Have you noticed the nights drawing in and the autumn chill in the air? For those who are prone to the winter blues, autumn often marks the beginning of changes in appetite, mood and energy levels. Seasonal affective disorder (S.A.D) – myth or reality? Most definitely reality, so if you find yourself feeling low, depressed, lacking energy, motivation and/or eating excessively read on for some helpful advice…

As the nights begin to draw in we are exposed to less daylight. For some this is just part of the natural seasonal change and for others it symbolises the beginning of difficult times ahead over autumn and winter. Primarily hampered by feelings of very low mood, symptoms often include: depression, over-sleeping, lethargy, loss of libido, over-eating (particularly carbohydrates). S.A.D was reported back in the 1980s although it has been acknowledged for over 2000 years. Men, women and children can all be affected by S.A.D, although women and individuals with a history of depression are more susceptible.
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