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Athens, GA

Some of us start getting health challenges or mental health challenges when Fall hits. So far, we have seen a lot of people calling out sick with Apple Pox and Pumpkin Pox. Others are experiencing seasonal mood disorders. Have you or someone you know been effected this way or is it just me?

asking for some friends...

September 24, 2025
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Members connected over the dual meaning of 'falling' during fall, sharing both literal falls and the emotional weight of seasonal mood... Read more

Members connected over the dual meaning of 'falling' during fall, sharing both literal falls and the emotional weight of seasonal mood changes. Several members described physical falls resulting in bruises, gashes, and fractures, with some noting mobility challenges and the difficulties of navigating wet surfaces or using crutches. A recurring theme was the mental health toll of autumn, with many describing increased sadness, loneliness, and feelings of despair tied to shorter daylight hours, work stress, and unresolved trauma, alongside encouragement to seek psychiatric support and crisis resources like 988.

A myHIVteam Member

Four days later and I finally got my shit up guys. But I wouldn’t mind falling for a tall, handsome gentleman though lol JK.

September 29, 2025
A myHIVteam Member

I’m falling right now trying to pull out all my Halloween decorations. It’s so overwhelming sometimes.

September 25, 2025
A myHIVteam Member

I fell two days ago wearing my rubber slippers on a wet concrete floor and made a nice gash on my knee luckily I didn't do any damage.

September 24, 2025 (edited)
A myHIVteam Member

I had a fall about a week before Fall's arrival. But I'm ok. 👍 Just a big, colorful bruise on my arm.

September 24, 2025
A myHIVteam Member

I usually “fall” into a much lower, sadder, more lonely mood in Late October and November
I think I’m sensitive to less daylight time. I also wonder if it’s a Virgo thing with the moon 🌖 alignment.
And hopefully now you haven’t jinxed me to actually physically fall, it’s bound to happen now.

September 24, 2025

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