Winter depressions
Winter depression is more than just "feeling a bit down"
Winter depression has indeed to do with a quantitative change in the level of hormones and neurotransmitters in the brain which influence our levels of activity, our feelings and our well-being.
Between 10 and 20% of the population in Central and Northern Europe suffer from winter depression.
A notable characteristic of winter depression is that the depressive phases return at regular intervals, mainly in the dark seasons between October and March - thus the name "winter depression".
Sufferers experience various symptoms including (but not limited to) the following:
- lack of motivation
- depressive mood
- weight gain
- increased need for sleep
Sufferers can profit from a light therapy using the DAVITA light boxes. The healing effect of the light can be seen even within a short period of time.
An initial improvement of the symptoms of the illness can be seen within just a few days. The full effect - a sensation of ease, peace and energy -is usually experienced after approximately 2 weeks"
You feel good - and everyone can see it!
