Less Light, More Risk: the Impact of Autumn and Winter on People with Bipolar Disorder

Experts warn that the reduction of sunlight and changes in biological rhythm can destabilize people with bipolar disorder, increasing the risk of depressive episodes. For many people, the change of season marks the beginning of an era of tranquility: cooler days, warm clothes and an environment conducive to staying at home. However, for those living with bipolar disorder, the passage from summer to autumn can become a period of greater vulnerabi…