Seasonal Affective Disorder – When The Autumn Blues Become Something More

By Jacqueline Murphy Given the state of Irish weather during 95% of the year, it’s not hard to believe that the constant chill looming in the air and the almost non-existent sunlight levels are having a negative impact on our daily mood and overall attitude towards life. But what if I told you there was more to it than simply suffering from a case of the … Continue reading Seasonal Affective Disorder – When The Autumn Blues Become Something More

With Winter Comes Snowflakes

Sorcha Lanigan documents a mental disorder that can stop anyone in their tracks this season Autumn has left Cork abruptly and slammed the door on the way out. The shudder has sent all the leaves to the ground at once, and walking to college has become synonymous with staggering through a busy ice rink without blades; the ground is wet and slippery, the air damp … Continue reading With Winter Comes Snowflakes