When people think about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), they usually imagine long, gray winter days, cold weather, and a lack of sunlight. But for some, the change in seasons triggers something very different. Instead of the winter blues, they experience deep sadness, anxiety, or irritability during the summer months. This condition is known as summer-onset Seasonal Affective Disorder, and it is very real.

As summer temperatures rise, so can feelings of stress, irritability, and fatigue. While the season is often associated with vacations and sunshine, for many people, hot weather brings unexpected challenges to mental health.

Whether you're dealing with increased anxiety, low motivation, or emotional burnout, you're not alone and there are things you can do to feel better.