WHO GETS Seasonal Affective Disorder?
Seasonal Affective Disorder affects both genders, and people of all ages. A small but significant percentage of children are affected, with the female-male ratio being about equal among this age group. In the 15-43 age group, however, women outnumber men by nearly 3.5 to 1. After age 44, the number of women starts to decline and the gender ratio again equalizes.2 The effect of latitude on the incidence of Seasonal Affective Disorder has not been determined conclusively. Numerous studies indicate that incidence increases with higher latitude, but some other studies have either failed to show any correlation or shown an opposite trend.3 Anyone deprived of regular sunlight exposure or adequate indoor lighting can suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder symptoms. A series of rainy, overcast days can trigger Seasonal Affective Disorder even in the summertime. ——————————————————————————– WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS of SAD? Seasonal Affective Dis
