
The Science of Seasonal Affective Disorder with Dr. Jonah Meyerhoff
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Days get shorter, temperatures get colder, and we start spending more time inside. For many people, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can start to creep into our lives. In this episode, Drew & Liv bring on Dr. Jonah Meyerhoff to talk about all things SAD. You will finish this episode equipped with knowledge and strategies to help you avoid the seasonal slump and enjoy all of the great things winter has to offer!
If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or SAD, you can call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) -- a 24-hour crisis hotline -- or visit mhanational.org.
You can learn more from Dr. Meyerhoff by following him on Twitter @jonahjmeyerhoff. If you want to read more about the studies mentioned in the interview, you can find them here:
https://doi.org/10.1016/0165-0327(91)90065-Z
https://doi.org/10.2174/157340009787315299
https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ajp.2015.14101293
https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ajp.2015.15060773
Keep up with Drew and Liv on Instagram @scienceinsociety!
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