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Posted by spriggy on November 25, 2005, at 14:20:28
Considering I live near Seattle and it rains (and rains and rains) from October to June (and even when it's not raining, it's dark and dreary), my dh thought it would be a good proactive step.He was being nice/kind and thought he'd surprise me. I personally would've liked to have done more research but I know he did it out of love.
Anyway, it will not be here for another week (shipping). He thinks he bought the best one; it came from COSTCO- something about they used it for astronauts. ROFL
I don't plan on going to the moon, I just don't want to have anxiety or depression.
Anyone know if they really work?What if you are possibly bipolar? Any problems? Would this be a good way for me to find out if I am indeed Bp? ROFL
Posted by spriggy on November 27, 2005, at 13:36:24
In reply to hubby bought me a light box.., posted by spriggy on November 25, 2005, at 14:20:28
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
Posted by spriggy on November 29, 2005, at 18:06:31
In reply to Re: hubby bought me a light box.. » spriggy, posted by verne on November 27, 2005, at 16:32:47
Thanks so much.
IT came today- I have it on right now as I sit at the computer. The brand is:
www.mygolite.com
We shall see if this works! IT can't hurt to try, right?
Posted by gardenergirl on December 9, 2005, at 19:12:15
In reply to Re: hubby bought me a light box.. » verne, posted by spriggy on November 29, 2005, at 18:06:31
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