Comments on: How the Seasonal Blues Work

By: sesli chat

sesli chat — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 18:50:47 +0000

I find that as long as I stay out of the stores, I'm ok. Of course that doesn't help our struggling economy much I know, but there are lots of online venues these days. I was in Target yesterday and it just really really depressed me. All that stuff screaming BUY ME BUY ME!!!! I just know myself now and I know what triggers me. Remember it's cyclical like you said. “This too shall pass.” Love you Chris!

By: kvpkrishna

kvpkrishna — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:10:40 +0000

# Despair and hopelessness
# Little motivation to complete even simple tasks
# Low self-esteem and self-confidence
# Low energy levels, tired and run-down
# Trouble falling asleep, nightmares, waking and can't fall back asleep
# Daily life is severely affected
# Loss of appetite
# Loss of interest in formerly pleasurable activities
# Symptoms last longer than two months
* Changes in sleep habits such as insomnia, early morning awakening, or sleeping too much.
* Changes in eating habits such as loss of appetite or weight gain.
* Decreased energy, feeling of fatigue.
* Restlessness and irritability.
* Difficulty in concentration, remembering, and making decisions.
* Feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, guilt or worthlessness.
* Persistent sad, anxious, or empty feelings.
* Loss of interest in pleasurable activities, such as involvement with loved ones or hobbies.
* Thoughts of death or suicide.

By: kvpkrishna

kvpkrishna — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:10:40 +0000

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By: Kathy Berman

Kathy Berman — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:22:21 +0000

Dear Chris-You are such an amazing giver and you have helped me a number of times. As an ex-counselor (there really is no such thing) and knowing full well you said no advice, my advice to you is to check out S.A.D. (seasonal affective disorder). My father suffered needlessly for years and he would call me from W.Va. every year with all the symptoms. Until I read your post, I never realized he was enjoying it. Sometimes it does feel good to feel bad. Thanks again, Kathy at Kathy Berman.

By: Kathy Berman

Kathy Berman — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:22:00 +0000

By: Malinda

Malinda — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 02:06:28 +0000

explains the mood swings…been in on what we used to call “cabin fever,” now officially S.A.D., for too many years. I want to go to Disney. Maybe that would help. Thanks for sharing.

By: Malinda

Malinda — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 02:06:00 +0000

explains the mood swings…been in on what we used to call “cabin fever,” now officially S.A.D., for too many years. I want to go to Disney. Maybe that would help. Thanks for sharing.

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By: Karin Manske

Karin Manske — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 02:22:03 +0000

I am becoming a fan, fast :) Reading your post I feel encouraged to accept myself with moods, blues and all. Thanks for sharing!