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Feeling a little off? Don't forget: Like all animals, humans are seasonal creatures. Winter specifically can have a strong effect on your mind, behavior and libido.

From two psychologists who conducted an extensive survey of the research into wintertime blues:
https://theconversation.com/winter-brings-more-than-just-ugly-sweaters-heres-how-the-season-can-affect-your-mind-and-behavior-217350

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Winter brings more than just ugly sweaters – here's how the season can affect your mind and behavior

Some of winter’s effects have been tied to cultural norms and practices, while others likely reflect our bodies’ innate biological responses to shorter days and colder weather.

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Dec 22, 2023 at 7:31pmWeb
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SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder (feeling depressed, listless, other negative feelings during the short days/lower light of winter) has been an accepted disorder for at least the last 35 years. I have a long-time friend who was a professor in Winnipeg, and had to buy a large, expensive sun lamp as part of the treatment. After retiring, this person moved to Arizona, & spends little time away from sunny places.