For those who have noticed signs of despair and loss of strength, or who know from experience that such a situation can come, the psychiatrist recommended taking some steps beforehand.
The transition from a bright and impressionable summer to autumn affects people
In the fall, the warm days become fewer and fewer, and their duration is shorter. At this time, many begin to feel lethargic, lose energy, and have trouble sleeping. With such a temperament, it is difficult to focus on work and even communicate with loved ones.
Psychologist Denis Khakimov noted that autumn depression is a common reaction of the body to the change of season, and with it the restructuring of vital systems. This can happen due to a number of reasons, both natural and psychological.
He said: “Rainy and humid weather leads to a decrease in immunity. Thus, the likelihood of catching colds and exacerbation of chronic diseases increases. Reducing daylight hours leads to a decrease in the production of vitamin D, which can not help but affect the condition of the body. In general, when it gets dark early, it decreases activity”.
Psychological reasons are due to the transition from a bright and warm summer full of impressions to autumn, which is associated with wilting and the approach of winter.
We must also pay special attention to nutrition. The body especially needs vitamins and minerals. For example, vitamin D deficiency can be compensated with fatty fish, butter and cheese. Dairy products, bananas, nuts, fruits and vegetables are good sources of serotonin, or the hormone of happiness.
He added: “Don’t forget about physical activity. Any activity you can do will help. Even simple gymnastics increases the flow of oxygen to the brain, which helps to improve its functioning, as well as the production of endorphins – and the more it is, the better the mood. In addition, when exercising At the gym or at the pool, or going for a run, you shift your attention from weather to exercise.”
In the fall, you should do your favorite hobbies, watch movies and TV shows, and read books. It is also important not to lose contact with relatives and friends, but, on the contrary, to spend as much time as possible together.
If the depressed mood persists for a long time, it is better to resort to the help of specialists.