Posted by houstongirl on October 29, 2001, at 13:28:03
In reply to Re: SAD vs normal automn blues » Else, posted by paxvox on October 27, 2001, at 20:46:46
I have been diagnosed with SAD, in addition to BPII w/atypical depression. The light does seem to help me wake up in the mornings. Switching the clocks back 1 hour made a CONSIDERABLE difference this morning. It was fully light out when I had to get up and it was MUCH easier to get up. I'm taking 100mg Celexa, 1500mg Depakote and 200mg Provigil to combat the drowsiness from the first two. I live in Houston, near the Texas Medical Center and am EXTREMELY fortunate to have access to some of the best doctors in the world.
Cristy
> Indeed, without reading the other posts, because I know what they are going to say about light therapy, I will profer my tid-bit.
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> I think you are describing classic SAD. My Pdoc says that those (like myself)who are sensitive to the hours of sunlight actually may begin this phasing as early as late July (which was news to me, but DID explain the horrible few weeks I had then!).
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> From my understanding of SAD, knowing that THAT is what is affecting your mood is winning half the battle, the other finding succesfull treatment. I can't say I have ever found the latter, as my Pdoc just wanted me to increase my Wellbutin to 400mg a day. I am pretty well set at 350mg, anything higher has untoward effects.
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> What meds are you currently taking, and have you discused this with your Pdoc? Although I have no experience with light therapy, the data suggests its efficacy. Look into it, don't just wish it away. SAD can be treated, if your Pdoc is of higher quality than what I have available in the small town I live in. Good luck, keep us posted.
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> PAX
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