To conclude our depression awareness series, December is an important time to refocus on those who are not feeling the holiday joy. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) usually forms throughout the winter months due to the change of weather and the shorter amount of daylight. For various individuals, SAD symptoms typically diminish during the spring and summer seasons (NAMI).
"SAD is a type of depression," therefore symptoms are very similar or can look different in someone with SAD. - NAMI
'Winter pattern' SAD can include symptoms such as
Oversleeping
Overeating
Social Withdrawal
You should know..
SAD is not just the 'holiday blues'.
Call to Action
Call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
*this is for informational purposes only, it is not a substitute for professional advice*
More ways to help!
Become a Mental Health First Aider
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to someone demonstrating signs of a mental health and substance use challenge. We partner with local libraries and businesses to offer MHFA classes to their employees and community members. Stay tuned for these classes!
Check out our self expression center!
R2R Drumming
Experiential drumming can help participants express themselves, collaborate, communicate, and be part of a community. Stay tuned for upcoming classes in 2026!
Rap/Spoken word/Slam poetry
Come create, explore and express in a space where every voice matters. Stay tuned for 2026 workshops!
Songwriting
Taking musical elements to elevate the self-expression experience without the need of verbal communication. Stay tuned for 2026 workshops!
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