1hooper
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Dec 11, 2022 11:39:51 GMT -5
Post by 1hooper on Dec 11, 2022 11:39:51 GMT -5
“Cold, dark weather can have a real impact on our mood,” said APA President Rebecca W. Brendel, M.D., J.D. “Especially in northern areas of the country, where winter lasts for several months, it’s important to keep tabs on our mood and to seek help if sadness or other symptoms become overwhelming. It’s also a great time to remember that there are winter traditions and activities that can bring us joy and lift our moods.”
Two-thirds of adults (66%) noted behavioral changes during winter. While a quarter of adults reported they felt depressed during this time, that number was higher among women (29%), Hispanic adults (30%), people in rural areas (32%), those in the Midwest (31%), and mothers (37%). Winter also impacts people in a number of other ways.
Among activities that boost Americans’ mood during the winter are:
Spending time with friends and families during the holidays (44%), with women (52%) more likely than men (36%), and moms (56%) more likely than dads (42%) to say so. Sleeping more (34%), with parents especially citing this (43%). Traveling to warmer locations (19%). Making sure there were good light sources in the home (27%). Enjoying good food (49%).
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1hooper
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Dec 11, 2022 11:43:36 GMT -5
Post by 1hooper on Dec 11, 2022 11:43:36 GMT -5
Why didn't they list music?
Whoa! I feel good, I knew that I would, now I feel good, I knew that I would, now So good, so good, I got you Whoa! I feel nice, like sugar and spice I feel nice, like sugar and spice So nice, so nice, I got you
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spanky
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Dec 11, 2022 12:24:33 GMT -5
Post by spanky on Dec 11, 2022 12:24:33 GMT -5
100% agree
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Psyche
Dec 11, 2022 13:18:30 GMT -5
Post by PonyGirlJCM on Dec 11, 2022 13:18:30 GMT -5
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