yeah I am kinda messed up in the head and I don't know what causes my depression but I have it for 3 years now.. and no meds has helped. I think I have seasonal depression how can I tell if I do? and yes I have talked to my doctor and my doctor is whacked.
2007-07-11 18:53:48 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
One way to tell is to notice if you are more depressed when there are shorter days and longer nights. If so, make an effort to get a little sunshine each day, even in the winter. If it's seasonal depression, this makes a huge difference. Also, use bright, full-spectrum indoor lighting in the winter months.
2007-07-11 19:06:56 · answer #1 · answered by Elizabeth L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seasonal depression is experienced in people who do not get an adequate amount of sunlight .... during the shortest days of the year. In North America, we are currently experiencing the longest daylight hours of the year.
If your depression does not change with the seasons, and has lasted for a number of years, likely seasonal depression is not the cause.
Consider seeing another Dr. for a second opinion.
2007-07-12 02:39:03 · answer #2 · answered by Hope 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know people that have season depression. Do you get crazy, fusterated, sad, ect. during winter time? Especially when you see snow? Do you get really bed head aces or migranes when it is raining, cloudy, or when the sun is not out? If so, then you most likely have seasonal depression and you should consult in another doctor.
2007-07-12 12:41:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
See Seasonal Affective Disorder and depression, at http://www.ezy-build.net.nz/~shaneris on page 2.
2007-07-12 02:12:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
See another doctor. and tell the doc your symptoms and say my pervious doc thought i was kidding.
2007-07-13 19:54:43 · answer #5 · answered by jennybaratta2002 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you might want to look into light therapy
2007-07-12 02:32:21 · answer #6 · answered by adobeprincess 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋