
Colors Reduce SAD Symptoms
Humans thrive in sunlight, meaning we’re more likely to have struggles related to behavior, mood and even circadian rhythm as the sun sets earlier, temperatures drop and plants wither. Up to 20 percent of adults can suffer from seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. SAD is a potentially serious condition that requires treatment, like light therapy, to help regulate melatonin production and relieve symptoms. Studies have shown that colors can have an impact on our mood and how w

Avoiding Sensory Overload in Design
Have you ever been fine and then suddenly felt like everything was just too much? There’s too much talking, too much noise, the music is too loud, the lighting is off. Sensory overload happens when one or more of the body’s five senses become overwhelmed. It can happen, for example, in a crowded waiting room, as a side effect of Jet Lag, or during an emotional reaction. In essence, the brain receives too much information to be able to process it properly. Sensory overload is