Think Well, Be Well: Coping With Summer-onset Seasonal Affective Disorder

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Summer is typically viewed as a season of sunshine, vacations and outdoor fun, but for some, it brings an unexpected wave of depression known as reverse seasonal affective disorder (SAD). While the winter variant of SAD is more well-known, summer-onset SAD is a legitimate condition that can significantly impact one’s mood and energy levels. Factors such as extreme heat,disrupted routines and societal pressure to have fun all contribute to this form of seasonal depression.

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