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With shorter days and darker commutes, it’s no surprise that two in five adults say their mood shifts during winter months—which could negatively affect employee wellbeing and, in turn, workplace productivity and
morale. According to Lolly Coleman, director of provider quality and engagement at Rula Health, winter often causes dips in mood, energy and focus, making it essential for HR leaders to recognize early signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). While many people are familiar with the “winter blues,” she explains, SAD is a more pervasive mood disorder tied to clinical depr
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ssion symptoms. According to Coleman, although research is ongoing