The end of fall marks the beginning of the holiday season. The holidays can be a joyful yet lonely time, especially for seniors. During the winter season the holidays can provoke a real syndrome called the holiday blues. The holiday blues are a feeling of overwhelming sorrow, introspection, and solitude. It steals the joys of the holiday season and can have long term effects on an individual. Possible causes of holiday blues involve:
- Tiredness
- Delusional expectations
- Tension
- Over-commercialization
- Financial anxiety
- Distance from family and friends
According to a survey published by the American Psychological Association, 38 percent of people felt a rise in stress, anxiety, and depression levels between the weeks of Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. The holiday blues typically dissipate a week or two after the holiday season and should not be confused for depression, which can be long-lasting. Seniors are especially susceptible to this phenomenon. If you would like to learn more about the holiday blues, visit our blog Wednesday to learn how you can combat the holiday blues.
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