Exploring Seasonal Affective Disorder: Causes and Effects

What is the general mood of people during summer compared to winter?

• No change in mood

• More cheerful and happy

• More sad and gloomy

• More anxious and stressed

What does the acronym SAD stand for?

• Seasonal Anxiety Disorder

• Seasonal Affective Disorder

• Seasonal Attitude Disorder

• Seasonal Adjustment Disorder

During which seasons do symptoms of SAD typically worsen?

• Summer and Autumn

• Winter and Autumn

• Spring and Winter

• Spring and Summer

What is thought to be one of the main causes of SAD?

• Temperature changes

• Increased humidity

• Reduced daylight hours

• Increased daylight hours

How does the human body detect changes in light levels?

• Through the skin

• Through the eyes

• Through the nose

• Through the ears

What does the internal body clock regulate?

• Muscle growth and repair

• Mood, appetite, and sleep

• Heart rate and blood pressure

• Digestion and metabolism

Which hormone is associated with mood regulation?

• Melatonin

• Serotonin

• Cortisol

• Dopamine

What happens to melatonin production when people are exposed to bright light early in the morning?

• It decreases in the evening

• It increases in the evening

• It occurs earlier in the evening

• It occurs later in the evening

What is melatonin phase advancement?

• The reduction of melatonin production

• The advancement of melatonin production

• The increase in melatonin production

• The delay in melatonin production

Where can you live to experience over 90% sunlight during daylight hours?

• Miami, Florida

• Los Angeles, California

• Yuma, Arizona

• Honolulu, Hawaii