Seasonal Affective Disorder & Self Care
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression also known as SAD. In the Diagnostic Manual of Mental Disorders, this disorder is identified as Major Depressive Disorder with Seasonal Pattern. According to the American Psychiatric Association, people with SAD "experience mood changes and symptoms similar to depression. The symptoms usually occur during the winter months." In this interactive workshop, exercises involving self-care, mindfulness, nutrition, and exercise will be explored and experienced. We will consider the mental, physical, and emotional benefits of self-care and mindfulness. We will create and experience self-care and mindful activities for direct implementation in your personal and professional life.
Course Objectives
Explore ways in which metamates can engage in self-care activities to mitigate the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder
Experience self-care activities to help with sad
Discuss evidence-based treatment recommendation
Topic(s)
Depression, Self-Care
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