Early morning bright light therapy has been used for over 30 years to reduce symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and other non-seasonal depression. Could that same therapy benefit those with bipolar disorder? What Is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder characterized by episodes of mood swings ranging
Cancer is a disease no one wants to deal with. It’s full of uncertainty, and treatment can leave you feeling worse than you did before. One of the most common side effects of treatment for cancer is insomnia and fatigue. You’re tired, but you can’t sleep, which makes you even
You’ve probably heard of light therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and other forms of depression and anxiety. But did you know that light therapy is beneficial for everyone? Even if you do not suffer from depression, the benefits of exposure to light during cold, dreary months can’t be denied.
If you’ve ever finished a workout and have gotten that “high” afterward, you’ve experienced a rush of endorphins. It feels great, doesn’t it? Serotonin and endorphins are neurotransmitters, the “feel-good” chemicals our bodies produce to promote an overall sense of well-being. They provide a lot of benefits, including regulating your
You know it well: The mid-week slump. Or is it a case of the Mondays? Perhaps “It’s really only Thursday? I thought it was Friday!” Face it; even your morning cup of coffee (or five) just aren’t cutting it anymore. You find it more and more difficult to drag yourself
You know the feeling: You toss and turn, trying to get comfortable. You’ve tried reading books, buying new pillows, exercising until you’re at the point of exhaustion, cutting out caffeine, and counting flock upon flock of sheep. No matter what you try, though, you’re still unable to fall asleep and
When people discuss seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or depression, the focus typically is on adults who suffer from these conditions. However, a growing number of adolescents and children are being diagnosed with depression in various forms. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America estimates between 2 and 3 percent of
Do you suffer from insomnia, often wondering when – or if – you’ll fall asleep each night? Does your inability to sleep seem to get worse in the winter, when there’s less sunlight during the day? Can Bright Light Therapy Help Your Insomnia? Because bright light therapy helps the body
Depression is a common affliction, and pregnant and postpartum women are especially vulnerable to developing depression symptoms. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 1 in 10 American women suffers from depression at some point during adulthood, with the number increasing to 1 in 9 for women during
If you’re suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or a variety of other conditions, you may have heard that bright light therapy can help ease your symptoms. But you may be wondering: How safe is bright light therapy, really? Overall, bright light therapy is a very safe, low-risk method of
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