SAD in the media

I hate the way the media start publishing articles at this time of year about SAD that make everyone think they have it. I also hate radio discussion programmes where the presenters go on about how it is not a realy condition etc.

And another moan.. I hate it when people say things like "it was sunny yesterday, so you must be pleased". Like one day of weak winter sunshine makes a lot of difference.

Sigh!

Oh and I had to leave SADA because I couldnt bear the newsletters that went on about how winter was coming, etc.

The very name SAD gets me down too!

Gosh this is turning into a rant.

So often, some of those bright sparks can be genuine, caring people. It's just that they have no concept of how debilitating the condition is.
Recognition seems to blight SAD. Possibly there is public scepticism that light alone could have such an effect. Because we may sense this, adopting a defence attitude follows, and we get sensitive. I share your sentiments entirely.

Hello all!

I so agree with all the above points made. Yes people think that if there is one sunny day that I must be well once again and happy (if only lol!)

Anyway, I am sitting now in front of my good ole lightbox for the first time in 2 years as last year was a total nightmare! I once again feel scared of the world out there.

One my way home from work, I had my first feeling of low sugar levels (had the shakes)since last winter. It has been raining here in Cambridge for a few days now so am wanting to start pulling my hair out with panic! Oh yes I can feel those dreaded panic attacks
starting up again.

I did try Ephedra about 3 yrs ago whic h did help but has now been banned in the USA. Its still been sold as weight loss pills on the internet but not sure on the dosage to use??? I so want to use it again as it helped with my energy levels. Athletes use it alot. You try anything if it helps you get through the horrid dark days and nights I suppose!

Take care guys, here we go once again!

Donna x