Click here for information on Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Click here for information on Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Fewer hours of daylight, irritating cold and cloudy skies can drive some people into a serious depression.
For some people, the depression can be part of a serious problem called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short. Doctors say SAD, which can start in your teens and get worse as you age, is a serious problem for thousands of Americans.
While some may suffer from SAD, others just feel sad around this time of year and aren't sure why.
Dr. Lynn Bornfriend says some people can go through everything from heavy weight gain to a whole lot of sleeping as part of the disorder.
It may feel like it's all over until spring, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Health experts recommend you get outside and try something new.
Whether it's taking a 15-20 minute walk, even if it's a little cold outside, to trying yoga, health experts say it will get your energy up and will help you burn off those extra carbs you crave.
You could also try a new diet or replace the alcohol or beer with more energy boosting health snacks.
You can see some other tips and watch the story from FOX 29's Joyce Evans in the video above.
Tuesday, June 11 2013 5:54 AM EDT2013-06-11 09:54:40 GMT
Will Sarah Murnaghan receive the lungs she needs to save her life? No one can answer that question just yet. But she and other children like her may now have a better chance of survival.
Will Sarah Murnaghan receive the lungs she needs to save her life? No one can answer that question just yet. But she and other children like her may now have a better chance of survival.
Friday, June 7 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-06-07 22:18:50 GMT
A Delaware County girl is hoping she's one day closer to receiving a new lung. And thanks to the overwhelming push to help 10-year-old Sarah Murnaghan, a little boy and his family also have new hope.
A Delaware County girl is hoping she's one day closer to receiving a new lung. And thanks to the overwhelming push to help 10-year-old Sarah Murnaghan, a little boy and his family also have new hope. But time is ticking away on the temporary restraining order that allows these children a chance at adult organs.
Friday, June 7 2013 11:19 AM EDT2013-06-07 15:19:14 GMT
We're hearing from Sarah Murnaghan's doctor about why she needs a lung so urgently, as another child's family files suit to get their son on the adult donor list.
We're hearing from Sarah Murnaghan's doctor about why she needs a lung so urgently, as another child's family files suit to get their son on the adult donor list.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:07 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:07:39 GMT
Published reports are saying this is a murder/suicide. The victim is 47 year old family practice doctor Michelle Liggio, and the alleged gunman is her estranged husband 58 year old Christopher.
Published reports are saying this is a murder/suicide. The victim is 47 year old family practice doctor Michelle Liggio, and the alleged gunman is her estranged husband 58 year old Christopher.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:57:09 GMT
A former teacher in central Pennsylvania is charged with allowing a student to perform body piercings in class. The teacher at Northern York County High School resigned after the incident last April.
A former teacher in central Pennsylvania is charged with allowing a student to perform body piercings in class. The teacher at Northern York County High School resigned after the incident last April.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:26 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:26:08 GMT
Torrential rain and storms are moving across the region tonight. The heavy rain is causing flooding for some people out on the roads, particularly in South Jersey and Delaware.
Torrential rain and storms are moving across the region tonight. The heavy rain is causing flooding for some people out on the roads, particularly in South Jersey and Delaware.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:20:41 GMT
Bensalem Police have released a series of photos of the suspect wanted for stabbing a man during a vehicle break-in.It all happened on Monday when the suspect was observed trying to break into vehicle
Bensalem Police have released a series of photos of the suspect wanted for stabbing a man during a vehicle break-in.It all happened on Monday when the suspect was observed trying to break into vehicle
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:17:37 GMT
Lots of traffic and police activity, police cameras are everywhere. But that didn't stopped this armed robber from calmly walking into a Dunkin Donuts on camera Monday afternoon and sticking the place up.
Lots of traffic and police activity, police cameras are everywhere. But that didn't stopped this armed robber from calmly walking into a Dunkin Donuts on camera Monday afternoon and sticking the place up.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:47 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:47:28 GMT
It was a crime that stunned a Montgomery County community--the murder of a baby and her grandmother. Now, the lawyer for 27-year-old Raghunandan Yandamuri says his client was "pressured" into confessing.
It was a crime that stunned a Montgomery County community--the murder of a baby and her grandmother. Now, the lawyer for 27-year-old Raghunandan Yandamuri says his client was "pressured" into confessing.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:41 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:41:03 GMT
A man from Newark Delaware has been charged after he exposed himself to a woman while stopped at a red light. The incident happened on May 1 around 8:30 p.m.
A man from Newark Delaware has been charged after he exposed himself to a woman while stopped at a red light.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:58 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:58:15 GMT
Ever wonder how you can stay toned while on vacation? FOX29's Mike Jerrick was out on the patio with some tips from the folks at Balance Chestnut Hill on "Good Day Philadelphia" Tuesday morning.
Ever wonder how you can stay toned while on vacation?
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