The psychiatrist who coined the term “Seasonal Affective Disorder” unpacks what can actually help with winter woes.
, ‘SAD lamps’ as they’re commonly called, have been shown to reduce symptoms of depression, and, anecdotally, a lot of my patients really appreciate their benefits. Dr. Lam says to use a 10,000 lux white fluorescent light box with a UV filter for 30 minutes a day, usually in the early morning. Note: Just like skincare products, using these lights consistently and correctly is key to seeing results. to your space can also help improve your mood.
Barkholtz agrees and recommends really proactively socializing during this time of year. She tells her patients to establish a winter plan with others to prevent their reflex to hide out.
Dr. Moffit suggests paying attention to your sleep and eating patterns, and your schedule overall. She emphasizes trying to keep a sleep/wake cycle that is close to the same time every day, not sleeping more than eight to nine hours, and trying to not rely on carbs exclusively as your winter comfort food, which can make you feel briefly energetic, but eventually even more sluggish.
Winter may not be everyone’s favorite, but we can do more than grin and bear it every year, like trying to prepare, physically and mentally, for the dark days ahead. Finding more light is only the beginning.
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