Seasonal depression is actually a subtype depression disorder that only happens during certain periods or months. The most common times happen around Jan. and Oct.

“I feel very gloomy and just don’t want to do much. I miss winter break and have to get back into a school rhythm,” Freshman Gia Parish said.

With the weather and temperatures it can be hard to feel motivated. Even when there are things planned.

“I keep canceling plans because I don’t want to go outside, it’s so cold and miserable. It sucks when it’s so cold and we don’t even have snow on the ground,” Cooper Robertson said.

It can look different in every student, affecting mood and motivation.

“I have been feeling a little sad because I miss the cheer of the holiday season, and just the energy both around and inside me,” Parrish said.

In most cases, people feel down because there isn’t much to look forward to in the upcoming months.

“I try to motivate myself to get excited for spring and summer, but that’s still so far away and it makes me feel even more depressed,” Parrish said.

As of Jan. 22, 17 days have been below 50°.

“I think January is gloomy because the sky is always grey, it’s cold every single day and [I] have nothing to look forward to until spring,” Robertson said.

This weather can also affect people’s work and jobs.

“I work at Sullivans and currently, not many people need gardening done. We are in our slow management time, so my work is not very fun,” Robertson said.

For many students, the weather plays a huge role in mood.

“I get so cold just walking from the car into school, and have to wear my jacket, which ruins my hair and outfit,” Parrish said.

Physical health may also be affected by the colder temperatures and lack of fresh air.

“I have been sick like all of January. Like not sick to the point I can’t do anything, but sick enough for it to make me feel awful. And it’s not just me, it’s like everyone,” Robertson said.

Sometimes, January blues occur because of missing the holidays.

“I honestly feel a bit sad right now because I miss Christmas, and seeing my family. It went by so fast,” Parrish said.

It’s important to remember that this doesn’t last forever, and things get better. And there are things to do that can keep boots moods.

“I have been trying to hang out with my friends a lot, because they make me forget about everything,” Cooper said

It also helps looking at some of the positive things that have happened this month. Indiana University Winning a National football championship.