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Seasonal Affective Disorder
Who does it affect
Females are more likely to be diagnosed
Risk Factors
Family History/Genetics
Having major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder
Northern climates (distance from equator)
Typically manifests between ages of 18-30 (young adults)
Young people are more likely to develop SAD
How many people are affected
10%-20% of Americans (approx 33-66 million people)
Difficult to determine due to poor understanding/awareness of SAD
How does it affect them
Constant feeling of depression
Loss of interest in activities once loved
Low energy
Sleep Disruptions
Changes in appetite/weight
Feelings of "sluggishness" or agitation
Impaired ability to concentrate
Feeling hopeless, worthless or guilty
Violent or suicidal thoughts/behaviour
Signficance of the problem
Causes significant mental anguish
Can lead to social withdrawal
Impaired functioning in life (school, work, social)
Can lead to substance abuse
Causes
Affected circadian rhythm
Serotonin disruptions
Melatonin disruptions
Existing Management of SAD
Light Therapy
Medication (SSRIs, Vitamins, etc)
Negative Air Ionization
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Physical Exercise
Diagnosis/Diagnostic symptoms
Depressive mood most days
Depressive mood lasting for >2 weeks
Dysfunction in school, work or social relationships
