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How can i improve my sad mood disorder?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

SAD: Good health habits are first line: good diet; enough sleep; exercise more often; seek out activities and people that make you happy. Avoid alcohol & illegal drugs, which worsen depression over time and can impair judgment. Light therapy with very bright light box (10, 000 lux) that mimics sunlight, 30 min/day in early morning, in fall/winter. Check vitamin d levels -- if < 50 ng/ml, replenish.

Answered 11/14/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree w Dr. Pappas: Treatment options include medications, microcurrent electrical therapy (MET) /cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), cognitive behavioral therapy, psychotherapy, exercise, healthy nutrition, acupuncture, phototherapy, etc.

Answered 11/14/2015

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