Dr Claire Hardy

Claire is an interdisciplinary scientist specialising in social research, looking at learning and change and the use of virtual tools for stakeholder engagement.

Claire Hardy

The James Hutton Institute
Craigiebuckler
Aberdeen AB15 8QH
Scotland UK

Beating the Winter Blues

What is SAD?

SAD is a type of depression which has a seasonal pattern. In winter, it is more common in countries in northern latitudes. An estimated 22% of the UK population experience SAD. Of these, 20% experience ‘Winter Blues’ or subsyndromal SAD (s-SAD) and 2% experience SAD. Symptoms include low mood and energy, changes in sleep and appetite, and problems concentrating.