(WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- A suburban lawmaker and mental health advocate is urging people not to ignore a potentially serious issue that is most common at this time of year.
It's a form of depression called "Seasonal Affective Disorder" or SAD.
Mental health experts say it's triggered at this time of the year because it's when we get the least amount of sunlight.
State Senator Karina Villa of West Chicago said she is among those affected by SAD, but she adds there are ways of coping. For her, it’s with exercise, a good diet and keeping in contact with family.
Villa says if such things don't ease the symptoms of SAD, it's time to seek professional help.
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