Sunlight and Vitamin D Deficiency Jun 6, 2008
It s also common knowledge that people who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder often experience marked improvement after receiving full-spectrum light therapy. Until recently, this is about all most people knew about the benefits of sunshine that it was useful for vitamin D production and was helpful for fighting the winter blues. (Suite101.com)
Winter's not quite here but some are already sick of it May 25, 2008
Winter's cold nights and gloomy days are also the cause of seasonal affective disorder, a mood disorder also known as winter depression ... "The brain is sensitive to the amount of brightness in the sky and when that falls (during winter) you have the release of melatonin. This happens every day with night and day, but there is a seasonal effect too. "If you are predisposed to this problem then the change in light that accompanies the late autumn period sends a signal to the brain which brings... (Sydney Morning Herald)
If someone is as honest as the day is long are they more honest insummer? May 17, 2008
Possibly, but knowledge of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is in its infancy. It is usually associated with the depressive effects of winters in northern Europe. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Studies rarely reveal researchers' links to stent companies May 11, 2008
Vitamin D may also have a role to play in seasonal affective disorder, which is essentially the winter blues. SAD is thought to be caused by reduced exposure to sunlight during winter months. (Globe and Mail)
Low Vitamin D Linked to Depression in Older Adults May 7, 2008
Personalize Your Medical News. Wednesday, May 07, 2008. (MedPage Today)
Confusion about fluorescent lighting Apr 6, 2008
Other readers wondered where the push toward energy efficiency will leave full-spectrum incandescent bulbs, which are designed to closely replicate natural daylight and are often touted for people suffering the effects of seasonal affective disorder, commonly known as SAD, a type of depression brought on by the short days and long nights of winter. Possible solutions: CFL manufacturers are bringing bulbs to the market that are both energy efficient and full spectrum, like the BlueMax line from... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fighting depression Mar 25, 2008
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Also called winter depression, SAD is a form of depression that affects an estimated 10 to 20 percent of Americans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Self-help for Summer Depression Mar 18, 2008
Summer depression, or reverse seasonal affective disorder, is a seasonal depression occurring during the spring and summer months. Although it is classed as a form of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), summer depression is usually only mentioned in passing due to its rareness and the lack of available research. (Suite101.com)
Summer Depression Mar 18, 2008
Understanding Reverse Seasonal Affective Disorder. This article offers an overview of reverse seasonal affective disorder, the rare summer form of SAD that can signifcantly impact on the lives of sufferers ... The most common type of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is often described as , and includes symptoms such as low mood, oversleeping and increased appetite. (Suite101.com)
Expectations and excessive drinking Mar 5, 2008
Or perhaps it's a simple a case of seasonal affective disorder in reverse: the anticipation of warmth and eagerness for a little disorder. Either way, researchers have had a hard time understanding binge behavior. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Are you ready to spring forward? Mar 4, 2008
The time change also could trigger problems for those with seasonal affective disorder. Often referred to as winter depression, this condition causes sufferers to count on the early morning light to get them going. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Coping with the winter of our discontent Feb 26, 2008
Shorter days and less sunlight trigger an affliction in many people known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). But this winter season, with consistently icy temperatures and chronic snowfall seems to be worse than normal. (Forest Republican, WI)
Onslaught of wintery mix getting some people down Feb 24, 2008
Seasonal affective disorder ... If depression is brought on by the seasons, it could be seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. It most commonly occurs in the winter and is thought to affect millions of people, Krippner said ... Seasonal affective disorder. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Winter blues Feb 22, 2008
Seasonal Affective Disorder can cause mood swings, depression during coldest months ... " With Syracuse so close to the Great Lakes, there is added moisture in the air, resulting in more cloud coverage. Because of the clouds covering the sun, seasonal affective disorder or SAD is a type of depression that affects people in the winter, especially in the Syracuse region. SAD can be a result of sunlight deprivation. People who do not get a lot of sunlight tend to get depressed according to Kelly... (Daily Orange, NY)
When the 'blues' just won't go away Feb 19, 2008
While some can attribute their feelings to typical cabin fever or the winter blues, others experience a deeper lethargy and feelings of depression called seasonal affective disorder (SAD) ... Seasonal affective disorder is not its own special diagnosis, but a way to describe people with depression, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manuel of Mental Disorders from the American Psychiatric Association, said Natalie Hillman Alsop, Ph. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Winter may be dangerous for some Feb 19, 2008
In addition to these common orthopedic injuries, some people may encounter chest pain from shoveling, frostbite, hypothermia, flu-like illnesses, and increased psychological illnesses, such as seasonal affective disorder. "The cold has caused a lot of illnesses across the broad spectrum," Ahmed said. (Daily Iowan, IA)
The Counseling Corner - Fighting the winter blues Feb 14, 2008
While experts aren't sure exactly what causes these mid-winter blues, they do have a name for it - Seasonal Affective Disorder, or S.A.D. Mental health experts think such feelings, when they occur regularly, are a reaction to the reduced amounts of sunlight and activity that most of us face in the winter. There's evidence for that in the fact that S.A.D. occurs more frequently, though not exclusively, in the northern areas of the country. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
From the Editor's Desk -- Who needs a groundhog? Feb 14, 2008
Consider me a big believer in Seasonal Affective Disorder. I don t know the science behind it, or even if it is an actual condition, but I do know that winter stinks and is a recipe for grumpiness. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
You, Light Up Your Life Feb 12, 2008
It's called Seasonal Affective Disorder (with the fitting acronym of SAD), and chances are you might have it - or know someone who does. It's believed that SAD is caused by decreased exposure to sunlight and includes symptoms identical to those of major depression from other causes. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Winter wellbeing Feb 12, 2008
In my experience, the more serious, depressive symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (Sad) haven't really been alleviated by using the clock, but it has been easier to get up - and mornings have been a more productive time for me than they were previously. What else does it do. (Guardian Unlimited)
Southern hubby hates the cold Feb 4, 2008
For many native New Englanders, leafing through seed catalogs is enough to help warm the winter, but if you are literally in tears all season, you could have a condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder that affects some people during the cold and dark months. A mental-health professional who could suggest treatment should evaluate you. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Winter Blues May Be Treatable Depression Jan 30, 2008
They are the sufferers of seasonal affective disorder, more commonly known as SAD, a condition tied to both clinical depression and the winter weather ... In 1984, psychiatrist Norman Rosenthal first began to study what was later to be called seasonal affective disorder ... He published "Winter Blues: Seasonal Affective Disorder: What It Is and How to Overcome It," and in his research hypothesized that SAD was brought about by "a combination of factors including shortened daylight, stress and... (WNBC.com, NY)
Doctor combats winter blues with needles, light and smells Jan 27, 2008
RICHLAND TOWNSHIP Dark day, dark moods, says one of the many local doctors working on those suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder. And in the Laurel Highlands region, winter can be devastating for its seemingly unending cold and dark days. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Heagle administers cure for winter blues Jan 26, 2008
For those suffering with seasonal affective disorder, SAD, Dr. Larry Heagle prescribed the antidote: musical medicine, broad smiles and a bit of bawdy prose and poetry at the Heyde Clinic for the Arts last Friday. Sitting in the balcony no places left at all the tables filled with Heagle fans and unfamiliar with this country doctor, I was unprepared for his pleasant medicine that went down without a grimace. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Ten Health Tips For Winter Jan 24, 2008
According to The National Organization for Seasonal Affective Disorder (NOSAD) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of winter depression which affects millions of people every winter, especially during December, January and February. If you think that you may suffer from SAD (seasonal affective disorder), try to get out in the daylight for a while each day. (Suite101.com)
Hypochondriac Blog Cleaning product-induced blisters: 3.Retching incidents: 2. Jan 21, 2008
A bout of extreme rowing with navigationally challenged boyfriend left me yearning for my usual dose of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Imagine the attention you'd get at the GPs if you came down with a double dose of FAD-SAD. Almost worth it. (Sky News)
High risk of heart attack in winters Jan 21, 2008
Health experts also hold the view that Seasonal Affective Disorder (winter blues) is one of the many negative effects of winter on one's health, specially on those with heart ailments. Loading. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
News in brief Jan 20, 2008
Experts at the University of Cardiff have concluded that factors affecting Seasonal Affective Disorder are worst on the Monday of the last full week of January. Weighty hopes for clothes. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Three teen suicides shake Nantucket Jan 16, 2008
Nantucket's 10,000 year-round residents have higher rates of alcohol and drug use, depression, and seasonal affective disorder than the statewide rates, said Peter Swenson, who heads the island's mental health agency. The rate of suicide attempts on Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, and Cape Cod is also higher than statewide. (Boston Globe)
Wintry Season Causes Woes for Some Jan 16, 2008
Photo by David ScottThe snow-covered landscape is beautiful, but dreaded by people who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder during the winter months ... But sitting indoors to stay warm is one of the activities that may induce seasonal affective disorder ... This more intense version of the "winter blues" afflicts "an estimated half a million people between September and April" and especially affects people in their 20s, according to the Seasonal Affective Disorder Association's Web site. (The Daily Universe, UT)
No need to suffer a SAD winter Jan 11, 2008
GALESBURG - If the gray skies have you feeling irritable or sad this winter, it might be more than simply a case of "the winter blues." You could be one of the 4 percent to 6 percent of people who have seasonal affective disorder. Researchers differ on the exact cause of seasonal affective disorder, but most agree the lack of sunlight is the cause ... While everyone might go through some of these symptoms during the long winter months, if someone is suffering from them more often than not... (Macomb Journal, IL)
Young Women Vary in Reasons for Indoor Tanning Jan 1, 2008
According to Hillhouse and his colleagues, these women -- as well as many year-round tanners -- may need to be screened for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD refers to a collection of mood-related symptoms, including depression and fatigue, which arise with seasonal changes. (MEDLINEplus)
Pillow talk: See the lights Dec 26, 2007
They're growing popular with interior designers as an accessory, and Lin also is promoting them for use in children's rooms as well as a sunshine alternative for people suffering from seasonal affective disorder and for hospital patients. Lin said because the pillows do contain the silicone ovals, they're also good for back support. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
BONNIE ERBE: Don't let dreary winter bring down your spirits Dec 25, 2007
But sufferers of seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, can now come out of the closet ... Dr. Richard Friedman, a Weill Cornell Medical College psychiatrist writing in The New York Times this week said, "As daylight wanes, millions begin to feel depressed, sluggish and socially withdrawn.They also tend to sleep more, eat more and have less sex. By spring or summer, the symptoms abate, only to return the next autumn. Once regarded skeptically by the experts, seasonal affective disorder, SAD for... (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
SAD for the holidays? Dec 22, 2007
When the snow flies and the sun shines a little less brightly, local experts say depression, often in the form of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), becomes a very real problem in Ionia. SAD] is a very big deal and it's more common than people think, said Ionia County Community Mental Health CEO Robert Lather, who is also a licensed master social worker. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Mind: Brought on by darkness, seasonal disorder needs light Dec 19, 2007
Once regarded skeptically by the experts, seasonal affective disorder, SAD for short, is now well established ... Health Guide: Seasonal Affective Disorder. (International Herald Tribune)
Blue Christmas: many struggle with depression Dec 19, 2007
Seasonal Affective Disorder, a depression which strikes during the season of shorter days and longer nights, affects 4 to 6 percent of the population during a time when the culture celebrates merriment and good will ... People talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder, and it s helpful to realize that we all have a cycle, both physically and spiritually, he said. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Holiday blues nothing to sing about Dec 18, 2007
Often spurred by Seasonal Affective Disorder, a cyclic-seasonal condition that is connected to sunlight, the blues may appear as more demands for time, travel to holiday destinations, forced family gatherings, school activities or just shopping increases, he said. For men, the blues often appear with the physical chill of getting out into the cold to venture into the malls, decision-making over what to get for the office gift exchange and the realization that they will burn through 95 to 100... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Battling hair loss? Dec 14, 2007
"The new services that we will be offering will include a detox body wrap, an exclusive detox facial only available at VIP Salon a detox pedicure and (seasonal affective disorder) lights for detox and depression," Borowy said. "We feel that there are so many people in need of these services. We have priced them to be very affordable and have also made a package which will also include lunch.". (The News-Herald)
Winter's lack of sunlight leaves some feeling less than festive Dec 8, 2007
of Seasonal Affective Disorder, often known as SAD. ... suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder, often called SAD.. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Lake House Health & Learning Center programs can make holiday season more meaningful 12-1-07 Dec 5, 2007
Meet practicioners, enjoy refreshments, learn about holistic health and Seasonal Affective Disorder. Dec. 14, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Talking with Angels, with Rick and Connie Veronis. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
New 'Keys to the Heart Meditation' CD Series Provides Sound Energy Therapy Using First Ever Recording of an Ancient Healing Instrument Nov 30, 2007
And, according to many mental health experts, seasonal affective disorder, also known as seasonal depression, afflicts millions of Americans of all ages. "Keys to the Heart Meditation" is a revolutionary audio series featuring the first-ever recording of tamboura playing in seven different keys by master tamboura player, Betty McKeon, who lives in Lilburn, Georgia. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ten Ways to Make It Through the Holidays Stress-Free Nov 19, 2007
" In severe cases, these mood changes may be a result of winter depression, or seasonal affective disorder. It's estimated SAD affects as many as 13 million Americans each year. People who suffer from this condition often experience difficulty sleeping, chronic fatigue, irritability and feelings of loneliness or sadness. The good news is there are several treatments out there to help. According to the Mayo Clinic, it's possible to successfully manage SAD through medication, light therapy and, in... (Fox News)
Health Services Sheds Some Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder Nov 16, 2007
With winter well on its way, Health Services recently announced that it is offering light therapy for students, faculty and staff afflicted by seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. The therapy is administered via special lamps intended to increase an individual's light exposure. Research has shown it to be an effective treatment method. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Is seasonal affective disorder affecting you? Nov 16, 2007
Is seasonal affective disorder affecting you ... This is prime time for seasonal affective disorder to kick-in, Albert Lea Medical Center Psychologist Michael Brunner said. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Blue-blocking Glasses To Improve Sleep And ADHD Symptoms Developed Nov 15, 2007
Major uses of the blue-blocking glasses include: providing better sleep, avoiding postpartum depression, preventing Seasonal Affective Disorder and reducing the risk of cancer. An alternative to the glasses has also been developed in the form of night lights and light bulbs with coatings that block the blue light. (Science Daily)
Drumming Through Depression’ workshop offered Nov 13, 2007
With conditions such as seasonal affective disorder common at this time of year and others facing their annual bout with the holiday blues, McDaniel thought it best to offer the workshop before the Thanksgiving holiday. The two-day workshop begins Saturday, Nov. 17, at Sacred Ground, 126 S. Main St., at 10 a.m. and runs through 3 p.m. The Sunday segment runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost of the workshop is 100 and includes lunch, a personal journal to record notes and informational handouts. (Montana Standard, MT)
Winter months can bring depression Nov 13, 2007
According to , seasonal depression can be labeled Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as winter depression. Winter depression is an affective, or mood, disorder. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Tailoring Depression Treatment For Each Individual Nov 9, 2007
25, 2007) While many people believe that Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) amounts to feeling gloomy in the winter, a University of Rochester research review emphasizes that SAD is actually a subtype of major. (Jul. (Science Daily)
Rainy Day Blues Nov 6, 2007
Cold weather and gloomy days signal the coming winter, but they also spell trouble for sufferers of Seasonal Affective Disorder. Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depression that generally shows itself in the winter months, when the weather outside becomes harsher and the days are shorter, said Lenny Carter, assistant director of the University's Counseling and Psychological Services ... Carter explained Seasonal Affective Disorder, which manifests itself in a type of "hibernation,"... (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
EDITORIAL: We must find ways to curb health costs Nov 4, 2007
Seasonal affective disorder kicks in. No ill effects at all. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Adjusting To Time Change's Challenges Nov 3, 2007
Some people, Senay notes, suffer from a condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, for short. At its heart, she says, "SAD" is a form of depression, and feeds off the days getting shorter. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Sandy...The life of a meth addict, Part III Nov 1, 2007
Her mother began to do research and asked about SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and wondered if her daughter was suffering from that disease. . (Gridley Herald, CA)
Feeling Sleepy Is All In Your Genes Oct 19, 2007
The research could also help shed light on the biology of mood disorders, such as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or bipolar disorder, that appear linked to both sleep and circadian rhythms. Article: Paul Franken, Ryan Thomason, H. Craig Heller and Bruce F O'Hara, "A non-circadian role for clock-genes in sleep homeostasis: a strain comparison" BMC Neuroscience (in press). (Science Daily)
Shining through the gloom Oct 18, 2007
And for some, the sojourn into darkness means a journey into the throes of Seasonal Affective Disorder, a form of depression believed to be caused by a lack of sunlight ... " Korry Keeker / Juneau Empire Seeing the light: Wilber Sangster, an employee at South East Alaska Medical Supplies, displays one of the store's SAD lights. What is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal Affective Disorder is a form of depression that was first diagnosed in 1984 by Dr. Norman Rosenthal. The disorder is thought... (Juneau Empire)
Living abroad Oct 18, 2007
As the days grow shorter and winter begins its gloomy descent on the UK, seasonal affective disorder (Sad) sufferers could be forgiven for daydreaming about emigrating to a land where the sun shines year-round. Unlike other forms of depression, Sad occurs on a cyclical basis, most commonly setting in over winter and lifting during spring. (Guardian Unlimited)
Lessening light could be making you SAD Oct 15, 2007
Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, often dubbed the "winter blues," afflicts about 10% to 20% of Americans, especially those living in Northern climes, according to the American Psychiatric Association. SAD is a physical condition that can lead to a psychological disorder, says Angelos Halaris, chair of the department of psychiatry and behavioral neurosciences at Loyola University's Stritch School of Medicine in Maywood, Ill. (USA Today)
As Sunlight Fades, Look Out for SAD Oct 7, 2007
Seasonal affective disorder sets in in the fall, experts say ... SATURDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- If your mood, energy level, and motivation decline in November but bounce back to normal in April, you may have seasonal affective disorder (SAD), one expert says. (Health-Finder)
Don't let darkness get to you Oct 6, 2007
Nearly one in 10 people in the northern United States suffers from seasonal affective disorder, also called the winter blues ... hat happens a lot of times with seasonal affective disorder, that rhythm just gets off. (Missoulian, MT)
Does Your Mood Take A Nosedive Each November? Oct 2, 2007
If you notice that your mood, energy level and motivation take a nosedive each November only to return to normal in April, you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), according to Loyola University Health System doctors ... Researchers believe that within five years, new products, including drugs, to treat seasonal affective disorder will be on the market. (Science Daily)
Dorothy Hamill's 'Skating Life' Sep 24, 2007
There were family issues of alcoholism, depression and seasonal affective disorder. Two failed marriages and the death of her first husband, Dean Paul Martin, as well as "by far the highlight of my life," daughter Alexandra, all figure prominently in "A Skating Life" (Hyperion; $24. (Greenwich Time)
Winter may herald SAD epidemic for millions Sep 20, 2007
This winter could see an epidemic in cases of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), following the abysmal summer that was the wettest since records began. The summer is traditionally a time of respite for those susceptible to SAD, but mental health experts have warned that with sufferers reporting winter symptoms throughout the season, the effect of the prolonged bad weather will make the winter months even more of a struggle than usual. (Belfast Telegraph)
Link found between a lack of vitamin D and pre-eclampsia Sep 10, 2007
A deficiency in vitamin D has been linked to rickets, osteoporosis asthma and schizophrenia, as well as tuberculosis, cancer, periodontal disease, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, depression, seasonal affective disorder and several autoimmune diseases. The research team say the results showed that maternal vitamin D deficiency early in pregnancy is a strong, independent risk factor for pre-eclampsia. (News-Medical.net)
Bupropion doesn't prevent smoking in ADHD patients Aug 30, 2007
Bupropion is sold under the trade name Zyban when it's prescribed to help people stop smoking, and under the name Wellbutrin when it's prescribed to treat depression or seasonal affective disorder. "Given that children with ADHD are at very high risk for the development of nicotine dependence, the development of successful smoking prevention programs in this population will address a serious public health issue," Dr. Michael C. Monuteaux told Reuters Health. (Scientific American)
Smaller Light Device Useful for Winter Blues Aug 24, 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Treatment with a light-emitting diode (LED) device is effective for seasonal affective disorder, according to a report in an August 7th online release from BMC Psychiatry. Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a common disorder characterized by depressive symptoms during certain seasons, usually winter. (MEDLINEplus)
