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A recent study, by employee health risk specialist \u2018Willis PMI Group\u2019, has revealed that nearly a quarter of UK employers have encountered Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in the workplace.<\/h2>\n

“SAD is a medically recognised condition, believed to be caused by reduced sunlight levels affecting hormone production, that comes and goes in a seasonal pattern and is sometimes known as \u2018winter depression\u2019 because symptoms tend to be more severe during winter<\/i>” said Mike Blake, Director at Willis PMI Group.<\/p>\n

The study also uncovered that 23% of UK Human Resource (HR) professionals had received reports from employees suffering from the condition. However, almost one in five (18%) believe that SAD is an unnecessary label used to explain natural, seasonal changes in mood.<\/p>\n

Almost three-quarters (74%) of the HR professionals surveyed noticed a downturn in mood among staff during the dark winter months. Furthermore, 43 % said they also noticed a downturn in staff productivity during winter.<\/p>\n

Shockingly 21% of HR professionals surveyed failed to recognize SAD effects on employees\u2019 mood and productivity.<\/p>\n

“There is clearly a lack of understanding on how to handle the issue of SAD amongst employers<\/i>,” added Blake. Lifestyle measures, including getting as much natural sunlight as possible, exercising regularly and managing stress levels, as well as light and talking therapies can have a significant impact in reducing symptoms<\/i>.”<\/p>\n

Employers should consider changing the office layout so staff capture natural daylight. Alternatively if natural light is a problem encourage outside meetings, a walking club at lunch or office yoga.<\/p>\n

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