Blue Monday: Monday known as the most depressing day of the year

If you're feeling a little down Monday, you're apparently not alone.

A study by an English doctor finds the third Monday of January to be the most depressing day.

The study was conducted by a psychologist in England who said there were several factors.
It also was used as a marketing campaign for a travel company.

So the big question is, is this so-called ‘Blue Monday’ true?

We asked numerous people, but most have never heard of Blue Monday.

January 21, the third Monday of the year, is said to be the most depressing day of the year.
It's a dreary day and there's no sun.

Psychologist Cliff Arnall developed a ‘Blue Monday’ equation for a travel company.

He said the cold weather, debt, time after the holidays and breaking New Year’s resolutions are key factors.

As for shoppers at Colonial Park Mall, they said they will stay happy.

“In lieu of the blue you make your day what you want to make it, for me at our age, it'll take a lot to depress,” one person commented.

“Today is a Blue Monday because people are upset that New England lost, Atlanta lost but my team won so not a blue Monday for me,” another shopper told us.

However, if you are feeling blue, there are a few ways you can feel better. One way to start is to engage in your favorite activity.