Conversations Live: Seasonal Affective Disorder
Aired January 19, 2023
About 5% of the U.S. population experiences seasonal depression. Pennsylvania in particular tends to have higher rates on average as the days get shorter and the winter weather hits. Our panel of experts discuss what leads to Seasonal Affective Disorder, methods for treating it, and ways to stay healthy and active during the winter months.
Host
Carolyn Donaldson
WPSU Community Engagement
Guests
Sultan Magruder, Ph.D.
Psychologist and Assistant Director, DEI, Penn State Counseling and Psychological Services
Madhavi Singh, MD
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