More than the Winter Blues: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or the "winter blues," is a subtype of depression or bipolar disorder that occurs and ends around the same time every year. Seasonal depression typically occurs when the seasons change and most symptoms begin in the fall and continue into the winter months. However, seasonal depression can occur in the summer or spring, although this is less common. Bre Teamer chats with Dr. Jessica Garrett, of Birmingham Maple Clinic Psychologist, about the disorder.