Resources for Seasonal Depression
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Posted by Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen Sep 6, 2009 |
September, October, and November is when seasonal depression or Seasonal Affective Disorder is most likely to strike. This mood disorder (or a lighter version, called the "winter blues") usually lasts until mid-March.
Seasonal depression is caused by the change in light that the fall months bring. Luckily, treatments for seasonal depression or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can be easy, inexpensive, and effective! Here's a list of resources for seasonal depression, ranging from natural treatments to coping with a depressed partner.
By the way, there's a new iPhone application that uses focused blue light, which can fight depression, fatigue, and seasonal depression. If you have an iPhone, you might want to look into that app!
Resources for Seasonal Depression -- Signs & Symptoms
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Recognizing the Signs of Depression
Resources for Seasonal Depression -- Treatments
- Tips for Light Therapy and Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Treating the Winter Blues
- How Do I Ask for Help for Depression?
- Natural Treatments for Depression
If you have any questions or thoughts on seasonal depression or the winter blues, please comment below...