Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Archives

Dear Tacit, With the days getting shorter, I am suddenly having issues getting to sleep at night. Any suggestions? Signed: Needing Sleep Dear...

Dear Tacit, I am not feeling great. I went to see my dr and he says there is nothing medically wrong with me. He thinks I am having some mental...

Dear Tacit, I struggle with bouts of depression, and I can get pretty low at times (low energy, low mood, low outlook). What are some ways I can...

Dear Tacit, Can you explain how white noise helps with mental wellness? Signed: Too Many Noises Dear Too Many Noises: Many people don’t know this...

Dear Tacit, Should I get a mental health diagnosis to start my counselling journey? Signed: Are Labels Helpful? Dear Are Labels Helpful, What a...

Dear Tacit, It’s that time of year again – the days are getting shorter and I am losing my motivation. I get tired faster; I have less drive; and...

Dear Tacit, I feel like I am stuck in a rut and have lost the spark that comes from really enjoying life. Overall, I feel “meh” most of the...

Dear Tacit, A few months ago, you mentioned ways to boost our body’s natural melatonin levels, to help improve a person’s ability to sleep. Can...

Dear Tacit, How can I tell if someone has a mental health problem? Signed: Wanting To Know Dear Wanting To Know, One of the most common answers I...

Dear Tacit, I have struggled with a general feeling of depression, every day, for years. I can still go to work and do what I need to do. But I...

Dear Tacit, I’m finding that my energy levels dip much faster in these colder, darker months. Any tips to help me feel better? Signed: SAD Dear...