Find the Best Seasonal Affective Disorder Rehab for You
Reign RTC embraces the awareness that much influences mental health, especially how mood changes with the calendar seasons. SAD, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, is a type of depression related to seasonal changes. In this article, we will understanding the symptoms and causes of SAD, and how Reign RTC’s treatments can help.
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What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?
Seasonal Affective Disorder, abbreviated as SAD, is a depression typically manifesting during the fall and early winter months when natural light levels are scarce. There is a reversal of these symptoms in spring and summer. The problem for those suffering from SAD, however, is that treatment symptoms may be chronic, severe depression, and a mental health disorder that profoundly affects one's quality of life every year.
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What Are The Symptoms Of SAD?
Symptoms of SAD are pretty similar to those of general depression and bipolar disorder and include the following:
For some mental health professionals, these symptoms are severe, and a few weeks without enough sleep has a significant impact on a mental health professional’s functioning properly with day-to-day mental illness and mental health activities.
What Causes SAD?
Although the exact cause of SAD isn't known, it is believed to relate to less exposure to sunlight during autumn and winter days. The main theories are:
The body’s internal clock might be thrown out of whack due to less sunlight, resulting in feelings of depression.
Less sunlight might result in less serotonin, a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) that affects mood, which might result in more depression symptoms.
Seasonal change in sleep patterns also affects the body’s level of melatonin, which aids in diagnosing depressive symptoms and mood swings.
How Is SAD Treated?
At Reign RTC, we offer an integrated treatment approach for SAD and help address individual needs. Our treatment options, alternative treatments, and plans may include:
One of the first treatments for SAD is light therapy, which is the exposure to a very bright light almost every day during the fall and winter months in a lightbox to compensate for the lack of sun during summer depression, late fall and winter blues, and winter depression.
CBT, specifically, is a form of talk therapy, usually referred to as mind therapy, tailored to address depression and SAD. This so-called talk therapy can assist the patient in managing the depressive symptoms by replacing negative thoughts and behaviors.
In cases of clinical depression, an antidepressant would be prescribed to address symptoms of mood disorder and combat symptoms of SAD, especially if symptoms of major depression or other mental health conditions or disorders are severe.
Encouraging regular exercise, a healthy diet, dietary supplements, and mindfulness practices can help mental health professionals who treat depression and other mental illnesses and health conditions combat the symptoms of SAD.
Some studies suggest a Vitamin D supplement might help improve mood.
Reign RTC Commitment to Mental Wellness
Recognizing that every individual's experience with SAD is unique, Reign RTC offers personalized care. Our team of experts works with each client to develop a treatment plan that addresses their specific symptoms and lifestyle, supporting them through the darker months of the year.
Treatment for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), as well as major depressive disorder, depressive episodes, and shifts, is easy to find when seeking help with Reign RTC. Our experienced team will ensure proper management and intervention of your depression issues due to SAD. Contact us via our contact page, call regarding our services and procedures, or schedule a consultation. Let's fight SAD together and make you feel good in all seasons of life.
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