“Seasonal Depression: How to Recognize the Condition and Get Through Fall and Winter”

Key points

• Seasonal affective disorder is a depression pattern tied to seasons, affecting mood and energy.
• In Ukraine, fall/winter add air raids, outages, and chronic stress to symptoms.
• Key signs include fatigue, sleep changes, social withdrawal, and reduced interest.
• Therapies include light therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and, if needed, medication.
• Adaptations for wartime focus on micro-practices, bright lighting, social support, and routines.