Posted by verne on November 27, 2005, at 16:32:47
In reply to hubby bought me a light box.., posted by spriggy on November 25, 2005, at 14:20:28
Hi,
I grew up in the Northwest so I know what you're talking about. I lived in Portland, Seattle, and all over the Oregon Coast.
I bought a light box and several full spectrum bulbs (vitalites) a couple years ago. I noticed a significant difference. Within a week I was walking for the first time in months. The depression was more manageable and I was less fearful in public.
My lightbox is now sitting in my "library" behind a bunch of shelves, boxes, and books. My daughter and her boyfriend plan to help me reclaim this space next weekend.
I use the lightbox to illuminate an entire room. I have it off to the side of my reading chair recessed in a cube about 4 feet off the floor. The cube blocks the glare and directs the light outward. It may not be as therapeutic but it's very functional. I think any amount of full spectrum light is good.
Verne
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