SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depression that coincides with the change of seasons. It can be during any type of season but primarily occurs during the Winter months. It is quite different than the Winter Blues in that it is consistent every year. It is hard enough without longer days and sunlight to function but with Winter, especially after the Holidays, many will fall into SAD.
Individuals can find help, medication, as well as light therapy to help. It is important to identify if you do have SAD and find the appropriate help from a licensed counselor who can guide you in the right direction. SAD is more than being upset about the weather but a type of depression that needs professional care. Please also review AIHCP’s Grief Counseling Certification. While certified grief counselors who are not licensed counselors as well cannot treat depression, they do have the training to spot it and send you to a professional counselor who can treat it.
AIHCP’s Grief Counseling Certification is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals. Please review the program and see if it meets your academic and professional goals.