I was just told by my doctor I have SAD. I am against taking medication. Anyone have any suggetions on how to get through the winter months? Does light therapy really work? Light boxes seem pricey.
2007-01-31 00:20:22 · 4 answers · asked by BabyQuestions 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
You may want to try going to the tanners. Just put sun-screen on and don't go in for too long. But I have heard that it works! And when it is sunny outside (even if its cold), bundle up and spend some time outdoors!
2007-01-31 01:52:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Light therapy works, and it is pricey. If the Doctor gives you a prescription your insurance may pay for it. You have to sit in front of the light for a couple hours at a time to begin with. I know a lot of people including myself with this disorder. Sometimes in Sun. suppliments have cheaper versions of the light.
2007-01-31 08:52:32 · answer #2 · answered by ann m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of light, the color yellow, visting summer resort websites, etc. all help. But nothing helps more than getting off the drugs and using cognitive therapy in addition to a healthy diet and exercise program. Buy a copy of Dr. Burns' book: "The Feeling Good Handbook". It will truly change your life. Email me if you are determined to get off the drugs and get rid of SAD for good.
2007-01-31 08:29:57 · answer #3 · answered by Mr. Peachy® 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had that when we lived in Alaska
You need light that is the whole cause of it
2007-01-31 09:44:05 · answer #4 · answered by ?Sherbear ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋