Winter Blues: Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder at Work

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As the days grow colder and darker, our latest episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast tackles a crucial topic – Seasonal Affective Disorder. Host Joanne Swann speaks with Dr. Julia Lyons, Senior Counselling Psychiatrist at Onebright, and Kayleigh Frost, Head of Clinical Services at Health Assured. Together, they explore the common symptoms of SAD, its profound effects on both professional and personal spheres, and provide expert insights and practical tips on navigating through it.

Guest 1: Dr Julia Lyons, Senior Counselling Psychiatrist at Onebright

Dr Julia Lyons leads the Psychology Team at Onebright. She has a particular interest in working with individuals with complex trauma and has worked for community mental health teams and private healthcare providers offering therapy, supervision, training, consultancy and service development. Julia has a keen research interest and has published several papers including the topic of Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Questions for Julia:

  1. Can you provide a brief overview of Seasonal Affective Disorder, including some common signs and symptoms, and discuss its impact on individuals?
  2. How might Seasonal Affective Disorder affect personal relationships, and what advice do you have for individuals and their loved ones in navigating these challenges?
  3. What advice do you have for individuals with Seasonal Affective Disorder when it comes to setting healthy boundaries in both personal and professional spheres?
  4. How can individuals proactively plan for the winter months to mitigate the impact of Seasonal Affective Disorder on their daily lives and relationships?

Guest 2: Kayleigh Frost, Head of Clinical Services at Health Assured

Kayleigh Frost is the Head of Clinical Services at Health Assured, which is a leading mental health and wellbeing provider. Kayleigh has responsibility for the management and development of the occupational health teams and manages Health Assured’s trauma and wellbeing provisions too. Kayleigh is a qualified Mental Health First Aider, a thought leader on workplace mental health, and a regular guest speaker at industry-leading webinars and events.

 
Questions for Kayleigh:
  1. How can employers foster a workplace culture that acknowledges and supports employees dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder?
  2. How can employers help manage workloads and expectations during the winter months to reduce stress and support employees with Seasonal Affective Disorder?
  3. Given the connection between exposure to natural light and improved mood, are there creative ways employers can integrate nature into the work environment to mitigate the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder?
  4. With the increasing prevalence of remote work, how can employers leverage technology to create a virtual environment that supports employees with Seasonal Affective Disorder and maintains a sense of connectedness?

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Joanne is the editor for Workplace Wellbeing Professional and has a keen interest in promoting the safety and wellbeing of the global workforce. After earning a bachelor’s degree in English literature and media studies, she taught English in China and Vietnam for two years. Before joining Work Well Pro, Joanne worked as a marketing coordinator for luxury property, where her responsibilities included blog writing, photography, and video creation.

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Dr Julia Lyons leads the Psychology Team at Onebright. She has a particular interest in working with individuals with complex trauma and has worked for community mental health teams and private healthcare providers offering therapy, supervision, training, consultancy and service development. Julia has a keen research interest and has published several papers including the topic of Seasonal Affective Disorder.

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Kayleigh Frost is the Head of Clinical Services at Health Assured, which is a leading mental health and wellbeing provider. Kayleigh has responsibility for the management and development of the occupational health teams and manages Health Assured’s trauma and wellbeing provisions too. Kayleigh is a qualified Mental Health First Aider, a thought leader on workplace mental health, and a regular guest speaker at industry-leading webinars and events.

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