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During the beautiful weather that we get in the summertime, have you ever noticed that you are in a better mood? You wear lighter clothes, there is more hours of sunlight, and you generally feel better. Conversely, during the winter month have you ever noticed that your mood changes? The daylight is shorter, the weather is colder and you need to wear heavier clothes. This is the result of Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Seasonal Affective Disorder is a form of depression that affects people during the change of seasons. While is it not a serious affliction, it is a disorder that can affect the psyche of people and could potentially lead to greater problems. However, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is generally a temporary problem which will go away when the weather changes. But it could also be treated with Light Therapy where people are exposed to light, which can improve this disorder.

To learn more about Seasonal Affective Disorder, please feel free to review the resources listed below.
  • Mayo Clinic Seasonal Affective Disorder Information

  • Seasonal Mood and Disorder Topic Overview

  • Medline Plus Information About Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Seasonal Depression Information

  • Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Day/Night Shades Used In Therapy Situations

  • Symptoms of Seasonal Change Affective Disorder

  • Overview of Symptoms and Diagnosis

  • Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder in Kids

  • Causes of Seasonal and Weather Affective Disorder

  • What Causes Seasonal Affective Disorder?

  • Could You Spot the Signs?

  • Definition and Patient Education

  • The Problems of the Winter Blues

  • Coping With the Problems of Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Seasonal Affective Disorder Patient Information

  • Symptoms and Treatment of Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • SAD Treatment Options

  • Promising New Treatments for SAD

  • Seasonal Depression Information

  • Tips and Coping for SAD

  • Natural Home Remedies for Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Natural Remedies for the Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Light Therapy for Depression

  • Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder and Depression

  • Q and A on Bright Light Therapy

  • Light Therapy and Information About SAD

  • SAD Clinician Resources

  • Web Resources on Seasonal Affective Disorders

  • Seasonal Affective Disorder and the Winter Blues

  • Seasonal Affective Disorders Resources
  • Article written by Lexi Westingate

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