Seasonal affective disorder (aptly known as ‘SAD’) is a type of depression which, in its most common form, strikes only in the autumn and winter months. Once spring and summer come along, those affected feel perfectly well and normal. There is a less common form in which depression only occurs in the summer months.
Source: https://www.mydr.com.au/mental-health/seasonal-affective-disorder
See Depression
GENERAL INFO
MyDr: Seasonal affective disorder
Health Direct: Seasonal affective disorder
SELF-HELP
Talk to your GP/doctor or contact Your Crew to
help you get to your doctor.
If you feel at immediate risk call 000
FORUMS, TOOLS & VIDEOS
Sane Forums: SAD lived experiences
Crewing for or Helping Others
Sometimes, it can be hard to know what to do to support someone. You may feel stressed or scared you'll say the wrong thing.
Remember your main role as Crew or a supportive friend or family is to listen, acknowledge and communicate support. That can mean calling a professional service such as Kids Helpline or, in an emergency, calling 000 They can also guide you on what to do.
See How to Ask If Your Friend Is OK video
If you are under 18 years old, you can also reach out to an adult or your Crew to help you support someone.
See Professional and Urgent Help for a list of services with live phone numbers and links
See Pathways to Help
