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How is seasonal affective disorder linked to substance use disorder? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is sometimes flung around casually in conversation. But it’s more than just feeling sad when the winter and darker days set in. SAD is classified as a major depressive disorder with a seasonal pattern. About 25% of people living with serious mental health conditions, including SAD, deal with addiction. Similarly, if you have bipolar disorder, symptoms of depression may worsen seasonally. Women...
Seasonal affective disorder? It might be your hormones The “winter blues” are real. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects roughly 5% of U.S. adults, and nearly 4 in 10 people say their mood reliably tanks in winter. Less sunlight, shorter days, and melatonin going into overdrive all play a role. While SAD may be a convenient scapegoat for every low mood between November and March, its symptoms—like fatigue, irritability, low motivation—can also be driven by hormone imbalances. “Hormon...
The shifting demand for remote talent amid global business growth The upswing in remote work has been the most conspicuous employment trend in recent memory, driven initially by necessity, before employee expectations and demand shifted along with it. This creates opportunities for fast-growing businesses seeking new strategies to perpetuate their expansion, both domestically and globally. When entering the global marketplace, the challenge to be competitive is especially steep. Solutions and...
Comparing AI personal finance assistants: ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot and Claude AI (short for artificial intelligence) has become an everyday tool for managing money. It can do everything from explain basic financial concepts to offer personalized help with your budget and savings plan to help you prepare for meetings with your financial advisor. Not all AI assistants are the same, and each platform has its own strengths, weaknesses, and ideal use cases. If you’re comparing ChatGPT, Gemini, C...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.39 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.09 (-3.5%) - Year change: -$0.31 (-11.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.14 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.7%) - Year change:...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.44 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.15 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.8%) - Year change: -$0.20 (-5.9%) -...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.47 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.06 (-2.4%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.24 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.4%) -...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.48 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.8%) - Year change: -$0.20 (-7.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.22 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.2%) - Year change: -$0.03 (-1.0%)...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Decatur in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Decatur, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.44 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.6%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.19 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.08 (-2.4%)...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Huntsville, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.52 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.24 (-8.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.24 - Week change: -$0.08 (-2.5%) - Year...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.48 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.5%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-10.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.20 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.6%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.42 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.9%) - Year change: -$0.38 (-13.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.18 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.7%) - Year change:...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.45 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.5%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.26 - Week change: -$0.00 (-0.1%) - Year...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.46 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.24 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.3%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.51 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.6%) - Year change: -$0.25 (-8.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $3.29 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.5%) - Year change:...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.50 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.05 (-2.0%) - Year change: -$0.26 (-9.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.37 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.12...
‘You shouldn’t come to the temple drunk’: The ever-changing rules and rituals of LDS temple worship For much of its history, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was a faith centered around meetinghouses, which were a buzz of activity throughout the week. That is far less the case today. Leaders have reoriented the 17.5 million-member church — outside of the home, at least — around a new focus: temples. Go as often as circumstances allow has been the mantra poured from the pulpit at...
A hydration guide for people on GLP-1s Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) are used to treat obesity, Type 2 diabetes, and more. These medications, while helpful for these conditions, could indirectly cause fluid or electrolyte imbalances. LMNT shares what to watch for and how to strategize with electrolytes. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) medications — sold under the blockbuster brand names Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and more — have dominated hea...
How policy is setting the stage for markets in 2026 As we step into 2026, the fundamental backdrop for markets appears more favorable than anything we’ve seen since 2021. It may be hard to remember after wrapping up a strong year for global markets, but investors climbed a significant wall of worry throughout 2025. Policy uncertainty dominated headlines: Would DOGE trigger a recession? Was the U.S. heading into a trade war? Would the Fed prioritize fighting inflation or supporting the m...
DHS is deputizing local and state police forces to enforce immigration law On Sept. 2, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a press release announcing a change that has the potential to transform law enforcement across the country, and especially in rural counties. A new promise to reimburse salaries, benefits, and overtime pay for county and municipal law enforcement officers who partner with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) could prove a major incentive for...
Media_Photos // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which...
Staying home to raise the family? Here’s what the working spouse needs to earn While the cost of raising a young child can now reach over $40,000 in pre-tax income annually, depending on where you live, many families find ways to mitigate some of the larger costs associated with parenthood. This often includes considerations about who will work in the household and whether young children will require paid daycare services while their parents are occupied. With tradeoffs abound, many parents m...
Sectors to consider when investing in 2026 Investors who navigated 2025 with diversified portfolios didn’t just reduce risk—they enhanced returns. In 2026, the playbook for many investors remains balanced: Stay invested in large-cap AI leaders while broadening exposure beyond the narrowest part of the market. Range highlights three aspects of portfolio construction to pay attention to this year. Maintaining Exposure to AI and Big Tech Without Going All In Concerns of an AI bubble abound, and...
Motorcycle insurance and state helmet laws: A 50‑state overview Motorcycle insurance coverage protects riders and their bikes from financial loss due to liability, collision damage, theft, and other risks. State helmet laws intersect with insurance considerations because helmet use affects injury severity, safety statistics, and sometimes even premium cost factors. Cheap Insurance explores how each state approaches helmet requirements, helping to clarify differences in rider risk profiles and i...
Canada produces a lot of oil. So does Venezuela. How does it all fit together? Politicians in Alberta like to claim credit, or cast blame, when it comes to the price of a barrel of oil. Low prices are Ottawa’s fault, or the previous government’s — its regulations or policy or ideology or some mishmash of all three. High prices are the result of prudent governance, of course. In reality, Canada, and Alberta in particular, are at the mercy of global markets and global powers that are large...
