61. Medical Library NIMH finding of difference in melatonin secretion does not prove causality. http://www.medem.com/medlb/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZWJ38G5VC&sub_c

62. Seasonal Affective Disorders A review of the current opinion about seasonal affective disorder (SAD). http://www.priory.com/psych/SAD.htm

Seasonal Affective Disorders Said, M, University of Liverpool, UK. Introduction Diagnostic Assessment Features Assessment ... References Introduction Physicians recorded seasonal depressions as early as Aretaeus and Hippocrates. More recently, patients with regular seasonal depressions were coined as having Seasonal affective disorder (SAD). SAD is described as a subtype of affective disorder (mood disorder) with a seasonal pattern usually in the winter when sufferers experience clinical depression and has a greater prevalence in countries with greater northern latitude. There is some evidence to suggest the existence of a recurrent depression that occurs in summer Diagnostic Assessment The term SAD was invented by Rosenthal et al in 1984 with the criteria shown below: Table 1: SAD criteria of Rosenthal et al (1984) 1) A history of major affective disorder, according to Research Diagnostic Criteria (Spitzer et al 1978) 2) At least two consecutive previous years in which the depressions developed  during fall or winter and remitted by the following spring or summer 3) Absence of any other Axis I DSM-III psychiatric disorder (American Psychiatric Association 1980) 4) Absence of any clear-cut seasonally changing psychosocial variables that would account for the seasonal variability in mood and behaviour Now the diagnostic term is included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) of the American Psychiatric Association. The DSM-IV is one of two standard diagnostic manuals used by psychiatrists for diagnosis, the other one being the International Classification of Diseases, currently in its 10

63. Full Spectrum Light - Full Spectrum Lighting - Light Therapy Light Therapy light boxes for the treatment of seasonal affective disorder.Used for alleviating seasonal affective disorder and the Winter Blues http://www.fullspectrumsolutions.com/

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64. Seasonal Affective Disorder Web Page seasonal affective disorder is a genuine physical disorder characterized by mood seasonal affective disorder appears to be more prevalent (for US http://www.augsburg.edu/psych/vml/SAD.html

SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER This page created by BECKY JACKSON AND BEVERLY WESTERBERG PSY 355, Brain and Behavior, Fall, 1997 INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW OF THIS PAGE Seasonal Affective Disorder is a genuine physical disorder characterized by mood fluctuations, sleeping and eating disturbances as well as some measurable neurotransmitter deficiencies. Research has suggested that exposure to bright light may play a key role in helping those who suffer from SAD maintain healthy lives. Research is ongoing in many areas of the globe and the treatment results are promising. This page will provide information about the general symptoms and treatment of SAD, as well as research currently being done on the topic. HOW SAD WAS DISCOVERED Dr. Gila Lindsley, on the Phantom Sleep home page , provides some information on the symptoms of SAD, gives advice for treatment, and describes information on the involvement of melatonin and circadian rhythms with SAD. She also provides some background information on the discovery of the disorder. Norman E. Rosenthal, M.D.

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66. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Diagnosis and treatment of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) http://www.athealth.com/Practitioner/Newsletter/FPN_3_2.html

At Health, Inc. Find a Therapist Click here Practitioner Friday's Progress Notes advertisement Seasonal Affective Disorder Friday's Progress Notes - January 15, 1999 Mental Health Information - Vol. 3 Issue 2 Provided by athealth.com - http://www.athealth.com Find a treatment center Click here CONTENTS SAD description, epidemiology, and treatment. Light therapy and the treatment of SAD and other disorders. Depression in women. Depression newsgroups. ... Depression and Diabetes. SPONSOR'S INFORMATION NEW ONLINE CE COURSES Bipolar Disorder and Alcoholism HIPAA Made Friendly: How to Become Compliant PTSD in Children Loss, Grief, and Bereavement EMDR: Working with Grief Recreating Partnership Couples Therapy Child Custody: Who Will Parent the Children? Plus courses on Alzheimer's, Anxiety, Aging, Anger Management, ADHD, DSM-IV Diagnoses, Domestic Violence, Ethics, PTSD, Grief and Loss, Addiction, Psychopharmacology, OCD, Co-Dependence, EMDR, Eating Disorders, and more! Many videos/books/audiotapes available without CE credit! http://www.athealthce.com

67. Seasonal Affective Disorder Treatment for seasonal affective disorder. seasonal affective disorder is apattern of major depressive episodes that occur and remit with changes in http://www.athealth.com/Practitioner/Newsletter/FPN_6_20.html

At Health, Inc. Find a Therapist Click here Practitioner Friday's Progress Notes advertisement Seasonal Affective Disorder Friday's Progress Notes - December 27, 2002 Mental Health Information - Vol. 6 Issue 20 Published by athealth.com - http://www.athealth.com Find a treatment center Click here CONTENTS Diagnosis and treatment of SAD. Bright-light therapy for seasonal affective disorder. Clinical management of seasonal affective disorder. Diagnosis and treatment of unipolar depression. ... Light therapy in the treatment of SAD and eating disorders. SPONSOR'S INFORMATION NEED CREDITS? EARN CE WITHOUT LEAVING YOUR OFFICE! HIPAA Made Friendly: How to Become Compliant Ethical and Legal Issues in Substance Abuse Treatment Childhood-Onset Schizophrenia ADHD: Diagnosis and Treatment PTSD in Children Domestic Violence: Effective Diagnosis and Treatment Psychosocial Issues for Older Adults in Disasters Wisdom of the Heart: Working with Women's Dreams For a complete catalog, click on http://www.athealthce.com Dear Colleagues, December is Seasonal Depression Awareness Month. According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, six out of every 100 Americans (6%) suffer from SAD. Another 10 to 20 percent may experience a milder form of SAD. Today's newsletter provides resources on the diagnosis and treatment of seasonal depression.

68. Virtual Hospital: Psychiatry: Seasonal Affective Disorder seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is commonly referred to as winter depressionin the National Organization for seasonal affective disorders (NOSAD) http://www.vh.org/adult/patient/psychiatry/seasonalaffectivedisorder/

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.

69. Virtual Hospital: Health Prose: Seasonal Affective Disorder Health Prose A OneMinute Update for Your Health about seasonal affective disorder. http://www.vh.org/adult/patient/psychiatry/prose/sad.html

Health Prose: A One-Minute Update for Your Health Seasonal Affective Disorder: What To Do About The Winter Blues University of Iowa Health Science Relations and Don St. John Physician Assistant Peer Review Status: Internally Peer Reviewed During late fall and winter, the days get much shorter, grayer and definitely colder. It's almost enough to make you want to stay in bed forever. This may be a common thought for many of us, but for some, the winter months can bring on a serious depressive state. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a major depressive disorder with a seasonal component. People with SAD experience depressive symptoms in the fall and winter that usually remit in the spring or summer. Don St. John, a physician assistant with UI Behavioral Health, said the cause of SAD is unknown but some research has shown that it relates to melatonin, the natural hormone in the body that governs our sleep/wake cycles. About 70 to 80 percent of SAD patients are women who usually develop the disorder in their 30s. Location also seems to play a part in the disorders. The further north a person lives, the more likely they are to develop SAD, since it is related to the amount of daylight. Individuals with a family history of depression, especially bipolar disorder, are also at a higher risk of developing SAD. Symptoms of SAD are atypical of most major depressive disorders, which are usually characterized by loss of appetite, difficulty sleeping, loss of motivation and a depressed mood. In contrast, SAD symptoms include increased sleep and difficulty waking, increased appetite and carbohydrate cravings, weight gain, and general sluggishness.

70. It's That Time Of Year - Seasonal Depression seasonal affective disorder affects people in extreme latitudes during short days.Find out more about this disorder and it s treatment. http://mentalhealth.about.com/cs/depression/a/seasonal.htm

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71. SAD Seasonal Affective Disorder Info, FAQ's And Usage Guide Information SAD seasonal affective disorder FAQ, great SAD info, usage guide and productinformation available. http://www.lighttherapyproducts.com/sadinfo.html

Light Therapy Products 6125 Ives Lane North Plymouth, Minnesota 55442 Online Since 1995 SAD seasonal affective disorder Info FAQ's What is SAD seasonal affective disorder? How is SAD similar to other affective disorders? How is SAD different from other mood disorders? How can SAD be treated? ... Insurance Form What is SAD Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a specific type of major depression, one which reoccurs at specific times of the year. The most common pattern is the onset of major depression in the fall (September through November) and abating of the symptoms in late winter to early spring (March through May). There are other people who experience periods of abnormally high or euphoric mood between major depressive episodes. The frequency of SAD seems to vary with geographic location. It may approach 10% of the general population in northern New England, 5% of the population in the Baltimore/Washington area, and less than 2% of the population of Southern California or Florida. How is SAD similar to other affective disorders?

72. Light Therapy Box For SAD Seasonal Affective Disorder Or Seasonal Depression Light box for seasonal depression by Light Therapy Products. SAD winter blues orseasonal affective disorder info. http://www.lighttherapyproducts.com/

Light Therapy Products 6125 Ives Lane North Plymouth, Minnesota 55442 Online Since 1995 Light box, dawn simulator and SAD information Online Since 1995 Do you experience seasonal depression or the winter blues? Do you experience lower energy levels, weight gain, fatigue, interrupted sleep and irritability each fall and winter? If you can answer "yes" you may be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder SAD ... but you can do something about it! Are you looking for a light box, dawn simulator? Need help choosing a light box? Read our " Straight Talk " Want to know more about light therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) ? Frequently asked questions about seasonal depression are answered at LightTherapyProducts.com, just click the SAD Info button. Articles about light deprivation, dawn simulation and the positive affects of bright light therapy are available, just click articles ! Many products are available to help combat SAD, and each product has supporting information so you can choose the right product for you.

73. Dr. Grohol's Psych Central: Depression: Seasonal Affective Disorder Online resources for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). http://psychcentral.com/resources/Depression/Seasonal_Affective_Disorder/

home resource directory disorders quizzes ... Depression Categories: Products and Services new Related Categories: Depression Resources: About the Winter Blues Top Rated This article from Psych Central is an introduction to the winter blues, also known as seasonal affective disorder. Written by John Grohol, Psy.D. URL: http://psychcentral.com/library/seasonal_affective.htm 15-Nov-2004 - Hits: 556 - Rate This Details alt.support.depression.seasonal A newsgroup on seasonal affective disorder (SAD). URL: news:alt.support.depression.seasonal 25-Feb-2000 - Hits: 866 - Rate This Details Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder Dr. Ivan Goldberg's useful article describing what to look for in lightboxes, the lighting that makes light therapy treatment effective. URL: http://www.psycom.net/depression.central.lighttherapy.html 30-Oct-2002 - Hits: 836 - Rate This Details Light Treatment for Nonseasonal Depression A professional article published in a 1999 issue of Psychiatric Times which describes light treatment for seasonal affective disorder (SAD), as well as the various lightboxes available. URL: http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/p990359.html

74. Seasonal Affective Disorder - SAD Depression Symptoms And Treatment BUPA health factsheet seasonal affective disorder (SAD) may be related tochanges in the amount of daylight during the autumn and winter months. http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/html/sad.html

search home services health information ... BUPA Products and services Health insurance Financial protection Hospitals Care homes ... International cover Visitor interest areas Individuals Business Intermediaries Health professionals ... BUPA members Facilities finder Find local health and fitness facilities World of BUPA BUPA services around the world at bupa.com health information health factsheets Print-friendly version ... Need help with PDF files? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) What is SAD? Seasonal affective (or mood) disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at particular times. For most sufferers of SAD, symptoms get worse in the autumn and winter when the days are shorter, and clear up in spring and summer. People are more vulnerable to SAD the further away they live from the equator as daylight hours become fewer. What causes SAD and who is at risk? The exact mechanism of SAD is unknown, although there are many theories. SAD may be related to changes in the amount of daylight during the autumn and winter months. One theory suggests that people with SAD respond to this decrease in light by secreting a hormone called melatonin which slows down the body clock, and affects sleeping and mood patterns. Another theory, which is gaining popularity, involves chemicals in the brain, such as dopamine or serotonin, which play a role in controlling sleeping, eating and moods. It is thought that people with SAD may have abnormal levels of these chemicals. A third theory proposes that people with SAD may have a lower eye sensitivity to light.

75. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) - Symptoms, Light Box Symptoms of seasonal affective disorder,SAD, what seasonal affective disorder islike, treating the winter blues with bright light therapy. http://www.healthyplace.com/Communities/depression/sad.asp

Apocalypse Suicide Page Good Mood Living with Depression Mental Health Recovery ... send this page to a friend Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Throughout the centuries, poets have described a sense of sadness, loss and lethargy which can accompany the shortening days of fall and winter. Many cultures and religions have winter festivals associated with candles or fire. Many of us notice tiredness, a bit of weight gain, difficulty getting out of bed and bouts of "the blues" as fall turns to winter. However some people experience an exaggerated form of these symptoms. Their depression and lack of energy become debilitating. Work and relationships suffer. This condition, known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) may affect over 10 million Americans while the milder, "Winter Blues" may affect a larger number of individuals. Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder The typical symptoms of SAD include depression, lack of energy, increased need for sleep, a craving for sweets and weight gain. Symptoms begin in the fall, peak in the winter and usually resolve in the spring. Some individuals experience great bursts of energy and creativity in the spring or early summer. Susceptible individuals who work in buildings without windows may experience SAD-type symptoms at any time of year. Some people with SAD have mild or occasionally severe periods of mania during the spring or summer. If the symptoms are mild, no treatment may be necessary. If they are problematic, then a mood stabilizer such as Lithium might be considered. There is a smaller group of individuals who suffer from summer depression.

76. Welcome To NHS Direct Online seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression or mood disorder with a There is also a summer version of seasonal affective disorder, http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/en.asp?TopicID=408

77. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) - Depression Symptoms, Causes, And Treatments Clinical depression information symptoms, treatment, antidepressant medications,and depression support groups. Read details about the types of clinical http://www.medicinenet.com/seasonal_affective_disorder_sad/article.htm

document.writeln(''); MedicineNet Home Depression Home Page > Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Search Tips Printer-Friendly Format FREE Newsletters Email to a Friend ... Next 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?

78. Light Therapy Apollo Light Boxes For Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Depressi Our light therapy light boxes are effective for seasonal affective disorder orSAD, depression and sleep or bipolar disorders. http://www.apollohealth.com/

Products About SAD About Light Therapy Circadian Rhythms ... Contact Us #1 Doctor-Recommended Light Therapy Device Latest Research : New technology is more effective and easier to use in treating Seasonal Affective Disorder. This technology, called BLUEWAVE, also promises fewer side effects. Learn more... Receive our free newsletter Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), or Winter Blues is caused by winter darkness. Traditional treatment for winter depression has been light therapy with a 10,000 lux, full-spectrum light box or SAD lamp. However, new resesearch shows that specific wavelength technology (BLUEWAVE) may be more effective at treating Seasonal Affective Disorder. Bright light has also been studied for depression, sleep disorders and bipolar depression. Light therapy from Apollo: For thousands of years man has depended on the healing benefits of light. And physicians have long noted an increase in depressive problems was related to the lack of sunlight. Socrates may have been the first to prescribe light therapy for depression. When he noticed winter blues, he recommended his patients flee to the southern coasts to soak in the sun. Our light therapy devices - light boxes, dawn simulators, bright lights, sun boxes - can help for an assortment of ailments including seasonal affective disorder or SAD, and even sleep, bipolar or depression disorders.

79. Norman E. Rosenthal SAD - Seasonal Affective Disorder And Seasonal Depression Dr. Norman Rosenthal has been the voice of hope for those suffering from depressionand emotional distress. His pioneeering work in the field 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.

80. Seasonal Affective Disorder Test How to determine how seasonal you are by means of the Seasonal Pattern AssessmentQuestionnaire (SPAQ) 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.

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