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What comes to mind when you think about winter? Snowflakes? Mittens? Reindeer? In much of the Northern Hemisphere, winter means colder temperatures, shorter days and year-end holidays. Along with thes...
From experiencing seasonal depression to feeling friskier, here are some ways winter affects people's mental health and attitude
Short winter days can influence your brain chemistry. Schon/Moment via Getty Images What comes to mind when you think about winter? Snowflakes? Mittens? Reindeer? In much of the Northern Hemisphere, …
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can lead to feelings of depression, attributed to decreased exposure to sunlight and lower serotonin levels.
Some of winter’s effects have been tied to cultural norms and practices, while others likely reflect our bodies’ innate biological responses to shorter days and colder weather.