In many cultures throughout history, spring and summer have been associated with rebirth, life and vitality, and are celebrated. But for some people, this time of year is anything but celebratory. For them, warm weather brings on feelings of anxiety and persistent agitation.

In the popular consciousness, Seasonal affective disorder is most often associated with the feelings of depression that arise during cold, overcast winter months — but there is a warm-weather variant as well.

Jami Dumler, regional clinic director for Thriveworks in Pennsylvania, said warm-weather SAD is more associated with anxiety and agitation than depression, and is less common.

“With winter seasonal depression, that might look like increased sleeping, weight gain, lacking energy, withdrawing from your social c

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