I experience advanced sleep phase syndrome (ASPS) in addition to SAD. …
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I experience advanced sleep phase syndrome (ASPS) in addition to SAD. My understanding of SAD is to treat it with morning light....
I’d like to try a dawn simulator because I want to get up at 6 a.m. …
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I'd like to try a dawn simulator because I want to get up at 6 a.m., and the sun isn't up yet...
Can you tell me if sunbeds help in treatment of seasonal affective disorder?
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Can you tell me if sunbeds help in treatment of seasonal affective disorder?
Answer:
The provisional, but strong answer is No! The essence of...
Is there any correlation between core body temperature and SAD? I have noticed that my body temperature drops markedly when experiencing depression during the...
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Is there any correlation between core body temperature and SAD? I have noticed that my body temperature drops markedly when experiencing depression...
Does SAD typically get more severe over the years? Is it common to have anxiety with it?
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Does SAD typically get more severe over the years? Is it common to have anxiety with it?
Answer:
Many, but not all, SAD patients...
I am a flight attendant, so my sleep patterns are erratic. My work schedules are also varied — sometimes working early mornings and other...
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I am a flight attendant, so my sleep patterns are erratic. My work schedules are also varied -- sometimes working early mornings...
I understand that only a small percentage of the population exhibits symptoms clinically significant enough to be diagnosed as being seasonal affective disorder (SAD)....
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I understand that only a small percentage of the population exhibits symptoms clinically significant enough to be diagnosed as being seasonal affective...
If one is sensitive to some fluorescent light — for example, I get migraines — can light boxes be used to treat SAD?
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If one is sensitive to some fluorescent light -- for example, I get migraines -- can light boxes be used to treat...
My 12-year-old son was diagnosed with SAD when he was about eight. He has suffered since he was six, if not younger. I have...
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My 12-year-old son was diagnosed with SAD when he was about eight. He has suffered since he was six, if not younger....
I’ve been using light therapy for SAD for about a month and have found it tremendously helpful for my mood. …
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I've been using light therapy for SAD for about a month and have found it tremendously helpful for my mood. I suffered...