Rain, rain, go away
Come again some other day.
While some people might welcome the arrival of winter and monsoon seasons, others may fret over the arrival of constant clouds, frequent rain, and shorter periods of sunlight.
Seasonal affective disorder, also called SAD, is a form of depression that recurs during particular times of the year. While it can occur at any time, it’s most common during darker seasons, when shorter daylight hours shift the circadian rhythm and affect mood, appetite, sleep, and energy levels.
How the absence of adequate sunlight during winter or the monsoon, or for those living in dark places, can trigger a vulnerability. Later, seasonal affective disorder came to be recognized as a Depressive Disorder with a seasonal pattern—not a unique disorder by itself, but a subset of the more generic depressive condition. This newer designation means symptoms of monsoon depression start with a specific season – any season – and end with the transition to another.
In the meantime, here are some easy ways to cope with SAD
The monsoon has the power to heal old wounds and bring us and the Earth to life. For people suffering from monsoon depression, the rains must be endured with a constant reminder that they are short-lived.
Seasonal depression treatment requires a good mix of exposure to Light Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), consult Psychologist for help.
