As with other kinds of depression, a person with SAD may notice any or all of the following symptoms:
- Feeling listless, sad or down every day
- Feelings of despair, guilt and worthlessness
- Sleeping for much longer than normal and finding it difficult to get up in the morning
- Gaining weight which may be tied to cravings for sweet and starchy comfort foods
- Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed, including withdrawing from people.
- Difficulty concentrating
- Lack of energy and extreme fatigue even though you may be sleeping a lot more than normal
- Feeling anxious and irritable
- Being more prone to physical health problems, such as colds, infections or other illnesses
- Physical problems, such as headaches
- Suicidal feelings
