Seasonal Affective Disorder For Dummies
Chapter One
Opening Up the Curtains on SAD
In This Chapter
* Deciphering more info about SAD
* Figuring out if you have SAD
* Seeking solutions for SAD
* Trying to prevent recurrences of SAD
People with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) dread the turn from fall to
winter. Darkness on the outside brings depression on the inside. People
with SAD don't look forward to cozy nights in front of a roaring fire, skiing,
making snowmen, or celebrating holidays. Instead, they simply hope and
pray that they can muddle through until spring.
Most scientists believe that the primary cause of SAD is diminished sunlight
that accompanies the shorter days in the winter. For many people, reduced
light triggers chan ... read full excerpt from Seasonal Affective Disorder For Dummies ebook
