Question 1

where might i get a phototherapy/ light therapy/ sad light box for a reasonable price?

Accepted Answer

Shop around: The most important aspect in purchazing a light therapy lamp for sad is to make sure that it emits 10, 000 lux wavelength light band. There are some companies pricing these for a couple hundred or more on the internet. A year or two ago i did stumble upon one at lowes or menards that was around $30 and specifically had the waveband listed.

Question 2

why is phototherapy an effective treatment for seasonal affective disorder (sad)?

Accepted Answer

The cause: The cause of seasonal affective disorder is thought to be a reaction to the reduced light in the winter. Hence the treatment with light therapy.

Question 3

does sad light therapy help ?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: It is in fact the most effective treatment for sad.

Question 4

what should i look for in a light therapy device for sad?

Accepted Answer

Light source: Get a light that emits frequencies mimicing sunlight as closely as possible. Make sure it's easy to use under a range of circumstances. If too large, heavy or awkward then a tendency to not use it defeats its purpose. Some run on rechargeable batteries and are quite portable and easy to use. Led lights work well even though they are not totally sunlight similar.

Question 5

i have seasonal affective disorder. does sad light therapy help you much at all?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: If possible get a full spectrum light and read or sit in front of it first thing in the morning for 30-40 minutes.

Question 6

i am an sad sufferer and i am no longer able to control my symptoms with light therapy or vitamins can you please help?

Accepted Answer

Have you tried: Psychotherapy? Consider doing some work looking at whether other factors are related to your sadd. Sometimes there can be anniversary reactions to winter events. Good luck. Let us know how you do.

Question 7

does skin phototherapy actually work?

Accepted Answer

For certain diseases: For certain diseases like psoriasis and vitiligo, phototherapy works very well.

Question 8

will phototherapy makes child's skin black?

Accepted Answer

Define "black": If you mean "tan", yes - phototherapy will cause tanning, unless the child has very fair skin that doesn't normally tan at all. Phototherapy should always be supervised by a medical professional who understands the risks involved. Don't attempt it on your own.

Question 9

i am looking for a home uv phototherapy unit?

Accepted Answer

It is available&effe: It is available and effective, for skin conditions like psoriasis.

Question 10

how effective is phototherapy in treating psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Varies: In stable plaque psoriasis phototherapy can flatten psoriasis and put into remission for about 9 months. It will require a series of 20-30 treatments. Home narrow band uvb devices are available for home use and can be covered by insurance but will require documentation by a dermatologist.

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Does sad light therapy help ?

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What should i look for in a light therapy device for sad?

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I have seasonal affective disorder. does sad light therapy help you much at all?

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I am an sad sufferer and i am no longer able to control my symptoms with light therapy or vitamins can you please help?

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Does skin phototherapy actually work?

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Will phototherapy makes child's skin black?

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I am looking for a home uv phototherapy unit?

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