I've never been diagnosed w SAD, but do suffer from debilitating anxiety and major depressive disorder. Will this help MDD or just SAD?
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I do not suffer from debilitating anxiety so I cannot respond to that. However, my sense of depression has lessoned when I used this light. I can now tell when I have not used it for several days.I wish you well as you explore relief from your symptoms.
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I have major depression and when I use the light I feel better within 10 minutes. I feel it helps this and it gives me good energy. I would not use it more than 45 minutes at one time nor after 2-3 in the afternoon, it may keep you from sleeping well.
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Studies have shown that people with SAD improve more than people with MDD/increased depression in the winter months. However everyone improved. Google "470nm Depression", you should find a NIMH research abstract
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Not that I've notice, but I've always struggled with my weight. I took a saliva test with my Dr. who told me that my adrenal glands were not functioning properly & they recommended them.
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Anxiety and depression often go hand in hand, and improving mood helps one cope with anxiety better. Also, the necessary stilling for twenty minutes to relax in front of the lamp can itself be calming and reduce anxiety. I would give it a try if I were you (I am a psychologist who often recommends SAD lamps, as well as using one myself).
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I am'not using this product. It did nothing for my symptoms at all. I would recommend a Doctor visit for relief.
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If you are new to the product, you should check out the truehope website first. If I recall, you should start with a "loading dose" that is far higher, for several months, than the "maintenance dose" that people settle down to once their symptoms improve AND they have made changes (almost always lower - under doctor's supervision of course) in their prescription meds. These are no minor details if you or a loved one are suffering from a mental health condition. I would not experiment with this on my own. The web site offers phone and internet counseling to help, and I believe that is part of the higher price charged by them for the same stuff when you order it off their website...hope that helps you and anyone else reading this!
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I would certainly try it and see how it goes. I have used it for all sorts of anxiety provoking things with my pets like even going to the vet.
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I have tried them all and prefer the drops in water....it seems to work faster and longer. I also think it's helpful to follow it up with the Hornbean formula to get working on whatever is creating the anxiety.
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No. I don't think this is meant to replace prescriptions drugs. But You may find some relief after a few weeks of use. But if you have a history of anxiety/depression try to find a doctor that can test you for DNA mutations such as MTHFR. Testing your MTHFR you will be able to treat anxiety and/or depression from the root cause.
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I apologize for being so slow. In process of moving. I have chronic neuropathic pain, from general wear and tear on joints, as a complication of cerebral palsy, and being almost 50 yrs. old. Crutches can cause alot of pain as one ages, from everything from bad falls to....you name it. I don't have DDD, but my wife does. She says the patches help more w/ the muscle aches associated w/ ALL this stuff, and the actual DDD pain is lessened some. ANYTHING you can find, short of illegal is worth a shot to me. I won't touch a narcotic unless in hospital. Hope this helps...TD.
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To be honest I am not a Doctore to diagnoise anything. This helps speed up muscle recovery and soreness but I am not sure if that helps with chronic pain. Probably depends on what is causing that pain. If you want to order it and try it out then go ahead. If he doesnt like it I can issue a refund.
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If it does, I have not had that experience at all. So far it has helped with mood swings.
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I'm not sure but I bought it for SAD and love it. I use it in the morning and I feel better. Hope this helps.
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Marguerite, surgery is always one of those things you need to run by your doctor I think....the only thing I can share is that I have degenerated discs in my lower back and had a LOT of pain but using this as directed, I have found my pain to be almost non existent most of the time. This cream works on inflammation and does a superb job of helping with pain....but again, I defer to your doctor's suggestion. Hope you find something to help you - this has been a wonder product for me.
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Yes I have used to help with this , I have RLS and it does help I used on the large muscles in my legs on a very low setting and it seems to calm the RLS about 80% of the time , hope this helps you
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emotional stability isn't protected under the ADA. go read the law for your own protection. (ptsd, anxiety, depression are all covered. call it an emotional stability dog and out you go.) just fyi
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Chris S.: I have been using this for a few months now and personally I feel it does work. My experience has been with addressing a panic or anxiety attack already in progress. I begin to tremble when I realize I've lost control. The spray helps me regain that control and sense of ease instantly. I spray, take a couple breaths, and feel better right away. The negative energy is immediately neutralized and I am able to think clearly and continue with life. I have tried it many times since I was skeptical and thought maybe it was all in my head, but it works exactly the same and it works immediately each time. I've never used it and felt that it wasn't working. I think it is a great tool to have in a pinch.
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Yeah, it will definitely help. Remember, we have a 100% money back guarantee if you're not happy so try it out...you'll love it!