Time change could trigger seasonal depressionNovember 4, 2019 - 16:18 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Daylight saving time is over . The sun will rise later and set earlier, and that can throw off our circadian rhythms. For a certain percentage of people, the shorter days lead to seasonal affective disorder, a clinical depression. Seasonal affective disorder alters a person's mood from upbeat, to lacking energy. It's like running at half the speed- mood wise. They spend more time feeling sad, lacking motivation, tired, and might not get much sleep. Doctor Allan Jacobs says this happens because your body clock is regulated by light, WSFB reports. "I think it's very curable so to speak so people shouldn't just say 'oh that's winter I'm going to have a terrible time for 5 months,' no. It's useful to take measures to try and feel better," he said. To cope with the symptoms, doctors suggest light-bulbs that mimic sunlight, exercise, and in some cases, when prescribed by a doctor, antidepressants. Related links: Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says. Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |