Seasonal Depression Worksheet
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HappierTherapy
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The Happier Therapy editorial team is made up of Masters and PhD counselling psychologists. Each worksheet is created by a team member with exposure to and experience in the subject matter. The worksheet then gets reviewed by a more senior editorial member. This is someone with extensive knowledge of the subject matter and highly cited published material.
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What is the theory behind this Seasonal Depression Worksheet?
Seasonal depression is clinically a subtype of Major Depressive Disorder and is also called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). It shares the symptoms of depression with one exception it mostly occurs in the winter season or when one; ‘s exposure to natural sunlight reduces. Changes in the body’s internal clock coupled with a change in the body’s production of certain neurotransmitters as a result of low sunlight exposure are said to be a major contributor. Therapy can help individuals with SAD to identify and heal the root cause of their condition and take educated steps toward their wellness.
How will the worksheet help?
This worksheet can help individuals struggling with SAD to have a coping and self-care plan in place for the upcoming winter months as a preventative measure against their condition. Having a plan in place will also help in lowering their anxiety as the winter months approach and empower them to take productive steps to manage their condition.
How to use the worksheet?
This worksheet can be used in the relapse prevention stage of therapy for individuals with SAD to help them prepare for the upcoming winter months. Instruct the client to fill the table with actionable steps in each category that they hope to take in the upcoming winter months that can help them manage their symptoms.
