The 60-minute virtual session focused on the client's experience with seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Client reported feeling increasingly down, with low energy and motivation as the days grew shorter. They stated, "I feel like I'm just dragging myself out of bed," and described difficulty completing daily tasks. Client noted a decrease in social interactions and a tendency to retreat into isolation during this time of year, which has further impacted their mental health. The therapist discussed the physical effects of winter, including the lack of sunlight, and how this can exacerbate feelings of depression and lethargy. Interventions included suggesting the client spend at least 20 minutes outdoors daily to increase sunlight exposure, even in less-than-ideal weather, and exploring the possibility of light therapy. The importance of exercise, such as short daily walks, was also emphasized to combat lethargy. Client agreed to try these strategies and track their progress but expressed uncertainty about fitting them into their routine. The therapist encouraged them to start small and build gradually. The client will check in next week to review their progress and discuss adjustments as needed.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder
Client is struggling with feelings of sadness and low energy as winter approaches.
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Today’s 60-minute virtual session focused on the client’s experience with seasonal affective disorder (SAD). As the days grew shorter, they have started to feel increasingly down, with low energy and motivation. They said, "I feel like I'm just dragging myself out of bed," describing how it’s becoming harder to get through daily tasks. We discussed the physical effects of winter, particularly the lack of sunlight, and how this can exacerbate feelings of depression and lethargy. We also talked about how their mental health has been impacted by a decrease in social interactions, as they tend to retreat into isolation during this time of year.
I suggested that they try to integrate more sunlight into their daily routine by spending at least 20 minutes outdoors each day, even if the weather isn’t ideal. We also discussed the possibility of using light therapy to help manage their symptoms. The client seemed willing to try these strategies but expressed uncertainty about how to fit them into their routine. We also discussed the importance of exercise in combating the lethargy of SAD, and I encouraged them to start with something simple like short daily walks. Client agreed to try these steps and track their progress. We’ll check in next week to see how they’re doing with these adjustments.
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