Dr. Pipher is a clinical psychologist and writer in Lincoln, Neb., and the author, most recently, of “A Life in Light: Meditations on Impermanence.” This essay was originally published in ...

When is the winter solstice? The solstice occurs on Dec. 21, at 10:27 p.m. EST. It happens at the same instant everywhere on Earth. The date of the winter solstice varies from year to year and can ...

From experiencing seasonal depression to feeling friskier, here are some ways winter affects people's mental health and attitude. Skip to main content. Scientific American. December 20, 2023.