nearby lamp can give one just enough boost to be able to motivate.

Seasonal Affective Disorder sucks. My psychiatrist prescribes me a vitamin D supplement taken every 2 weeks and it does seem to help (alongside my regular cocktail of meds). Maybe it’s something to consider if the option is available?

 

[Aspychata]

My partner suffered from this. My cat use to sit right on box on table, so it must work.

 

[Fino]

Light boxes are the most common and effective treatment. Vitamin D supplements are another common recommendation. There are also medications you can take for a short time.

 

[Shamar]

This is the time of year where I have to stand outside in the pouring rain with the endless grey clouds at the bus stops to get to and from work. Just thinking of going back out there to get home from work today makes me want to cry, and I know this is all chemical.

I am feeling a river of sadness deep within myself, and I know this happens every year around this time.

Seasonal Affective Disorder is not necessarily about light. It can also be caused by society's seasonal behavior. I have written about this enough that you probably know what I am talking about. Think about it.

 

[Momofboys]

Seasonal Affective Disorder is not necessarily about light. It can also be caused by society's seasonal behavior. I have written about this enough that you probably know what I am talking about. Think about it.

Interesting, I never thought about that aspect of it. I’ve always loved fall/winter so it always sucked when the SAD would start kicking in. Hah. I always get a chuckle out of the acronym.

 

[VictorR]

It's been a bit tough for me of late as well.

Dark days with heavy rain may discourage me from going out for walks which can compound things.

But I always remember those who rely on me.

 

[Metalhead]

Yeah, today was the first day of really heavy rain since summer began, and I had to take the bus to and from work in the heavy rain.

No wonder I felt like sleeping the second I got back home. No wonder I feel so blue tonight. Time for me to dig up my light box. Time for me to improve my diet and drink more water.