Five ways to look after yourself as winter approaches

By Andy M Morley, Subject Lead: Psychology & Neuroscience, University of Lancashire
Sandi Mann, Senior Lecturer, Psychology, University of Lancashire

When the clocks “fall back” in the autumn, it signals the start of the winter months. And, for many, this time change also signals the start of a difficult period – where the cold weather and long nights wear on their mental health.

To help you adjust to the darker evenings, here are our five top tips for easing your way through the winter:

1. Make the most of the daylight

Natural light regulates our body clock – the internal system which influences our sleep…

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