Light Therapy, SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder

Light Therapy

Winter Blues?

Not Getting Enough Light In Your Life?

Light is an important part of your environment and can have a major impact on your overall well being! Studies show that bright light in the morning is an effective treatment for seasonal depression.

LIGHT THERAPY IS AVAILABLE AT
THE UNIVERSITY COUNSELING CENTER

Light boxes available for use at UCC offices

Used for 1 hour per day for up to 2 weeks

Light therapy best if done in the morning

Available at Towne House or Dewey locations. Call 275-3113 or 275-2361 for more information or to make an appointment to use a light box.

Light boxes are for use at UCC only - you can bring a book, homework, or just sit and relax while using the box at our office.

Sysptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

-Change in appetite

-Weight gain

-Drop in energy level

-Reduction in sex drive

-Change in sleep/wake patterns

-Reduction in quality of sleep

-Avoidance of social situations

-Decreased concentration

-Decreased creativity

-Irritability

-Inability to complete tasks

SunBox® Light Boxes are available for purchase at www.sunbox.com.