Tag Archives: Blues

Winter may worsen our Covid blues

Mental health issues such as anxiety linked to Covid-19 could be exacerbated by a long, dark winter, according to a former president of the Irish Medical Organisation. Dr Matthew Sadlier, a consultant in older person’s psychiatry, said his psychiatrist colleagues are already reporting an increase in referrals to mental health services since the summer. He… Read More »

5 Tips for Beating the Holiday Blues This Season

It’s easy to think that everyone loves the holidays—tree lightings, festive gatherings, family parties, and corny White Elephant gift exchanges can be fun. The truth? “If you sample adults, it turns out there’s a small percentage of people who love the holidays,” says John Sharp, M.D., author of The Emotional Calendar: Understanding Seasonal Influences and… Read More »