Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or ‘extreme winter blues’ is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons. According to medical professionals, light therapy is one of the best ways to curb and ease symptoms of SAD. Mental Health Resources:The UPEI community offers several resources for mental health support both on and off-campus. Canadian Mental Health Association of PEI has a directory of self-help and community resources. International Students looking for mental health information in languages other than English: Multicultural Mental Health Resource Centre and Centre for Addiction and Mental HealthJust like winter passes onto spring, this phase too will pass.

Source: Wall Street Journal January 23, 2022 18:05 UTC