seasonal affective disorder

American  

noun

1. recurrent winter depression characterized by oversleeping, overeating, and irritability, and relieved by the arrival of spring or by light therapy. SAD

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seasonal affective disorder British  

noun

1.  SAD.  a state of depression sometimes experienced by people in winter, thought to be related to lack of sunlight

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seasonal affective disorder Scientific  

/ sē′zə-nəl /

1. A mood disorder that occurs during seasons when exposure to sunlight is limited, characterized by symptoms of depression.

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Etymology

Origin of seasonal affective disorder

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

The Obesity Health Alliance told us it is outrageous to suggest tanning beds can trigger weight loss, while claims that they can treat anxiety or seasonal affective disorder are "irresponsible and harmful", according to mental health charity, Mind.

From BBC

The 27-year-old data scientist struggles with seasonal affective disorder, meaning January can be tough, but she has found ways to counter it.

From BBC

Some call it seasonal affective disorder.

From Salon

Notably, losing an hour of daylight can take a toll on people who are susceptible to seasonal affective disorder, a type of depression that peaks during the darker winter months.

From Los Angeles Times

Saba Harouni Lurie, a Los Angeles-based therapist who has experience helping clients deal with seasonal affective disorder, told The Times her No. 1 piece of advice is to increase exposure to sunlight.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• depression
• seasonal depression