Believe it or not, it's not strange to feel a bit sad during the
winter months. In fact, feeling blue during the late fall and
throughout the winter is so common that it has a name: seasonal
affective disorder. SAD for short, this condition is often
called the Winter Blues. But if you think these feelings should
be ignored, you're wrong. As innocent as SAD may sound, it is a
serious condition that can have some serious complications if
not dealt with properly. Though the exact causes of SAD are
currently unknown, it is thought that the change of seasons may
mess up the levels of serotonin and melatonin in your body.
These chemicals are responsible for your mood and sleep
patterns. Additionally, the change of seasons may also throw a
curve ball at your internal clock, making it difficult for your
body to know when to be awake or asleep. A type of depression,
SAD kicks in most often when the days grow shorter and darker.
When this happens, your mood also grows a bit darker and your
temper shortens. You may find