What is Seasonal Affective Disorder

Seasonal affective disorder, also known as S.A.D., winter depression or the winter blues is an affective, or mood, disorder. Most SAD sufferers experience normal mental health thro...

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Hi there,

I have only recently been diagnosed with SAD and am not sure of what options to make in regards to treatment.
I have been told about the light therapy and anti-depressants, but don't know which is best.

Could someone please offer some advice? thanks
Posted on 10/07/09, 03:10 pm
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Reply #1 - 11/11/09  11:08am
" just saw your question--same one I wanted to ask. Light therapy? What kind of lights? Anyone have advice on what works? "

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