Seasonal affective disorder is a depression-based mood condition that always manifests around the same time of year. Fatigue, despair, hopelessness, and social disengagement are among the symptoms. Medication, talk therapy, and phototherapy are some of the treatment options for this condition.
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I fear seasonal weight gain. Kindly advise.
Query: Hello doctor,Feeling the winter weight creep, and the snowstorms are keeping me away from the usual gym, jogging, or cycling routines. Any tips on preventing this seasonal weight gain? I am a 35-year-old, and it is becoming a real struggle. The couch is winning over the treadmill, and I am noticing ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Yes, winter blues are a reason the body is constantly trying to maintain body temperature, leading to low energy levels and fatigue, and the body slows down which means metabolism goes down leading to weight gain. Regular exercises such as spot ... Read Full »