sweets and bread, fatigue, insomnia, difficulty concentrating, and difficulty making decisions. Seek God for guidance and perseverance during times of illness; His Word reminds us that He cares. "That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses." (Matthew 8:17)
Antidepressants can help individuals who have depression that seems to be seasonal but if medication doesn't seem to help or the person taking them is sensitive to the side effects they cause then a doctor may prescribe another option. Sad light boxes can produce enough bright light to suppress the brain's production of melatonin effectively reducing symptoms of depression. Other conditions that can benefit from this type of therapy include obsessive-compulsive disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, postpartum depression, and insomnia.
Feeling sad day after day can take a toll on a person and affect the entire family. People who are experiencing symptoms of depression need to see the attention of a doctor especially when prolonged feelings of sadness cause suicidal thoughts to surface. Sometimes making it a point to get outside and engage in activity or seeking the company of others are effective seasonal affective disorder treatments. Taking a walk outside and listening to the sounds of nature can help to lift sadness and despair. Exercise helps the mind and the body but should not be overdone. Some people may need additional motivation to get exercise. Good alternatives might include exercising at a gym with other people, walking the dog, or purchasing equipment such as a treadmill and exercising at home.
Florescent lighting has been known to help the symptoms experienced by those with SAD. However, sad light boxes can be used for those who do not respond to other types of lighting. Light boxes put out a tremendous amount of light with ultraviolet light filtered out. The idea way to use this type of therapy is for the person to be a certain distance from the source and have continuous therapy for a certain amount of time, whatever is suggested by a doctor. Sometimes therapy might include several sessions per day but not generally close to bedtime. One recommendation for those who use this type of treatment is to start the therapy upon waking.
Often those who suffer with depression feel as if it they are personally weak or lazy. Many things can cause depression. Sometimes the disease can be triggered by an emotional event such as death or divorce. Other times melancholy can set in because of changes in hormone levels or illnesses that can affect neurotransmitter levels in the brain. Seasonal affective disorder treatments help the individual who is affected by the changes in the season and the weather. Psychotherapy can help with depression as a person engages in talk therapy with a professional.
The best attitude to adopt during bouts of depression should include thinking about the realistic aspects associated with the illness. Negative thoughts are common when dealing with SAD but an individual should realize that they will pass eventually and recognize they are a symptom of an illness that needs treatment. Sad light boxes are one way to treat SAD but there are other therapies that can be beneficial. Some of these include anti-depressants, anti-anxiety medication, avoiding alcohol and recreational drugs, limiting caffeine and foods high in sugar, and eating healthy along with exercise. Recognizing that there are going to be good days and bad days is a realistic way to deal with bad days when things look hopeless. Although sometimes sadness with depression can seem like it will never go away, with the right treatment it will and meanwhile managing it should be approached one day at a time.
Seasonal affective disorder seems to be more common in locations where there is very cold weather and a lot of rain. For those who live in these areas, there may come a time with a decision to move may be needed. But before that happens, therapy should be given a chance to help with the symptoms. The most important thing to remember is to seek treatment and get advice from a professional. Something else that can be done to help with feelings of sadness and hopelessness are going to church and reading God's Word.
Antidepressants can help individuals who have depression that seems to be seasonal but if medication doesn't seem to help or the person taking them is sensitive to the side effects they cause then a doctor may prescribe another option. Sad light boxes can produce enough bright light to suppress the brain's production of melatonin effectively reducing symptoms of depression. Other conditions that can benefit from this type of therapy include obsessive-compulsive disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, postpartum depression, and insomnia.
Feeling sad day after day can take a toll on a person and affect the entire family. People who are experiencing symptoms of depression need to see the attention of a doctor especially when prolonged feelings of sadness cause suicidal thoughts to surface. Sometimes making it a point to get outside and engage in activity or seeking the company of others are effective seasonal affective disorder treatments. Taking a walk outside and listening to the sounds of nature can help to lift sadness and despair. Exercise helps the mind and the body but should not be overdone. Some people may need additional motivation to get exercise. Good alternatives might include exercising at a gym with other people, walking the dog, or purchasing equipment such as a treadmill and exercising at home.
Florescent lighting has been known to help the symptoms experienced by those with SAD. However, sad light boxes can be used for those who do not respond to other types of lighting. Light boxes put out a tremendous amount of light with ultraviolet light filtered out. The idea way to use this type of therapy is for the person to be a certain distance from the source and have continuous therapy for a certain amount of time, whatever is suggested by a doctor. Sometimes therapy might include several sessions per day but not generally close to bedtime. One recommendation for those who use this type of treatment is to start the therapy upon waking.
Often those who suffer with depression feel as if it they are personally weak or lazy. Many things can cause depression. Sometimes the disease can be triggered by an emotional event such as death or divorce. Other times melancholy can set in because of changes in hormone levels or illnesses that can affect neurotransmitter levels in the brain. Seasonal affective disorder treatments help the individual who is affected by the changes in the season and the weather. Psychotherapy can help with depression as a person engages in talk therapy with a professional.
The best attitude to adopt during bouts of depression should include thinking about the realistic aspects associated with the illness. Negative thoughts are common when dealing with SAD but an individual should realize that they will pass eventually and recognize they are a symptom of an illness that needs treatment. Sad light boxes are one way to treat SAD but there are other therapies that can be beneficial. Some of these include anti-depressants, anti-anxiety medication, avoiding alcohol and recreational drugs, limiting caffeine and foods high in sugar, and eating healthy along with exercise. Recognizing that there are going to be good days and bad days is a realistic way to deal with bad days when things look hopeless. Although sometimes sadness with depression can seem like it will never go away, with the right treatment it will and meanwhile managing it should be approached one day at a time.
Seasonal affective disorder seems to be more common in locations where there is very cold weather and a lot of rain. For those who live in these areas, there may come a time with a decision to move may be needed. But before that happens, therapy should be given a chance to help with the symptoms. The most important thing to remember is to seek treatment and get advice from a professional. Something else that can be done to help with feelings of sadness and hopelessness are going to church and reading God's Word.
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