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The Genetic Links to Anxiety and Depression Study
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The winter season brings along darker skies, but what does this mean for our mental health?

Read here about the signs that it may be more than just the winter blues, and reach out for support if you need it.

(Samaritans, Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), SANEline)

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Dark blue background with snowy features (snowy hill, trees, snowflakes), GLAD logo and study website. Text reads genetic links to anxiety and depression, GLAD, gladstudy.org.uk, it’s getting darker outside… What could this mean for our minds? Dark blue background with snowy features (icicles and trees), GLAD logo and study website. Text reads genetic links to anxiety and depression, GLAD, gladstudy.org.uk, As we tilt away from the sun during the winter months, we receive less light and colder weather. For some, this can mean having low moods, sleeping longer than normal, and often feeling lethargic. In some cases, seasonal affective disorder occurs (SAD). MET Office, NHS (2021) Dark blue background with snowy features (icicles and trees), GLAD logo and study website. Text reads genetic links to anxiety and depression, GLAD, gladstudy.org.uk, SAD symptoms include but are not limited to: NHS (2021) A loss of pleasure or interest in normal everyday activities, Irritability, Feelings of despair, guilt and worthlessness, Finding it hard to get up in the morning, Difficulty concentrating. Whilst not everyone suffers from SAD, the winter season can be hard regardless. What can we do to help with this? Dark blue background with snowy features (icicles and snowflakes as textboxes), GLAD logo and study website. Text reads genetic links to anxiety and depression, GLAD, gladstudy.org.uk, Keep a diary and prepare for difficult times, Dedicate time to your physical health, Reach out to loved ones, let them know how you are feeling, Plan relaxing activities, Talk to a medical professional, Take extra time for self-care, Get out whilst the sun is out, alone or with friends, Mind (2022)
December 18, 2024 at 10:27 AM
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Everyone’s posting their #SpotifyWrapped, but here’s the GLAD wrapped 2024! 📚🔬

We cannot thank you enough for all of your support🎉

If you would like to join us and be part of our next Wrapped, visit gladstudy.org.uk
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December 10, 2024 at 10:27 AM
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Want to read more about anxiety and depression📚?

Check out our book suggestions to inspire creativity and embrace life’s journey✨

Let us know your recommendations!

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#mentalhealthmatters #anxietybooks
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December 5, 2024 at 10:27 AM
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Hi all! We're the GLAD Study, the world's largest study of anxiety and depression

We welcome anyone 16+ living in the UK with #depression, #anxiety or no experience of #mentalhealthdisorders to sign up to make a change in mental health research

Join us: gladstudy.org.uk
December 4, 2024 at 12:15 PM