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PRONUNCIATION OF SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER

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Seasonal affective disorder is a noun.
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WHAT DOES SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Seasonal affective disorder

Seasonal affective disorder, also known as winter depression, winter blues, summer depression, summer blues, or seasonal depression, was considered a mood disorder in which people who have normal mental health throughout most of the year experience depressive symptoms in the winter or summer. In the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-IV and DSM-5, its status was changed. It is no longer classified as a unique mood disorder but is now a specifier called With seasonal pattern for recurrent major depressive disorder that occurs at a specific time of the year and fully remits otherwise. Although experts were initially skeptical, this condition is now recognized as a common disorder, with its prevalence in the U.S. ranging from 1.4% in Florida to 9.7% in New Hampshire. The U.S. National Library of Medicine notes that "some people experience a serious mood change when the seasons change. They may sleep too much, have little energy, and may also feel depressed. Though symptoms can be severe, they usually clear up." The condition in the summer can include heightened anxiety.

Definition of seasonal affective disorder in the English dictionary

The definition of seasonal affective disorder in the dictionary is a state of depression sometimes experienced by people in winter, thought to be related to lack of sunlight SAD.

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Synonyms and antonyms of seasonal affective disorder in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «seasonal affective disorder» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER

Find out the translation of seasonal affective disorder to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of seasonal affective disorder from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «seasonal affective disorder» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

季节性情感障碍
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

El trastorno afectivo estacional
570 millions of speakers

English

seasonal affective disorder
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

मौसमी उत्तेजित विकार
380 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Arabic

الاضطرابات العاطفية الموسمية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

сезонное аффективное расстройство
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

transtorno afetivo sazonal
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ঋতু প্রতিক্রিয়া ব্যাধি
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

trouble affectif saisonnier
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

gangguan afektif bermusim
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

saisonale affektive Störung
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

季節性情動障害
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

계절 정서 장애
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Kelainan ala musiman
85 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Vietnamese

rối loạn tình cảm theo mùa
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பருவகால பாதிப்புக் குறைபாடு
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

हंगामी उत्तेजित विकार
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Mevsimsel afektif bozukluk
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

disturbo affettivo stagionale
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

sezonowe zaburzenia afektywne
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

сезонне афективний розлад
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

tulburari afective sezoniere
30 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Greek

εποχιακή συναισθηματική διαταραχή
15 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Afrikaans

seisoenale affektiewe versteuring
14 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Swedish

årstidsbunden depression
10 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Norwegian

værsyke
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of seasonal affective disorder

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER»

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about seasonal affective disorder

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER»

Discover the use of seasonal affective disorder in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to seasonal affective disorder and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder: Practice and Research
The new edition of this award winning book brings together distinguished scientists and opinion leaders to discuss the current and anticipated developments in the study and care of SAD.
Timo Partonen, S. R. Pandi-Perumal, 2010
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Seasonal Affective Disorder and Beyond: Light Treatment for ...
This wide-ranging book combines in a single, cohesive reference new, up-to-the-minute findings with a complete summary of the available literature on light therapy.
Raymond W. Lam, 1998
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Positive Options for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): ...
This complete sourcebook shows how to cope with and overcome the problem using a variety of strategies. Written in an easy, informal style, this book is important for anyone overly affected by a cloudy day or the long winter months.
Fiona Marshall, Peter Cheevers, 2003
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Seasonal Affective Disorder For Dummies
You may have seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a serious but treatable condition. This friendly guide helps you identify symptoms, talk to your doctor, and get an accurate diagnosis.
Laura L. Smith, Charles H. Elliott, 2011
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Winter Blues: Everything You Need to Know to Beat Seasonal ...
Presents information on seasonal affective disorder, describing it causes, symptoms, and such treatment options as light therapy, medication, psychotherapy, exercise, and meditation.
Norman E. Rosenthal, 2012
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Coping with the Seasons : A Cognitive Behavioral Approach to ...
Rosenthal, N. E., Sack, D. A., Gillin, C., Lewy, A. J., Goodwin, F. K., Davenport, Y., et al. (1984). Seasonal affective disorder: A description of the syndrome and preliminary findings with light therapy. Archives of General Psychiatry, 41, 72–80.
Kelly J Rohan, 2008
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If You Think You Have Seasonal Affective Disorder
A complete guide to the detection and treatment of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) offers advice on exciting new research regarding the depressive illness that is commonly caused by insufficient sunlight in the winter months. Original.
Clifford Taylor, Robin K. Levinson, 1998
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Seasonal Affective Disorders and Phototherapy
This timely, authoritative compilation provides all clinicians and researchers with a comprehensive update on important, new investigations on this intriguing disorder.
Norman E. Rosenthal, Mary Blehar, 1989
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SAD: Seasonal Affective Disorder : who Gets It, what Causes ...
Describes the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, discusses its causes, and outlines treatment methods
Angela Smyth, Chris Thompson, 1992
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Chronotherapeutics for Affective Disorders: A Clinician's ...
This manual is also essential reading for primary care physicians, sleep medicine specialists and health care administrators.
Anna Wirz-Justice, Francesco Benedetti, Michael Terman, 2013

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER»

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Seasonal Affective Disorder affecting some this winter
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – There's no doubt about it, this winter has been rough. Starting with the November storm last year, it's like the season that just won't end. «wivb.com, Feb 15»
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Seasonal Affective Disorder is more than winter blues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a diagnosis that has affected millions of Americans each year. In the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and ... «The Tennessean, Feb 15»
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How to Tell If Winter Blues Are Seasonal Affective Disorder
Those with seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, have seasonal depression because the lack of daylight exposure throws off their circadian rhythms. Symptoms ... «ABC News, Feb 15»
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5 Nutrition Tips to Cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder
If winter has you down, then you could be experiencing the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). While we may not be able to completely lift your spirits, ... «The Daily Meal, Feb 15»
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How to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder
However, there are ways to conquer Seasonal Affective Disorder. Here are some tips stolen from the Mayo Clinic and WebMD (legitimate medical sources) that ... «CU Columbia Spectator, Feb 15»
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8 Seasonal Affective Disorder Treatments That Actually Work, So …
It may feel like you haven't seen the sun in forever, but the truth of the matter is that winter lasts far past the holidays — sometimes very far. Seasonal Affective ... «Bustle, Jan 15»
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Seasonal affective disorder: explaining the sad of SAD
There's a reason why people dread turning the clocks back. It signals that temperatures not only begin to plummet, but the sun sets hours sooner as the warm ... «The News Journal, Jan 15»
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'Tis the Season for Seasonal Affective Disorder
MONDAY, Dec. 29, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs in some people due to decreased amounts ... «WebMD, Dec 14»
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How to Beat Winter Blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder
Dr. Ellen Hendriksen, the Savvy Psychologist, has 8 tips on how to deal with the blues and their more serious cousin, Seasonal Affective Disorder. By Ellen ... «Scientific American, Dec 14»
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Winter depression: What causes seasonal affective disorder and …
Winter depression is so common that it has a name: seasonal affective disorder, ... About half a million Americans suffer from SAD and an additional 10 to 20 ... «Yahoo News, Dec 14»

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« EDUCALINGO. Seasonal affective disorder [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/seasonal-affective-disorder>. May 2024 ».
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