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    #1

    Depression and lighting

    Ive been researching those lights that are supposed to mimic the sun. Seems like a pretty good idea. I dont really trust testimonials on company websites all that much.

    If you have any experience with them good/bad, and would like to share, I would LOVE to hear from you.
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    #2
    Depression and lighting

    No personal experience Nelz, but have had customers over the years who have reported using them with mood improvement. There is a local clinic that offers sessions free of charge too. I'm not sure what to look for when purchasing. I'll see if I can get you more info.
    Psalms 119:45


    ?Start by doing what is necessary, then what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.?

    St. Francis of Assisi



    I'm not perfect, never will be, but better than I was and not as good as I'm going to be.

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      #3
      Depression and lighting

      I figured why not chose a Canadian company since Canadians would be more predisposed to SAD.

      I would give this one a go:
      Northern Light Technologies | Home
      Here's an independent review:
      SADelite Light Therapy Desk Lamp by Northern Light Technologies: 10,000 Lux | Best SAD Lights
      Psalms 119:45


      ?Start by doing what is necessary, then what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.?

      St. Francis of Assisi



      I'm not perfect, never will be, but better than I was and not as good as I'm going to be.

      :rays:

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        #4
        Depression and lighting

        Hi Guys. I use Litebook and it's is the best thing I've ever done. Within a week I was no longer having a nap in the afternoon, and was sleeping better at night - and mood improved a lot. I live in So. Ontario and it is DARK all winter.

        I was taking Topa and GABA as well but I noticed that after my 1/2 hour with the lite box as soon as I get up - I felt AWAKE!!! and ready to take on the day. I highly recommend it. Litebook is also Canadian. The cost was $199, I think, but there was a bit of a sale before Christmas so I paid $175 or around there which with tax etc. brought it up close to $200. Best money I ever spent.
        Ask yourselves, would you rather be a non drinker with an occasional desire to drink or a drinker with a constant desire to stop doing it?
        (quote from Bean )

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          #5
          Depression and lighting

          Hi!

          I'm an alkie (aren't we all) and get SAD every year. It affects me in that I can't sleep at night, find it hard to get out of bed in the morning, low mood and difficulty making decisions and focusing.

          I have heard alcoholics and people who suffer from addictions are more prone to SAD because they are more vulnerable to low moods (and perhaps not working through them as well).

          I use a goLITE, manufactured by an american company - Apollo Health Inc. It uses Blue Wave technology - which I find convenient as you dont have to use it for as long (think 15mins a morning instead of 30.) It helps tremendously, after 3 days use.

          I'm AF about 15 months and the effects of SAD are more noticible when I am 'clear headed'.
          To see a world in a grain of sand
          And a heaven in a wildflower.
          Hold infinity in the palm of your hand,
          And eternity in an hour.

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            #6
            Depression and lighting

            Bump up for Halo....regarding Seasonal Affective Disorder.
            All you gotta do, is get thru this day. AF 1/20/2011
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