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Originally Posted by Sal
Today (11/17/14) I noticed my mood has become depressed, as it does every fall, when the sun seems to be driven away by the Grayness.
My personal theory is that my mood is a "zero sum" thing. It's way over the top in the late Spring, Summer and early Fall. Sunshine sparking on the water
makes my spirits soar. Then comes the GRAY and my mood goes way down low.
Am I alone? (Misery loves company)
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There is a well-recognized physical ailment called Seasonal Affective Disorder, which apparently has something to do with a person's circadian rhythms and the melatonin levels in their brains.
Some people with SAD have obtained significant relief by the use of special lights designed to give you exposure to the full spectrum that would be available outside of winter.
If you are interested in those types of lights, just Google "SAD lights" and you will find lots of vendors. They are not a quick cure but they do help some people, especially in the Northern climes.
Good luck.