Seasonal Depression
As the name implies, seasonal depression occurs with seasonal patterns. However, it is not especially associated with certain seasons. In many cases, it often happens in the winter. Symptoms tend to start in the fall and last during the colder months. These include weight gain, increased sleep, social withdrawal, and persistent feelings of unworthiness, hopelessness, or sadness. As the season goes by, the condition might become worse and would even cause suicidal thoughts. It might improve when spring comes. This can be explained by the body’s response to natural light. [6]
