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Do You Get What I Call “Wintertime Depression”?

Question by Wonderin’: Do you get what I call “Wintertime Depression”?
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder do you find yourself getting depressed more than usual? I am already on meds for bi-polar they help the extreme emotions. Mood stabililizers work. But every winter I always feeel like sitting around eating ice cream. you know… depressed extreme sadness. And if so Have any suggestions? Like what do you do?

Best answer:

Answer by Rogelio Hernandez
Yeah I used to live in California so I didn’t get that feeling. But now I’m living in Utah and I get that winter depression I just try to tough it out.

Answer by Ella
Yes, I get sad during the cold season, or when it is dark outside or cold and dark. My body response to the sun and I get happy. Anyway, I suggest that you eat summer foods during the winter like fruit and stuff and it will bring you energy. Try and excercise, surround yourself with positive people and maybe try and journal. You will be ok! Trust me.