Depression

Can Full Spectrum Light Therapy Cure My Depression?

If you suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short, the answer is yes, full spectrum light therapy can absolutely relieve you of the symptoms of seasonal depression. How can light cure depression?

In very scientific terms, full spectrum light covers the electromagnetic spectrum from infrared though ultraviolet. In plain English this means all of the wavelengths that are useful and necessary to plant and animal life. Sunlight is full spectrum, and by now we all know how important sunlight is in sustaining life on this planet.

It hasn’t been until fairly recently though that research has shown the role sunlight plays in brain chemistry. Full spectrum light controls our biological rhythms and is known to regulate the delicate balance between melatonin and serotonin. So what happens in the fall and winter to make us feel so off?

During fall and winter months, when sunlight tends to be scarce north of the equator, many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder. It is the lack of light which causes an imbalance in brain chemistry, leading people to feel depressed and lethargic. Full Spectrum Light Therapy has been used for years to treat seasonal depression. Read more…

Social Interaction and Depression

A depressed person is often socially deprived due to certain misconceptions prevalent in society. Society considers a depressed person as a threat to it and avoids being victimized by the errant behavior of the patient. Even the family members and peer groups show a tendency of avoidance. They usually keep a fair distance from the patient and don’t really bother about the complexity of the situation.

This sort of social deprivation leads to the construction of an animistic mindset of the patient. This negligence further adds to the unpleasant and unrewarding behavior of the patient. The person develops self-rejection due to profound unhappiness. In the course of protecting themselves from the patient, people undermine the needs of him. They usually don’t realize their duties towards a dejected person. Perhaps some people do provide monetary support to them but monetary support alone won’t make a mark. Positive Interaction and proper caring is also required in the same proportion. Read more…

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Treat Seasonal Affect Disorder With Light Therapy

For some people, fall means going back to school and buying cute boots and sweaters. For others, fall means that old familiar depression is right around the corner.

Seasonal Affect Disorder, or SAD for short, affects millions of people in this country. Some sufferers don’t even know they have SAD, they just assume they get the “winter blues” every year. But SAD is a very real condition that has garnered much study and research by the medical community.

Without getting too technical, Seasonal Affect Disorder is caused by the decrease of light in fall and winter months. Sunlight, which is full spectrum light, actually plays a key role in our brain chemistry. Sunlight helps to balance the levels of Serotonin and Melatonin. When these levels are off, we’re off. Read more…

Get Relief From Seasonal Affected Disorder With a Light Therapy Lamp

When November rolls around, do you find your mood becomes depressed? Do you have difficulty concentrating and feel like eating a lot? Especially a lot of carbs? Are you irritable and feel like sleeping all the time? If you answered yes to most, if not all of these questions, then there’s a very good chance you suffer from Seasonal Affected Disorder, or SAD for short.

During fall and winter months, when the days are shorter and sunlight is less available, many people become depressed, not because they like summer better, but because their chemical makeup has actually been affected by lack of light. It is sunlight, more specifically – full spectrum light, which keeps our levels of Serotonin and Melatonin balanced. When these levels are off, we’re off.

It is unclear why some people have Seasonal Affected Disorder and some don’t. Studies show that women and adolescence tend to be more at risk. Read more…

The Best Full Spectrum Light – Five Things Every SAD Therapy Light Should Have

It’s that time of year again. The kids are back in school. The leaves are turning shades of gold and rust. And your mood quickly takes the proverbial nose dive. You are feeling the onset of Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short.

The bad news is: It affects millions of people every year. The good news is: SAD can be treated all-naturally and safely with light.

The benefits of full spectrum light therapy are not to be sneezed at. The same benefits of prescription medication can be gained with a SAD therapy light, but with a SAD therapy light, the relief comes much quicker, usually in 2 – 5 days. Full Spectrum Light Boxes can be purchased at specialty stores and online. They can vary greatly in price and features so it’s important to do your research to find the best SAD therapy light for you.

Whichever Light you decide to go with, make sure it has the following to get all of the benefits: Read more…

Which SAD Therapy Light is Right For You? 3 Must-Haves When Buying a Light Therapy Lamp

If you’re reading this article, chances are you or someone you know suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as SAD. It’s a fairly common condition caused by the seasonal change in the amount of available sunlight.

Sunlight actually helps our brains balance the delicate levels of Melatonin and Serotonin. When we don’t get enough sunlight, these levels are off and so are we.

People who suffer from SAD experience no depressive symptoms the rest of the year, only when the darker winter months approach. Until recently, doctors were quick to prescribe some sort of anti-depressant when a patient mentioned “feeling down.” And while a prescription for an anti-depressant may work for some, generally there are negative side-effects associated with the drug that make taking it anything but a relief.

SAD therapy lights can offer an effective, natural treatment for seasonal affective disorder. Light therapy lamps work in different ways, using different parts of the light spectrum and offering different illumination intensities. It’s important to understand what you’re buying and what features to consider: Read more…

Consider Alternative Health Products to Battle Depression

Depression plagues thousands of people daily and manifests itself through a number of symptoms – constant sorrow or downheartedness, negativity, health problems, lack of energy, lack of concentration, restlessness, etc. Sixty percent of suicides are onset by major or prolonged periods of depression. Unfortunately, many cases of depression go unnoticed or untreated. The reality is most people don’t want to acknowledge that they may be suffering from depression. If you have symptoms of depression, there are now steps you can take to treat it naturally. Let’s explore how alternative health products can help treat depression without adverse side effects.

A Note of Advice…

Before trying alternative health products for your depression, first see your physician and ask to be tested for any serious health-related issues, particularly sleep apnea. If you snore frequently and loudly, feel extremely fatigued during the day and find it difficult to concentrate on work or other activities, you may be a candidate for sleep apnea testing. Other symptoms of this dreadful condition include swelling, heart palpitations, short-term memory loss, frequent headaches (especially upon awakening), and shortness of breath. Sleep apnea is a dangerous condition that is difficult to detect except through appropriate medical testing. Read more…

Why Does Medication For Depression Not Always Work?

Depression is a syndrome of emotional imbalance featured with several physical symptoms like: sleeping problems, eating problems, fatigue and physical pain. Many people are treated for depression with the help of medication. However, medication will not work for everybody and it is not exactly clear why.

Medication for depression is most often easily given by your doctor to treat emotional imbalance. They do this because there are relatively few side effects and the treatment effects are often seen quite rapidly. However, these type of medicines do not work everybody. There is an estimation that it will work for approximately 40% of the patients. Luckily for them, but why does it not work for everyone? Read more…

Regain Your Life After Depression – The Emotional SOS Approach

What is Depression?

Depression is a condition that can affect anyone, of any age. It can affect a person regardless of their circumstances or life experiences. In fact, one in five people will suffer depression at some point in their lives. It can be brought on by a number of mental and physical factors. Often it is hereditary, or brought on by hormones in the body. Sometimes if a person is not receiving adequate nutrition they may become depressed.

Stress is another known factor as well as drugs alcohol. Studies have also shown that many sufferers of depression have long term sleeping difficulties. Psychological causes of depression due to personal circumstances are very common. For example if someone loses a child or someone related or close to them it can often trigger depression. Other social impacts such as status or reputation can also have an impact on a person’s self esteem or create additional stress which can lead to symptoms of depression.

Why do people suffer depression? Read more…

Why Do I Suffer From Depression?

Someone was roughly shaking his shoulder.

“Dear God, whenever I turn my back, you’re asleep,” Pat looked down at him, impatience written all over her face. “I’ve just had your boss on the phone. I’m sick and tired of making excuses for you. My God, if you lose your job, heaven knows what we’ll do.” She turned, and John heard his wife’s high heels clacking across the wooden floor and into the kitchen.

Slowly, painfully, he pulled himself up and stood, swaying slightly. He fumbled in his pockets and came up with a scrap of paper on which was written a phone number. He reached for a cordless on one of the side tables and dialed.

“You’re in luck,” came a cheerful voice on the other end. “Ms. Lomax is free at twelve. Can you make it?”

John assured her he could, slipped into his jacket, and slowly walked to the front door.

“Where do you think you’re going?” Pat’s hectoring voice assailed him.

“Out,” came the laconic reply. He heard her clacking towards him, her voice rising, but he simply opened the front door and slammed it.

Lord, he felt awful. He reached the psychiatrist’s office with he and the car still in one piece, and gave his name to the lady behind the counter. Read more…