How to Decorate Your Home to Ward Off the Seasonal Blues

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How to Decorate Your Home to Ward Off the Seasonal Blues
Combat chilly temperatures and shorter days by creating a warm and cheery home atmosphere this winter. jittawit.21/Getty Images/iStockphoto/TCA
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By Mary Cornetta From Tribune Content Agency

The winter season brings plenty of holiday cheer, but there’s no denying the gloomy months after daylight saving time can be difficult. The downside of having less sunlight during the winter months is that many people experience the “winter blues.” These blues can develop into seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a condition that’s believed to be caused, in part, by the season’s shorter days. And while SAD requires an official diagnosis, there are several small things you can do to improve your mood, starting in your own home.

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