Holiday stress, shorter days affect Arkansans’ mental health in winter

A spectator gets ready to take a video of the Arkansas State Capitol Christmas Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 3, in Little Rock. (Arkansas Democrat-Gazette/Staci Vandagriff)
A spectator gets ready to take a video of the Arkansas State Capitol Christmas Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 3, in Little Rock. (Arkansas Democrat-Gazette/Staci Vandagriff)

Mental health professionals say more Arkansans are seeking support services this time of the year, as the holidays boost stress levels and less sunlight during the shorter winter days triggers a seasonal disorder in some people.

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