The symptoms of SAD usually begin to appear gradually throughout September and October and last through March or April. Research suggests that SAD may affect as many as 11 million people in the United States. Up to four times as many women suffer from SAD as men, and it tends to run in families. Those who live in Canada and the northern United States are up to eight times more likely to suffer from SAD than people living in sunny areas such as Florida and Mexico. I sometimes feel like crying.
Some people additionally experience irritability or nervousness.
Depressed patients may also find that when awake, they often feel tired or slowed down. We urge you not to wait until this season's symptoms have fully set in before applying. All rights reserved. Comments or suggestions to the site editor.