What are some of the signs and symptoms of S. A. D?

Begin in October or November and subside in March or April. Some patients begin to “slump” as early as August, while others remain well until January. Regardless of the time of onset, most patients don’t feel fully “back to normal” until early May

Fall & Winter Depression
depression
hopelessness
anxiety
loss of energy
heavy, "leaden" feeling in arms or legs
social withdrawal
oversleeping
loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
weight gain
difficulty concnetraiting
stair step picture

Spring and Summer SAD
anxiety
trouble sleeping
irritability
agitation
weight loss
poor appetite
increased sex drive