Seasonal affective disorder and seasonally affected skin
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a recognized mental health condition, seasonally affected dermis or skin is another thing altogether. And even though I know it’s always going to happen, the onset always makes me feel a little down.
Temperatures have dropped dramatically here in the U.K .,and we have had chilly, cold and occasionally damp weather of late. It’s been a case of off with the sandals and into boots and socks, as the prospect of winter moves ever closer, with no regard to the fact that summer was a total washout this year.
I guess I am more affected by the sun – or at least by light –...
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Back to black…with white flecks
I adore winter clothes. I don’t stand out in my long sleeved tops and my thicker tights are common place in the winter months. I also love the rich dark colors, the many shades of black (and I must say I didn’t know there were quite so many shades of black until I tried – and failed miserably – to find a black jacket to match a pair of black trousers!) and the splashes of color all in winter soft thickness.
But, of course, this brings along yet another little dilemma…skin shedding and the tell-tale white flaky flecks that show up against the darker fabrics.
I am rigorous in my moisturizing routin...
Source: Life with Psoriasis - October 19, 2007 Category: Other Conditions Authors: Christa Joyce Tags: aloe vera autoimmune flaking skin itch Itchy skin PA Psoriasis Psoriasis lifestyle Psoriasis lotions Psoriasis treatment psoriasis1 psoriatic arthritis psoriatic lesions Psoriatic RA red spots on skin rheumatoid arthritis s Source Type: blogs
