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Seasonal depression is a myth, right?
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No: Seasonal affective disorder is a real disorder. Depression is a major symptom. This commonly occurs in the winter when there is less sunlight. It's more common in the northern latitudes. One treatment for it is artificial light therapy that mimics the rays of natural light.
Answered 5/7/2016
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No it's real: Some pts r depressed oversleep overheat during overcast months & become energetic in the spring they respond to light therapy & wellbutrin (bupropion).
Answered 5/9/2016
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Wrong: Seasonal affective disorder is very real.
Answered 10/3/2016
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S.A.D. is real: Seasonal affective disorder (s.A.D.) is a real disorder affecting >10% of population of seattle and northwest. Treatment includes anti-depressants and 'light boxes'.
Answered 12/3/2013
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