Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is sometimes known as ‘winter depression‘ because the symptoms are often worse during the winter months.
The two main symptoms of SAD are low mood and a lack of interest in life but these can vary from person to person.
It’s causes are unclear but most attribute the condition to the reduction in daylight during the winter months.
Walking in natural sunlight is one way to try and combat SAD as it increases the production of feel good chemicals in the brain and boosts self esteem.
Further information on SAD and other forms of depression can be found on the NHS website http://www.nhs.co.uk
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