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Don’t Get SAD- Recognizing and Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder

The string of holidays that occur in winter are usually associated with joy: hall-decking, gift-giving, family-gathering, and lots of food. However, the cold weather and lack of sunshine can have serious effects on a persons’ mood, potentially leading to a condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). For most affected, SAD occurs in the winter months and can lead to lethargy, depression, and general moodiness. According to Mental Health America, some two million seniors suffer from some form of depression. Therefore, it is especially important for seniors to know the signs of SAD so that with the help of their physician, they can identify and treat symptoms.

What makes people SAD?

Sunlight provides benefits that can have a direct effect on mood. According to WebMD, the lack of sun can upset your biological clock, leading to variations in sleep schedules- a common symptom of depression. Additionally, serotonin (a brain chemical that affects mood) levels may be disrupted.
Symptoms
According to the Mayo Clinic’s description of SAD, symptoms may include the following:

How to tackle the blues
Agingcare.com notes several different treatments for SAD. Traditional antidepressant medications prescribed by a doctor may help regulate some symptoms, especially if a routine is established before symptoms occur each year.
Light therapy is also widely used to combat symptoms. The treatment involves using a “light box”- a fluorescent light that mimics natural sunlight. Sitting in front of the light box each day can help decrease the amount of melatonin (a hormone that causes drowsiness) and regulate serotonin and epinephrine.
 
If you think you may be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder, do not hesitate to schedule an appointment with your primary care physician today. With the proper combination of medication and therapy, your winter months can start looking a little happier- and brighter.

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