Seasonal Affective Disorder
More than just the "winter blues"- a form of depression marked by its seasonality. More than 10 million Americans are afflicted by S.A.D.

Common symptoms of S.A.D include:
Extreme fatigue/lack of energy
Increased need for sleep; sleeping much more than usual
Carbohydrate craving
Increased appetite
Weight-gain
Sense of melancholy

Seasonal Affective Disorder (affective is a psychiatric term for mood), or S.A.D, describes those who experience clinical depression only during autumn and winter seasons. During the spring and summer, they will feel well and "normal".

Exciting new research finds that many patients with S.A.D improve with exposure to Full Spectrum lighting called light therapy.

Full Spectrum Incandescent Bulbs can help to improve readability, reduce eye stress, and provide a pleasing, bright light that can enhance a sense of well-being.