Title: Does Weather Affect Your Mood?
Headings: Can Rainy Days Really Get You Down?
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Can Rainy Days Really Get You Down?
The Rumor: Rainy days can really get you down
The Verdict: Yep, rainy days really can get you down

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Can Rainy Days Really Get You Down? From the WebMD Archives
By Julie Taylor
The Rumor: Rainy days can really get you down
Ever notice that as rain drops from the sky, your mood sometimes drops, too? If you feel meh on a dreary day, you might just chalk it up to coincidence. Sure, the Carpenters sang, “Rainy days and Mondays always get me down.” But can rain really ruin your mood? The Verdict: Yep, rainy days really can get you down
If you feel down during a downpour, it’s not your imagination: Bad weather can indeed have a negative effect on your emotions.