I've noticed at work and my personal life that people are much quicker to lose their temper at this time of the year. I've heard all the excuses; the stress of Christmas shopping, not enough sunlight, bad weather, need a vacation....
Why do you think people get so anxious and tend to lose their temper quicker around Christmas time?

I can answer for myself at least. The weather is colder and the kids are inside more bouncing off the dang walls!! That is my excuse :)

I think it's many things...

1. Weather
2. Crowds
3. Having to buy gifts
4. The idea of family (depending on your relationship with your family)
5. Personally, besides the crowds (I live in NYC) it's my favorite time of the year :)