Depression and anxiety

[Jones28]

Wondering if anyone has any experience with seasonal affective disorder?

I’ve had a headache and been feeling a bit “meh” over the last couple of weeks and the only thing that’s changed is the light in the evenings, I definitely have had experience of it before but it hasn’t been a consistent thing that happens every year.

[Greenworld]

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Wondering if anyone has any experience with seasonal affective disorder?

I’ve had a headache and been feeling a bit “meh” over the last couple of weeks and the only thing that’s changed is the light in the evenings, I definitely have had experience of it before but it hasn’t been a consistent thing that happens every year.

I think the very poor summer coupled with the nights getting shorter can trigger the feeling down associated with anxiety and depression.


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[Jones28]

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I think the very poor summer coupled with the nights getting shorter can trigger the feeling down associated with anxiety and depression.


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very good point, and looking at the forecast nothing is getting any better.

[CropleyWasGod]

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Wondering if anyone has any experience with seasonal affective disorder?

I’ve had a headache and been feeling a bit “meh” over the last couple of weeks and the only thing that’s changed is the light in the evenings, I definitely have had experience of it before but it hasn’t been a consistent thing that happens every year.

I struggle with SAD.

As said above, the poor summer hasn't helped. At a time when our bodies and minds are expecting sunshine, we haven't been getting it. That, for me, makes it a double whammy. It sets up negative feelings of "I'm not storing up enough Vitamin D for the winter.....", which can lead to more anxiety. It also gives us an excuse not to take as much outdoor exercise.

I have 2 tools which I use, normally from about October. I have a light-box, which I keep on as long as I can in the morning. I also take industrial doses of Vitamin D (Ultra 4000 is my go-to).

As ever, exercise is an important tool for keeping your D levels up.

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I struggle with SAD.

As said above, the poor summer hasn't helped. At a time when our bodies and minds are expcting sunshine, we haven't been getting it. That, for me, makes it a double whammy. It sets up negative feelings of "I'm not storing up enough Vitamin D for the winter.....", which can lead to more anxiety. It also gives us an excuse not to take as much outdoor exercise.

I have 2 tools which I use, normally from about October. I have a light-box, which I keep on as long as I can in the morning. I also take industrial doses of Vitamin D (Ultra 4000 is my go-to).

As ever, exercise is an important tool for keeping your D levels up.

I take vitamin D also , I found when I stopped taking them I get sluggish and tired. For me it makes a big difference.
I've increased my holidays in the winter months as well being retired helps me there mind .

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[Jones28]

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I struggle with SAD.

As said above, the poor summer hasn't helped. At a time when our bodies and minds are expcting sunshine, we haven't been getting it. That, for me, makes it a double whammy. It sets up negative feelings of "I'm not storing up enough Vitamin D for the winter.....", which can lead to more anxiety. It also gives us an excuse not to take as much outdoor exercise.

I have 2 tools which I use, normally from about October. I have a light-box, which I keep on as long as I can in the morning. I also take industrial doses of Vitamin D (Ultra 4000 is my go-to).

As ever, exercise is an important tool for keeping your D levels up.

Thanks CWG, I stopped taking vit D during the "summer" but I'm back on it now.

Exercising regularly too, I'm hopeful that its just my body transitioning and the headache/tension I'm feeling will fade away. Sleep has been a bit disturbed the last few nights too, which is probably not helpful. I've been making a conscious effort to set a routine for bedtime, reading and no screens etc but it's become quite disturbed and I find when I stop reading my mind is racing until I fall asleep, then the dreams are bizarre. Had a better sleep last night though which was good.

Any recommendations on a lightbox? I was looking at a Light Alarm Clock, some are hellishly expensive.

[CropleyWasGod]

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Thanks CWG, I stopped taking vit D during the "summer" but I'm back on it now.

Exercising regularly too, I'm hopeful that its just my body transitioning and the headache/tension I'm feeling will fade away. Sleep has been a bit disturbed the last few nights too, which is probably not helpful. I've been making a conscious effort to set a routine for bedtime, reading and no screens etc but it's become quite disturbed and I find when I stop reading my mind is racing until I fall asleep, then the dreams are bizarre. Had a better sleep last night though which was good.

Any recommendations on a lightbox? I was looking at a Light Alarm Clock, some are hellishly expensive.

I use this one:-

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/186461393386

Most of my work is from home, so I can have it on all morning. However, even just sitting with it on over breakfast will give you a boost.

[Jones28]

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I use this one:-

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/186461393386

Most of my work is from home, so I can have it on all morning. However, even just sitting with it on over breakfast will give you a boost.

Appreciated

I have cold showers most days, if not multiple times a day and always find they give me a real boost - especially if I've had a ****ty day and have one in the evenings.

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Appreciated

I have cold showers most days, if not multiple times a day and always find they give me a real boost - especially if I've had a ****ty day and have one in the evenings.

That's one of my things too , although I can only face it once a day for a short burst. Does wonders for the vagus nerve, allegedly.