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ADHD and SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

By Terry Matlen, ACSW, Health Guide Friday, October 03, 2008

 

Dr. Levitan noted that both ADHD patients and SAD patients are "very much tied to their environment"-that is, very sensitive to it. Researchers have pointed out that if a woman has both ADHD and SAD, then perhaps light therapy might be able to suppress ADHD *and* SAD symptoms. Further research will need to be conducted.

 

In the meantime, if you have ADHD and suffer from SAD, it would be prudent to discuss treatment options with your health care provider.

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By Terry Matlen, ACSW, Health Guide— Last Modified: 11/29/11, First Published: 10/03/08