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Winter might’ve gotten off to a late start, but the cold months are officially here.  

It’s chilly, dark and cloudy for much of the day, triggering some Minnesotans to experience the winter blues or seasonal affective disorder — also known as SAD.  

Symptoms include feeling sluggish and having low energy, sleeping too much, eating too much and feeling hopeless. While there is no clear cause, doctors believe exposure to less sunlight and shorter days play a role. 

MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about seasonal affective disorder, what symptoms to watch out for and advice on how to handle the winter blues. 

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Looking for ways to escape the winter blues? MPR News host Angela Davis talks about seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and how you can get through the cold, dark months ahead.

Looking for a way to escape the winter blues? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests will talk about seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and how you can get through the cold, dark months ahead.

Feeling SAD? Tips to treat seasonal affective disorder

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