Bruno , an intelligent, emotionally complex, young woman created in 1994 by Christopher Baldwin, has been depressed for a long time. Now she has the post-holiday blues. If you feel like Bruno and you find it hard to get motivated, concentrate, or enjoy activities you once found pleasurable, you might have a mood disorder known as holiday depression. Research has shown that holiday stress exacerbates SAD symptoms. So, you should schedule an appointment with your physician to find out which condition you may have, in order to get the treatment you need.
Emotional triggers lead to holiday depression.
Emotional stress may have a financial component. Many people fear disappointing their loved ones on Christmas day. You may think the act of sharing gifts will strengthen your friendships or a romantic relationship. So, you'll most likely be disappointed when your gifts don't arouse the love or reactions you anticipated. If you lost a loved one or broke up with a long-term partner near or during a holiday, you'll get depressed as the date approaches.