Seasonal Affective Disorder: how to go from SAD to smiles

Moving into autumn and winter after the warm summer months can be a bit of an adjustment for most of us. But what about the people who find that the seasonal change leaves them depressed, anxious and unable to function? Every year, around 7% of people in the UK suffer from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) a serious health condition that can affect every aspect of their life, with a further 17% of the population suffering from winter blues, a milder but still serious version of the same condition.

SAD is caused by a lack of sunlight in winter due to shorter daylight hours. The danger period for SAD is the one from September to April. SAD can be diagnosed by identifying patterns of symptoms over three consecutive years. In its most serious form, it can make everyday life a great deal harder to cope with, affecting relationships, work and daily activities.

Spot the signs of SAD

Could you or someone you know be affected by SAD? Common symptoms include:

• Depression

• Sleep problems

• Lethargy

• Overeating

• Anxiety

• Sudden mood changes in spring.

Shedding a light on SAD

While the symptoms of SAD can be very severe, one type of treatment has been shown to be effective in up to 90% of diagnosed cases – light therapy, in which light is safely harnessed to provide specific health benefits. This treatment has proven to be life changing for many SAD sufferers. Britebox Energise – from lightbox specialists Britebox International – has been designed specially to treat SAD.

Ten days to stopping SAD

Light therapy for SAD is usually effective within 4-10 days (though many people will feel the effects after only one or two sessions). Fully clinically tested and certified, Britebox Energise is a stylish, portable and optimum 10,000 D-Lux S.A.D light box. It comes with a 60-day money back guarantee and a two year full warranty for added reassurance.

Costing just £189, Britebox Energise is energy efficient with a lamp life of 10,000 hours and is portable and easy to store. Medical and industry recognition of the Britebox Energise is backed up with regular feedback we receive from customers, ex-SAD sufferers who have written in to tell us how their lives have changed since using the product:

“I have been using my Britebox for nearly two weeks and the results have been amazing. I have even visited my GP to inform her of the results…It has totally transformed my life because I knew I simply could not keep living the way I was.”

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