Traditionally, seasonal affective disorder has been treated with psychotherapy and antidepressants. Most patients are also advised to stop taking sleeping aids and limit their exposure to stimulants such as alcohol, nicotine and caffeine. Light therapy has shown great promise in treating those suffering from moderate to severe cases of seasonal affective disorder. Light therapy can include sitting in a brightly lit room for one hour in the morning and one hour in the evening. Special, commercially available lights are set to simulate dawn, automatically going from dim lighting to bright, white light every morning.
Lights powered by batteries emit bright, natural light, which is directed to the eyes.
MAKE your living environment brighter by opening blinds and drapes. Walls can also be painted in light, bright colors. USE bright lights to illuminate your living environment during cloudy or overcast days. DON'T isolate yourself from friends, family members or co-workers. JOHN'S WORT has been used in Europe for centuries to help boost moods and balance the body's chemical make-up.