The January Blues – real or imagined?
Is it really a thing? The January blues are, indeed, a real thing with extensive writing and media coverage including a blog post by Circle Psychology Partners and an active discussion on The Jeremy Vine Show on Monday 5th January 2026. Differing slightly from Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD) which may be classed as a form of clinical depression, and require treatment, the January blues are shorter in duration and may affect more people. This is especially true in times of financial hardship, the return to work after the festive season, and especially if you leave for work and return…