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I have bipolar disorder and SAD. My depression and energy levels worsen with the dark, dank and foggy Fresno, CA weather. I recently got a light therapy box which I use every morning for about 45 min and it's making a difference in my energy level, alertness, sleep cycle and depressive symptoms. Right now, I am on an extended vacation. I am interested to see if symptoms continue to improve with light thx even when I return to work full time next week.
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I am thinking that I am not so affected by this although I do know that sunlight makes me feel happier. On My Depression Connection there was a really interesting post by a member about Spring Depression. I was very intrigued because most people talk about the winter blues. So who knows? My depression is fairly consistent through the seasons.
This is a really interesting topic! I hope more people chime in with their experiences.