In this episode, Dr. Dunni discusses Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and offers strategies for tackling feelings of sadness during the winter months. She explains how changes in seasons, such as colder weather and shorter days, can impact our mood and overall well-being. Dr. Dunni shares her personal experience with feeling sluggish and unmotivated during certain times of the year and highlights common symptoms of SAD, including fatigue, lack of pleasure in activities, low mood, and difficulty concentrating. She emphasizes the importance of seeking help and offers lifestyle changes such as maximizing exposure to natural light, engaging in movement and exercise, maintaining a healthy diet, practicing stress management techniques, and considering therapy or medication if necessary. Dr. Dunni also emphasizes the significance of community support and encourages listeners to reach out and connect with others.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs in a seasonal pattern, often during the winter months when there is less sunlight.
Symptoms of SAD include feeling tired, lack of pleasure in activities, low mood, irritability, guilt, and difficulty concentrating.
Lifestyle changes can help manage SAD, such as maximizing exposure to natural sunlight, using light boxes, engaging in movement and exercise, eating a healthy diet, and practicing stress management techniques like meditation and journaling.
Seeking help from a healthcare professional is important for proper diagnosis and treatment of SAD, which may include therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy or psychodynamic psychotherapy, as well as antidepressant medication if necessary.
Taking vitamin D supplements can also be beneficial for individuals with SAD, as low levels of vitamin D have been linked to depression.
BEST MOMENTS
"You might have your light box as a proper box, or you might have it as a desk lamp."
"Movement is key and I particularly use the word movement rather than exercise."
"This kind of therapy, it's like a talking therapy whereby it takes a concept that the way you think and behave affects the way you feel."
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HOST BIO
Your host Dr Dunni is the award-winning mum empowerment coach, Family doctor, International speaker, Best-selling author of the book ‘Every Mum is a super mum’ and a mum herself who is passionate about health and wellbeing. She is proficient in using natural, scientific, and medical well-being concepts to explain in simple terms practical ways and strategies to avoid ill health and promote the overall well-being of body, mind, soul, and spirit. This is made available by the provision of online courses, books, coaching and regular events where well-being strategies and tactics are shared to enhance holistic well-being. Learn more athttps://www.drdunni.com
