As autumn deepens across the U.S., shorter days and earlier sunsets accompany the season’s cooling temperatures. This shift affects people differently — while some embrace the slower pace, others experience fatigue, lack of motivation or a general sense of malaise.
A 2024 study from the American Psychiatric Association (APA) found that 40% of Americans report worsening moods during winter months. The impact varies by gender, with 45% of women experiencing mood decline compared to 35% of men.
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