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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Learning Center

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Seasonal affective disorder(SAD) is a form of depression that occurs in relation to the seasons, most commonly beginning in winter.The disorder may begin in adolescence or early adulthood. Like other forms of depression...

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Causes
Like other forms of depression, it occurs more frequently in women than in men. Most people with the"winter blahs" or...
Tests
A visit to your health care provider will look for other causes of the symptoms and confirm the diagnosis. A psychol...
Treatments
As with other types of depression, antidepressant medications and talk therapy can be effective. Light therapy using...
Complications
Seasonal affective disorder can sometimes progress to a major depressive syndrome.
Prevention
Individuals who have had recurrent seasonal depression should speak with a mental health care professional to explore...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you experience symptoms of seasonal affective disorder.

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