Reverse Seasonal Affective Disorder Affects Summer Enjoyment in St. Louis
As summer approaches, a small but vocal group of individuals, including Sophia Marren from St. Louis, Missouri, are experiencing reverse seasonal affective disorder (RSAD), also known as summer SAD. Unlike the more commonly known winter SAD, RSAD is characterized by irritability, insomnia, and anxiety during warmer months. Marren, a content creator, finds herself overwhelmed by societal pressures associated with summer, such as body image concerns and the expectation to participate in outdoor activities. This condition, while not formally recognized as a medical diagnosis, affects about one percent of Americans. Marren's experience is shared by others who prefer the slower pace of winter, finding the heat and extended daylight of summer stressful. According to the New York Post, RSAD can manifest as a subtype of Major Depressive Disorder with a Seasonal Pattern. 
