About.com Health: The Winter Blues

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor Many of us have "off" days from time to time -- when we're not in the best of moods. But for some people, it goes beyond occasional sadness -- depression is a physical illness with many more symptoms than an unhappy mood. Are You Depressed? If you've felt out of sorts lately, check out this list of symptoms to see whether you may be suffering from depression. Are Depression Symptoms Different in Men and Women? Depression Treatments See More About:  depression diagnosis  depression symptoms  It's That Time of Year If you feel depressed only in the winter months, you may have a form of depression called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. Light Therapy for SAD Before You Buy a Light Box See More About:  seasonal affective disorder (sad)  sad symptoms  sad causes Childhood Depression Kids can get depressed, too -- and the signs might be harder to spot, since they may be less able to articulate their feelings. Treatment Options for Kids What Parents Can Do See More About:  helping a depressed child  teen depression  childhood depression Helping a Loved One With Depression If you know someone with depression, you may feel at a loss as to how you can help. Being supportive is the best thing you can do. What to Do If a Friend is Feeling Suicidal See More About:  coping skills  depression in relationships  Health Ads Health Department of Health Health Info Online New Public Health Buy Health Company Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter Birth Control Pills and Blood Clots How to Meditate Kids and Cholesterol Can Supplements Help You Live Longer? Gluten-Free Holiday Party Guide   More from About.com 2011's Cutest Winter Boots Snuggly snow boots are essential for women who live in cold climates, but still want to put their best foot forward. More> 10 Budget Work Essentials Figuring out how to pay for a fabulous work wardrobe can be a challenge. These 10 mix-and-max essentials are all under $50. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Reader Stories How I Lost Weight With Low-Carb Eating What I Wish I Knew Before Knee Replacement Alcoholism Recovery Stories Advertisement