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How effective are light boxes they sell for seasonal depression?
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Ligjt: Effective if used the right way (place light 3 feet away from you while you read or watch tv, use 3 times a week, for 30 minutes each time.
Answered 7/8/2012
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LIght therapy: Light therapy can be very effective for the treatment of seasonal affective disorder and depression. Mayo Clinic has an excellent article on light boxes at :http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder/in-depth/seasonal-affective-disorder-treatment/art-20048298
Answered 5/2/2017
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