61. Seasonal Affective Disorder seasonal affective disorder. by Diane Wrigley, Physician Assistant — CertifiedWinter s early darkness is a leading cause of seasonal affective disorder. http://www.infoplease.com/spot/sad1.html

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62. Seasonal Affective Disorder Test Winter Blues seasonal affective disorder. http://www.normanrosenthal.com/winter_blues_2.html

The Winter Blues Excerpts from Winter Blues SAD ? - Test Yourself Buy this Book SAD ? - Test Yourself How Seasonal are You? Most people are seasonal, though some are more so than others. In fact, over 90 percent of all those who responded to a survey conducted in Maryland, about thirty-nine degrees north, reported that they felt some difference in mood, energy, or behavior with the change of seasons. In Chapter 3 of The Winter Blues , you will see how to determine how seasonal you are by means of the Seasonal Pattern Assessment Questionnaire (SPAQ). Question 2 of the SPAQ is reproduced below. No Change Slight Change Moderate Change Marked Change Extremely Marked Change A. Sleep Length B. Social Activity C. Mood (overall feeling of well being) D. Weight E. Appetite F. Energy Level Your Score Because your browser is not JavaScript enabled, the score cannot be calculated. To derive your overall seasonality score, calculate your score for all six items, for a possible range of to 24. This overall seasonality score can be expected to vary according to where you live. For example, the same person who has a very high seasonality score during years spent in Alaska is likely to find the score greatly reduced after living for several years in Hawaii. Likewise, treatment with light therapy or antidepressants is also likely to reduce one's overall seasonality score. In general, the six functions measured vary seasonally most markedly in SAD patients, but also in those less severely affected and in the general population. The extent to which they vary is reflected in the overall seasonality score.

63. Norman E. Rosenthal SAD - Seasonal Affective Disorder And Seasonal Depression His pioneeering work in the field of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and phototherapycreated a revolution in the identification and treatment of seasonal http://www.normanrosenthal.com/

"The pain of depression, anxiety and other emotional disturbances is as real as physical pain. It deserves to be understood, studied, treated, healed, and reimbursed by insurance just like the pain of any other illness." Norman E. Rosenthal Through his research, writings, speaking engagements and private practice, Dr. Norman Rosenthal has been the voice of hope for those suffering from depression and emotional distress. His pioneeering work in the field of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and phototherapy created a revolution in the identification and treatment of seasonal depression. In his Private Practice, Dr. Rosenthal works with many different treatment modalities, both conventional and complementary. These include pharmacological approaches (He is a member of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology), different forms of psychotherapy and a range of "alternative" treatments, many of which have a solid scientific basis. He maintains that when it comes to treating emotional difficulties, there is no single solution that is right for everyone and tries to customize his approach to each individual's issues and needs.

64. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) - Depression Symptoms, Causes, And Treatments MedicineNet Home Diseases Conditions AZ List Depression Home SeasonalAffective Disorder (SAD). What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? http://www.medicinenet.com/Seasonal_Affective_Disorder_SAD/article.htm

MedicineNet Home Depression Home > Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Advanced Search Printer-Friendly Format Add to Favorites Email to a Friend ... Next page What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? What is seasonal affective disorder? Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that tends to occur (and recur) as the days grow shorter in the fall and winter. It is believed that affected persons react adversely to the decreasing amounts of light and the colder temperatures as the fall and winter progress. Seasonal affective disorder has not been recognized very long as a medical condition. The term first appeared in print in 1985. Seasonal affective disorder is also sometimes called winter depression, winter blues, or the hibernation reaction. The incidence of seasonal affective disorder increases in people who are living farther away from the equator. Seasonal affective disorder is less common where there is snow on the ground. Seasonal affective disorder is more common in women than men. Persons of all ages can develop seasonal affective disorder. What are the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder?

65. Seasonal Affective Disorder - Health And Medical Information: Diseases And Condi MedicineNet Home Health Fact AZ List SeasonalAffective Disorder. Advanced Search. http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=186

66. Seasonal Affective Disorder (Sad) - Abstracts : Online Reference For Health Conc seasonal affective disorder (SAD) Abstracts Online Reference forHealth Concerns. seasonal affective disorder (SAD). ABSTRACTS. http://www.lef.org/protocols/abstracts/abstr-098.html

var WebSiteBaseURL = "http://www.lef.org/protocols/abstracts/abstr-098.html" translation by SYSTRAN MEMBERSHIP PRODUCTS MAGAZINE ... CHECKOUT Scientific Abstracts: document.write(document.title) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) ABSTRACTS Blouin AG., 1996. Light therapy in bulimia nervosa: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Eastman CI., 1998. Bright light treatment of winter depression: a placebo-controlled trial. Ghadirian AM., 1998. Efficacy of light versus tryptophan therapy in seasonal affective disorder. Lam RW., 1997. L-tryptophan augmentation of light therapy in patients with seasonal affective disorder. ... Wirz-Justice A., 1996. 'Natural' light treatment of seasonal affective disorder. Light therapy in bulimia nervosa: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Blouin AG; Blouin JH; Iversen H; Carter J; Goldstein C; Goldfield G; Perez E Department of Psychiatry, Ottawa Civic Hospital, ON, Canada. Psychiatry Res (Ireland) Feb 28 1996, 60 (1) p1-9

67. Seasonal Affective Disorder (Sad): Online Reference For Health Concerns seasonal affective disorder (SAD) overview, symptoms and treatmentinformation. seasonal affective disorder (SAD) Updated 06/11/2003. http://www.lef.org/protocols/prtcl-098.shtml

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68. Mind > Information > Booklets > Understanding > Understanding Seasonal Affective Understanding seasonal affective disorder. This booklet can also be viewedas a nonprintable pdf file and purchased from the online shop. http://www.mind.org.uk/Information/Booklets/Understanding/Understanding seasonal

What's new Low graphics view Site map Home ... Shopping Understanding seasonal affective disorder This booklet can also be viewed as a non-printable  pdf file  and purchased from the  online shop Why do we have seasonal mood changes? What are the effects of SAD? What causes SAD? ... Further information ‘For years I suffered from depression. It started in the autumn, as the evenings drew in. By Christmas, I would be so low that I could barely get out of bed. I couldn’t cope with organising the celebrations, so we used to go to my mother-in-law’s. One year, I felt so bad that I went to bed on Christmas Eve and refused to move... That’s what made me realise there was something seriously wrong.’ Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), or ‘winter depression’, may affect as many as a third of us, but the problem often goes undiagnosed. For a smaller number, it can be seriously disabling. This booklet is for anyone who wants to know how seasonal changes in light levels affect behaviour or mood, and what can be done about it. Why do we have seasonal mood changes?

69. Seasonal Affective Disorder seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is an extreme form of common seasonal moodcycles, in which depression develops during the winter months. http://www.vitacost.com/science/hn/Concern/Seasonal_Affective_Disorder.htm

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70. Fraser Health: Mental Health: Seasonal Affective seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at thesame time each year (usually winter) for at least 2 years in a row. http://www.fraserhealth.ca/HealthInfo/MentalHealth/SAD.htm

Disorder (SAD) About Us Careers Health Info Initiatives ... Foundations JUNE 11, 2004 HOME CONTACT US LINKS SEARCH ... Disorder (SAD) How SAD can you get? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at the same time each year (usually winter) for at least 2 years in a row. It sometimes is called the "winter blues" because most people with seasonal affective disorder have an episode of depression during the winter months, although it is possible to experience SAD during summer months. SAD consists of four central features: Recurring major depressive episodes that begin around the same time each year (usually in September or October) and end around the same time each year (usually in April or May) Full recovery from the symptoms during "nonseasonal" months (usually May through August) Depressive episodes that occur during the same time of year for 2 consecutive years Over the lifetime course of the illness, more depressive episodes during winter months than summer months People with SAD who have episodes of depression in the winter usually live in areas far north of the equator, where there are shorter days in the winter months (such as Alaska and other northern states in the United States, as well as Canada and Scandinavian countries). They begin to get symptoms of depression in the fall, need treatment throughout the winter, and get better in the spring and summer as the days lengthen. Less is known about seasonal affective disorder in which episodes of depression occur in the summer. Symptoms of summer SAD usually appear in late spring or early summer and resolve in the fall. Summer SAD may be related to excessive heat rather than a lack of light. A person with summer SAD may be irritable or have no energy.

71. Seasonal Affective Disorder What Is seasonal affective disorder? Jump to another section of this article SeasonalAffective Disorder What Causes SAD? and Who Gets SAD? How Is SAD Treated? http://kidshealth.org/parent/emotions/feelings/sad.html

KidsHealth Parents Maggie started off her junior year of high school with great energy. She had no trouble keeping up with her schoolwork and was involved in several after-school activities. But after the Thanksgiving break, she began to have trouble getting through her assigned reading and had to work harder to apply herself. She couldn't concentrate in class, and after school all she wanted to do was sleep. Her grades began to drop, and she rarely felt like socializing anymore. Even though Maggie was always punctual before, she began to have trouble getting up on time for school and was absent or late many days during the winter. At first, Maggie's parents thought she was slacking off. They were upset with her, but they figured it was just a phase - especially because her energy finally seemed to return in the spring. But when the same thing happened the following November, and Maggie's mood and her grades plummeted again, they took Maggie to the doctor, who diagnosed her with a type of depression called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

72. Seasonal Affective Disorder seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that affects some peopleand appears at the same time each year. What Is seasonal affective disorder? http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/mental_health/sad.html

KidsHealth Teens Your Mind Mental Health Maggie started off her junior year of high school with great energy. She had no trouble keeping up with her schoolwork and was involved in several after-school activities. But after the Thanksgiving break, she began to have difficulty getting through her assigned reading and had to work harder to apply herself. She couldn't concentrate in class, and after school all she wanted to do was sleep. Her grades began to drop, and she rarely felt like socializing. Even though Maggie was always punctual before, she began to have trouble getting up on time and was absent or late from school many days during the winter. At first, Maggie's parents thought she was slacking off. They were upset with her, but they figured it was just a phase - especially since her energy finally seemed to return in the spring. But when the same thing happened the following November, they took Maggie to the doctor, who diagnosed her with a type of depression called seasonal affective disorder What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

73. HealthlinkUSA Seasonal Affective Disorder Links Lists the best Websites about seasonal affective disorder. Click here for page 1of seasonal affective disorder information from the HealthlinkUSA directory. http://www.healthlinkusa.com/275ent.htm

74. Seasonal Affective Disorder seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that typically begins in latefall as daylight hours get shorter and begins to lift as spring approaches http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/979066275.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Mental Health By keywords: depression sad winter Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Seasonal Affective Disorder Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression whose onset typically begins in late fall as daylight hours get shorter. It begins to lift as spring approaches with daylight hours growing longer. To be properly diagnosed as SAD, an individual must have experienced seasonal depression for at least two consecutive years. SAD can be a complicated diagnosis as the individual may have other depressive or anxiety disorders. SAD is seen more often in women, while children and adolescents are less likely to experience SAD. It has not yet been demonstrated that SAD runs in families, but depression, in general, often does. Usually SAD symptoms are not as severe as a non-seasonal major depression, and they are not tied to a traumatic event as a major depression may be. SAD symptoms include those of a typical major depression, such as a depressed mood, anxiety, irritability and a general loss of interest or motivation. However, SAD patients usually sleep more, eat more and may crave and binge on carbohydrates. As a result, they may gain weight. There are seldom thoughts of suicide. In the northern hemisphere, the incidence of SAD appears to increase as one travels farther north to colder, darker climates. Individuals living in northern climates who travel south during the winter to sunnier locations may find their symptoms temporarily relieved.

75. Seasonal Affective Disorder - Uncovering An Internal Sunshine By Jennifer K. Gra seasonal affective disorder Uncovering an Internal Sunshine by Jennifer K.Gray, BA, C.Ht. Magazine for Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy http://www.hypnos.co.uk/hypnomag/jkgray.htm

M agazine for Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Seasonal Affective Disorder Uncovering an Internal Sunshine by Jennifer K. Gray , BA, C.Ht. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects more than 25 million Americans each year. It is four times more likely to be found in women than men and is most common in the 24-40 age range. It is characterized by overwhelming feelings of depression during the winter months. Some symptoms include: mental confusion, inability to concentrate, procrastination, difficulty with small tasks, feelings of helplessness, overeating (usually heavy, starchy foods), restless sleep, low sex drive, and an overall withdrawal from the world. Physical symptoms such as backaches, muscle and joint aches and headaches are common. Geographical studies of patients with SAD indicated that the disorder was more prevalent the further north the subject lived. For example, one study showed that an estimate of 1.4% of the population near the equator was afflicted with SAD. The percent rose in accordance with the latitude and indicated a figure of 10.2 % in Canada. Further research into the cause of the disease has shown altered brain chemical levels in those suffering from SAD. It has been found that the SAD patient’s chemical levels approach the normal levels during the summer months or when moved into an atmosphere with greater amounts of light.

76. Seasonal Affective Disorder Informationabout seasonal affective disorder and tips on how to cope with it.......seasonal affective disorder. Title seasonal affective disorder http://allsands.com/Health/Diseases/seasonalaffecti_rgu_gn.htm

77. Seasonal Affective Disorder (winter Depression) The terms winter depression or seasonal affective disorder (SAD) describea form of depression that occurs in the winter months. http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/winterdepression.htm

NetDoctor.co.uk Home News and features News Newsletter Features Encyclopaedia Diseases Examinations Medicines Premium services SMS services StayQuit thediet Health centres Allergy and asthma Children's health Depression Eczema ... All health centres Discussion and support Discussion forums Support groups Services Ask the doctor Find a hospital Search Medline Test yourself Information About NetDoctor Commercial opportunities NetDoctor.com Seasonal affective disorder (winter depression) Dr John Powell , MRCPsych specialist registrar What is winter depression (seasonal affective disorder)? The terms winter depression or seasonal affective disorder (SAD) describe a form of depression that occurs in the winter months. The prominent symptoms are low mood and lack of energy usually accompanied by excessive sleeping and overeating. Opinion is divided as to whether this is a separate disease from other forms of depression. Light is often an important part of the treatment of winter depression. What causes winter depression?

78. Virtual Hospital: Psychiatry: Seasonal Affective Disorder For Patients. seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Don St. John, PA Adult SeasonalAffective Disorder (SAD). seasonal affective disorder http://www.vh.org/adult/patient/psychiatry/seasonalaffectivedisorder/

For Patients Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Don St. John, P.A. Adult Outpatient Psychiatry University of Iowa Department of Psychiatry Peer Review Status: Internally Peer Reviewed Creation Date: January 1997 Last Revision Date: January 31, 2000 Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is commonly referred to as winter depression in the northern hemisphere, but also occurs in the southern hemisphere during their winter. The essential diagnostic feature is a consistent pattern of depression occurring over at least the past 2 years during the winter months, with remission (no symptoms) during the summer. While depressive episodes may occur during the summer months, winter episodes far outnumber summer episodes. Some people even develop hypomanic or manic symptoms during the summer (increased activity, poor sleep, impulsive behavior, etc.). Symptoms characteristic of SAD include fatigue, oversleeping, overeating with weight gain and craving for carbohydrates, avoidance of social situations, sensitivity to rejection, heavy feeling in the arms or legs, poor concentration, difficulty completing tasks, and irritability. Many patients begin to notice symptoms as the days shorten, with January and February typically the worse months. Symptoms begin to improve as days lengthen. The illness tends to begin when patients are in their early to mid twenties, with more women than men developing SAD (4:1). Phototherapy: Most people use lights specifically designed for phototherapy, but some have found 4-lamp fluorescent light fixtures just as effective. Some have also found exposure to an hour of sunlight early in the morning (especially with a good walk) as effective as a light box.

79. Seasonal Depression Disorder This is a health article which discusses seasonal affective disorder or SAD. Thisis a health article which discusses seasonal affective disorder or SAD. http://tntn.essortment.com/seasonaldepress_nbl.htm

Seasonal depression disorder This is a health article which discusses Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD. The ailment effects some ten million Americans. Do you start wishing your were a brown bear around late December, so you could curl up inside your warm den and sleep for the next three months? Does your energy ebb quicker in the winter and your appetite soar to alarming heights? If so, you're not alone. The indolence of winter can be attributed to more than just dreary weather. Most recent estimates say about 10 million Americans suffer from seasonal depression and another 25 million have milder versions. Lack of light has always had an effect on human beings. Like other animals, humans respond to darkness by producing more melatonin, which acts like a tranquilizer on the body. In just an hour of darkness, we can produce five times as much melatonin as during daylight hours. At sunrise, the bright light ordinarily causes the body to stop producing melatonin, but in the winter not enough light is received to trigger the signal to stop production. bodyOffer(15855) For most people, the negative aspects of winter are annoying, but not a problem. However, people with a condition known as SAD, or seasonal affective disorder suffer from more serious symptoms. This malady is four times as common in women as in men. This disorder was first identified fifteen years ago by Norman Rosenthal, M.D. at the National Institute of Mental Health. Since then, scientists have continued to learn more about SAD and it's effects. A milder form is known as the "winter blues."

80. Seasonal Affective Disorder Note All links within content go to MayoClinic.com. Diseases and Conditions.seasonal affective disorder. From MayoClinic.com Special to CNN.com. Overview. http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/DS/00195.html

International Edition MEMBER SERVICES The Web CNN.com Home Page World U.S. Weather ... Special Reports SERVICES Video E-mail Services CNNtoGO Contact Us SEARCH Web CNN.com In association with: RELATED STORIES Suicide and coping with suicide MENTAL HEALTH Mental Disorders Depression Seasonal affective disorder Schizophrenia Bipolar disorder ... Generalized anxiety disorder INFORMATION CENTERS: Pick a category Health Centers Family Health Men's Health Women's Health Children's Health Seniors' Health Working Life Pain Management Condition Centers Immune System Allergy Alzheimer's Arthritis Respiratory System Cancer Endocrine System Digestive System Heart and Blood Infectious Disease Mental Health Note: All links within content go to MayoClinic.com Diseases and Conditions Seasonal affective disorder From MayoClinic.com Special to CNN.com Overview Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is different from the winter blahs. Like many people, you may experience cabin fever during the winter. You may also tend to eat more and sleep more. But SAD goes well beyond this. It's a type of depressive disorder. If you have SAD, winter's short days and long nights may induce feelings of depression, lethargy, fatigue, cravings for sweets and starches, headaches and sleep problems. Exactly how many people have SAD isn't well known, but estimates range from 2 percent to 10 percent of Americans. The disorder usually begins when you're a young adult. It's also more common in women than in men.

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