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Last modified: Friday, 25-Jan-2013 13:38:08 EST

University Counseling Center (UCC)

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 UCC

• 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 UCC located on the 3rd floor of the UHS River Campus building. Call 275-3113 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.

Symptoms 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

Please Note: Light box therapy through the Counseling Center is available to students of the University of Rochester only.

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