Bright light therapy for bipolar depression
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- Bright light therapy for bipolar depression. We used to recommend light therapy for people with bipolar disorder with caution. The reason for caution was that the light could trigger a manic episode in some people. With further research, we now see that light in the middle of the day (instead of the morning) improves bipolar depression.
In this video, I show we how light therapy is used to treat the depressed phase of bipolar disorder.
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This is one of the most informative channel on mental health. I will be looking forward to a video on social anxiety disorder.
Thank you so much. I definitely plan to do video on social anxiety. Thanks for the reminder.
I have light therapy all over my house helps my energy. I have ibs narcissistic abuse.
Thank you for making the best mental health videos on CZcams, Dr. Marks!
Such a great channel.
Last summer, you helped me get my health anxiety under control.
I have continued to watch many of your videos because I have become fascinated with mental health, and you have shown me so many solutions to problems I see in people in my life. Thank you!
I love this woman's videos.
I have bipolar 2 and I've noticed that Christmas lights have a positive effect on my depression. I've definitely noted that it is the lights and the more colorful the better. Effects lasts several hours.
My 29 year old son is in Mania he doesn't realize it and binge watching your videos to find what's the best thing to help him right now I don't want to get him on medication again I'm his legal guardian because he fights me on medication he's a top athlete he works out all the time I believe the oxygen to his brain is not getting there also My Hope Is Alive that I can help him manage this and eventually it will go away right now I just want to help him manage it he's having these insecure thoughts of people don't like him they're jealous of him is horrible right now there's no faith is going to lead me to the right answer thank you for your videos❤❤❤❤
Oddly enough, I have found that the days I decide to get up and do my makeup in my bright lighted mirror which takes 20-60 mins depending on effort. I feel much more energized and let’s say up rather than low that day. This is very interesting to think about. Thank you.
Thanks so much, again i should say. Your my go to ekstra Dr. :) It worked well for me when I tried it last year, even without the windshield size. To the degree that I stopped after 3 days, felt a little hypo. Got scared but I am happy I have this option, especially in the wintermonths in Norway. (dark at 3pm) Now I will go slower :) Loooove your channel! Anne-Lise :)
This was super helpful- I haven’t found a whole lot of sources that speak to how to use light therapy specifically for BP!
Thank you. Looking forward to a review of light boxes :)
You’re welcome Diane.
@@DrTraceyMarks Is that video out yet? Couldnt find it anywhere. Thank you in advance.
Always good information! 🎉
Thank u...I needed this
Once again, thank you!!
You're welcome Aragoncharm! 🙂
Hi, doctor. I was recently diagnosed bipolar. I first realized I was bipolar after watched one of your videos. My psychologist told me that is gonna take me around a year to figure what kind of bipolar disorder I have. I would like to see a video about what to do once you are diagnosed, what changes? How to accept it? What is waiting for us after the diagnose? Thank you.
That's a great video topic. Thanks for the suggestion. I'll work on it.
I just discovered your channel yesterday and I love it! You have an awesome approach to these topics and you're very likable. I especially loved the video you did on Bipolar and Impostor syndrome. It came at a good time as I have been having many difficulties with that lately. If you have the time and interest, would you be willing to ever do a video talking about prodromal phases of psychosis or schizophrenia spectrum disorders? Is it possible to remain in a prodromal phase with many symptoms yet never become fully psychotic (or if in bipolar, never acutely psychotic outside of mood episodes, but still experiencing residual, mild psychotic symptoms?
Hi Ben. I'm glad you discovered me. Maybe I could do a follow-up video on prodromes. I talked about the manic prodrome but there is a general prodromal phase for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia which is just symptoms that precede the full-blown illness. I have a schizophrenia video coming next week. So stay tuned for that and then see if that answers some of your questions.
@@DrTraceyMarks Thank you so much for responding! I would find that kind of information very helpful. :)
Hi Dr. Marks,
Thank you so much for this video. Did you by chance ever make a video reviewing different light boxes?
Wow, I hadn't realized I came to this conclusion by my intuition alone. At some point I realized using the warm lightbulbs most people generally use in a house, I'd feel icky, sleepy, and more depressed. I realized I prefer the bright daylight bulbs instead, so I use those in my room where I work. It makes me feel more alive, awake, and cheerful. I also just like that it makes everything a bit more bluish. I just don't feel cheerful when my walls have that yellowish hue.
Same with me.. i prefer bright light so I can feel energy in my body
Awesome and very helpful video that gives hope! I actually have a big 10000 Lux Philips lamp. It is a bit old, but I will try this again. I did not know I should do it mid day. I did it early in the mornings with no effect, I only got nauseous, and pain in my eyes as I stared straight info the light. I did it wrong three years ago. Mid day is much better, since I work mostly evening shifts and usually only sleep in the mornings. I hope this light therapy will help with ultra ultra rapid cycling bipolar depression as well. I will start testing it tomorrow. Great tips and video!🌞💡 Thank you so much!🌟🌼
Hi Paynes. You're welcome. Please let me know how it goes using it mid day.🙂
Another great video! I received a light therapy lamp for Christmas and wasn't sure if the protocol for someone with bipolar would be different, so I was a little uneasy to use it. (My psychiatrist didn't seem to be very knowledgeable about it, despite being the one to recommend getting one lol) I'm going to start using it and see if it has any benefits. Thanks so much! Your videos are so informative and I always learn something new 🙂
I'm so glad Lisa. The midday protocol for bipolar disorder is relatively new. So that might be why your psychiatrist wasn't able to give you specific recommendations. 🙂
Did it help you?
Is there any reason why bright lights might make me really tired and lethargic instead? I know this is normal with sunlight but I find the same is true even with artificial bright lights, even those which are not designed for therapy. Thank you so much for all of your videos! There’s so much I would never have even known to ask my psychiatrist/therapist about.
Thanks awsome video!! ... can you make a video about “signs you should quit your job” for me it is difficult to separate my mental illnesses from reality and lately I’ve been feeling melancolic all the time specially at night and in the morning just before I go to work ... I don’t want to make a bad decision. Maybe it’s my job ... maybe it’s just me.
Hi Rosa thank you so much. It will be hard for me to do a video on signs you should quit your job because there's a lot of variables that play into that. I don't know that I could generalize it to apply to most people. The closest I get to talking about this is in my burnout video if you haven't seen that. I talk about having a poor fit with your job czcams.com/video/nKI03ncN374/video.html
@Dr. Tracey Marks When considering a light therapy device for SAD or unipolar depression should one try for one with light that casts down at you ? I saw both a Carex table lamp and floor lamp on Amazon . But can other ones work too like a Verilux Happy Light for someone who can't use a standing lamp ?
Hello, I’m lucky enough to be set with a job in the behavioral health field that allows me time in the afternoon for an hour lunch break. Can I substitute bright light therapy for a walk in the sunshine, or just outside, daily?
In theory you can use sunshine. The catch is that it needs to be good exposure to the sunlight and not in the shade or covered by clouds. If you've got nice open exposure, you should be good.
Great doctor
Question: My husband an daughter has major depressive disorder so how do you use this light for this kind of depression. I found out that this is good for this kind of depression also. Thank you
An I found a you tube video own red light therapy what is it used for. And how do you use it.
Dear Dr. Marks, would 10min of light therapy on a cloudy winter morning still be risky for a bipolar patient?
Hi Dr Marks. Thank you for your fantastic videos! You provide information in such a digestible manner!
I want to try wake and light therapy for dysthymia. I have a question. I live in South Africa, so the equipment is not as readily available as in other countries. What are the lighting options if I can't find a light box? Can I rely on apps or other household lights? Many thanks in advance.
Thanks you Jeanine! Sunlight is a substitute if you have easy access to it at the times you need it. For dysthymia you would use the light in the mornings, Preferably within 30 minutes of waking. If you have early morning sunshine and a good window you may be able to just use the sun. Otherwise it really should be a device that delivers 10,000 lx. I don't know what's available in South Africa. The one I use is on Amazon, but maybe it's only a US-based Amazon store? I don't know if there are any apps that deliver 10,000 lx. This is the light in the video Carex Daylight amzn.to/2Sy6zcg and this is one that I like a little better Delonix light box amzn.to/2H3Esjb You can see if they show up in the South Africa Amazon store and if they are compatible with your light outlets.
@@DrTraceyMarks Thank you so so much! I found one on Amazon that ships to my town. My studies are nearly complete for clinical psychology, so I am really excited to try this. The equipment will hopefully also be beneficial in practice. Again, your effort means a lot. Psychiatric consultations cost a pretty penny, and rightfully so. Here's to preserving humanity!
I can't find the video that reviews the different light box options. Could you please link to it? Thank you!
I have BP2 and I have been currently languishing for the past few weeks and feel myself slipping into a depressive episode. Several weeks before that I was flourishing for the past several months and was discharged by my psychiatrist. I just bought a light therapy lamp and have been using it when I wake up in the morning for about an hour. Does the time of day really make a difference? I dont feel comfortable bring the lamp to work and using at my desk. The most convenient time is in the morning with my coffee and wordle.
I know this is an old video, so you're likely not going to see this, but I have a question. I counsel patients all day, so having light therapy 12-2 is not feasible for me. Can I do it a later time of the day without adverse effects? I go to bed about 11, so would it be too late to do it at 6 when I get home?
Thank you for your videos. Very informative! Do you have any advice for weight gain and bipolar meds?
Thank you Taylor! sometimes the weight gain comes from increased cravings. If you can recognize this is the problem, perhaps trying to find low calorie options the snack on Or drinking more water to satisfy the need to put something in your mouth. Some people say intermittent fasting helps reduce cravings for them. And sometimes it's not how much you're eating it's just the medication itself adding weight. In this case it may require changing to a different medication that should have less tendency to cause weight gain. This is something you could talk with your doctor about other options that would be appropriate for you.
@@DrTraceyMarks Thank you for this information! I will definitely take it into consideration moving forward.
I have just started to use a light box for my low mood and depression. I'm Bipolar.
I moved into a basement flat last year and not much natural light gets in.
Can you tell me if it is ok to use a light box as you would a regular lamp to make a room brighter or should I just stick to it for light therapy?
Btw, I'm a new subscriber to your channel now because what I've seen of you so far puts the 'professional's' I've been seeing over the years to shame !
Hi Jim. Thanks for subscribing. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. You could use the lightbox to provide light for the room but you don’t want to look directly at it. So you may want to turn it to face the wall or a corner so that it reflects light off the wall. You might find that even if you bounce it off of the wall that it may be too bright and harsh.
Is it possible to be a a person who nevery has high energy. I fight to have enough energy. My doctor says since the antidepressants don't work, I might have bipolar depression. I never have highs or energy to stay up all night. I can get irritable with antidepressants, but I think that is from increased anxiety. I get more depressed on anti depressants.
I don’t know which light to buy for seasonal depression. Does anyone have recommendations of which one will work best? Thank you in advance
my set up is odd. I'm disabled and confined to bed most of the time. I got a light and the only logical place for it is above my head. It's a foot away but technically it's behind me. I can see it just fine when i glance up, no need really to even move my head. I'm also vey sensory sensitive and having the light this close is straining my eyes. Does it work if I wear tinted glasses? I have a blue/green tinted pair and a pink pair that I wear - would those defeat the purpose? Is it even helpful at the angle I have it?
I have the white light glasses and philips golite blue light. Does it affect me if I am on a Medication that says no sun light due to DNA damaging effects of Sun please comment?????
Can you make a video on high-functioning anxiety and whether or not it has to be treated?
Hi Sam. We all have some level of anxiety that comes and goes with situations. That's normal to have an anxious reaction to something that is threatening. It becomes a disorder when it's chronic and may not be triggered by anything specific. People with anxiety disorders know when it's more than normal anxiety. You may want to take a look at my anxiety playlist where I talk more about anxiety. goo.gl/nv5JHJ
What about light bulbs for light therapy that you can put in home lamps?
Hi Dr. Tracy. I’m currently going through a break up. I felt like I was doing really well with the help of therapy and medication. I knew my relationship wasn’t doing to well but this shocked me. He said he no longer wanted to be my emotion crutch. He was fed up with even the littlest things now. I felt like he’s just given up on me. This is making me slip back into my depression. How do I keep letting my depression hurt the people I love?
Hi Deanne. That's a big question to answer. That's the kind of question a therapist would help you work through. But I will say depression distorts your perspective on things and you may do or say things that are destructive to a relationship without being aware of the impact that has on the other person. A therapist working with you can help you troubleshoot these situations to see how you can do things differently next time.
I was desperately looking for this! I have rapid cycling bipolar disorder and I think over the years of sessions and meds (I take 800mg lithium everyday and during depression I am prescribed to add quitipin sr) I can control the intensity of my moods better now. But I still can't function because generally my each mood cycle lasts for 15-20days followed by the other mood. So for the first half of the month usually I'm manic and in the last half I get intensely depressed. I have BPD which made things really worse for me followed by OCD and PTSD of let's not talk about that. I've been journalling and also did courses on self CBT and DBT to aid my treatment and I'm always up for learning more. However, something that nobody talks about is the exclusive issues with rapid cycling bipolar. During mania I sleep barely for 3 hours in a few days (I even stayed up 3days without sleep and had to force myself to sleep), During depression I sleep on average of 20 hours (this month my record was 29hours and I also had to get hospitalized a few times for dedydration due to oversleeping before). because of this contrast in literally a month frame, I can't settle down with a routine at all and every progress I start it falls apart for this rapidly fluctuating sleep needs. I live in an underdeveloped country and my therapists never encountered someone with bipolar before let alone with the other comorbidities so it's hard for them too (I have tried other therapists too but my condition is really rare for the doctors here) and I can't afford to seek for international treatment. I started light therapy following the pdf from one of your videos and it did help for a while but everything is changing so fast in my body I can't keep up! If you could make a video on this explaining why rapid cycles happen and what to do, I'd really be grateful!
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Hello Dr. Marks! Thank you so much for your videos! I wanted to ask if you could give us some help for partners who are in a relationship with a bipolar person. For example what if the person doesn’t realize they need help, maybe in short moments they do but mostly reject to seek help. What are the moments when a person realizes that they need professional help?
Also I would like to ask how being with a bipolar person can effect a relationship. Is it likely that if after years of no professional help, also the partner starts to suffer from depression because of navigating the partners up and downs?
I would really appreciate if you have time to touch on those topics!
Thank you very much!
Lena
Hi W.L. Thanks for the request - you're not the first to want to hear about this. I haven't made a video on this because it's a very difficult situation when the person doesn't see the need for help. There's not one or two things everyone can do because it's a very individual situation. The situation makes everyone feel helpless, even the doctor.
Yes a person can get situationally depressed when you have been struggling and dealing with difficult situations in your home. Let me see if I can come up with something that offers practical solutions (instead of just talking about the problem)
Dr. Tracey Marks thank you very much for your response! Yeah it is difficult, I’ve been searching for resources, and hear that most of the time the situations escalate to the worst until a person realizes they need help. So having practical solutions to navigate the situation as a partner would be really helpful. Thank you!
Watched this video several times. I'm curious if this helps with CPTSD
I tried 10 minutes within an hour of waking up and it gave me mania, will switching the timing to the middle of the day reduce the likelihood of the light triggering mania?
Dr Marks,
I looked online for the full spectrum lighting white light therapy SAD therapy etc. 10,000 LUX I found them but the largest screen I can find is 10 x 6 ? And there are about $50 I was considering picking one up because I used to use my tanning bed yeah I know I’m asking the wrong person I’m Italiano I like my tanning bed I have a 7 foot 3200 W tanning bed 220 V that we bought Used from a salon that one out of business I absolutely love this tanning bed but you mentioned not to use or maybe you mentioned UVA and UVB rays are not needed but I remember when I used to use it many years ago I didn’t get depressed in the winter ❄️ And here it is winter and I’m having a terrible time with depression this year I think it’ll do the job what are your thoughts 💭 Dr Marks?
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This is the one I use in the video Carex Daylight amzn.to/2Sy6zcg I think it's about 13x10 (that's an affiliate link) But, the 10x 6 may still be sufficient. The bigger the better, but that's only a little smaller.
Is this better for mood than getting regular time in the sun? I’ve heard that summer can trigger mania for some people because of all the sunlight people are exposed to.
This is just more controlled. you can use it on a rainy day and you don't have to position yourself in unobstructed sunlight. But it's not better than natural sunlight. Yes it's true that there is a wave of springtime mania because of the increase in sunlight.
Hello, I wanted to know : Is light from computer screen enough if I go on google image or something and search for a big white image, or only "true" light works ? I think I will try it even if I go out a lot so I get light from the sun
Sunlight would be the next best thing. In fact sunlight is better, it's just not always controllable. computer screen light is not powerful enough unless you have a computer that delivers 10,000 lux of light. You probably don't because it's hard to look straight into that much light.
I am not sure if this is a psychiatric related question per-se, but I have a very odd response to strobe lights. I get this sensation all over my body of lightness and a very strong sense of euphoria when I am in a room with strobe lights. Similar to that of smoking marijuana but not quite that either. Is this a normal response? What can cause this to happen?
Strobe lights can trigger seizures in some people. I’m actually not sure what the mechanism is behind that but perhaps your experience is just a less extreme reaction but related.
I need to ask a very important question please since you're a professional.
Question#1
Have you have any information own Bright Light Therapy for people with Seasonal major depressive disorder.
I no they where doing a study own this. An since you're a professional in this type of area I was a hoping you have heard up dates own this an what the out come is with Seasonal major depressive disorder a bright light therapy.
My husband has Seasonal major depressive disorder an is own depressed medicine. But I wanted to know any updates own Bright Light Therapy for this disorder an if so how to use with someone who has Seasonal major depressive disorder.
I all ready have a bright light therapy box that is recommended for bipolar. But can it be used for Seasonal major depressive disorder.
Question #2
Own turmeric & depression
Will this help with depression as well. An can it be taking with like other depression medicines an is there any medicines can interact with this spice. An if it can be taken with pressure medications or any other medications you may be taken how long with it take to see the results useing this spice. An how much an how often do you take this.
Thank you all so much
Hi! After listening and watching your video several times (diagnosed w/BP1 and w/ extreme anxiety and panic attacks), I bought a Light therapy pad (it is by Tress Wellness). My problem is that I still do not understand how to really use it. The pad has four different light settings. I am not the smartest person in the world, and some times I get lost and can't focus on the simple things. Can you please give me some extra help?
Hi Charleene. I took a look At the lamp you purchased and it looks like the highest setting is the 10,000 lx. So that's the setting you want. For bipolar depression (not mania) you want to use it in the middle of the day (between 12-2pm) starting with 15 minutes at a time for 1 week. Then week 2 do 30 minutes. Week 3 -45 minutes, week 4- 60 minutes. if you feel much better with the 30 minutes, then stop there and don't go up to 45 minutes. Once you feel better, you can continue using it each day for several months up to one year. You probably don't need to do it that long though, but that's just to let you know you can continue it for a while after you feel better. If you stop after a couple of weeks and then start slipping back into depression and start again. But if you restart, start back was 15 minutes. It's important to slowly increase the light exposure. Of course if you start feeling manic with less need for sleep and feeling sped up, stop using the light and let your doctor know you're getting manic. Also stop using and if you have the adverse effects that I mentioned in the video like headache or eyestrain. And don't look directly at the light just have it shining on your face where the light hits your eyes but you're not looking at it. There's really not much else to it. Let me know how it goes for you.
I don’t know why 45 min has a line through it but I didn’t mean for it to.
Can you put links for the lights?
Dr. Marks, do you have any thoughts on light therapy glasses like luminette, re-timer, or pegasi?
No I don't. This is the first I've heard of them. This does go against the idea of the light being at a certain distance from your eyes. But maybe they've worked out that it's okay to be that close.
Thanks Dr. Marks
Best brand is Verilux Happy Light 10,000 lux. I have the Verilux Happy Light Touch works AMAZING
That's great to know. I've heard good reviews on that one. Thanks for sharing.
Question how does a person who has major depressive disorder how do they use the light therapy for there depression. My husband has this an I know they was doing a study own light therapy for major depressive disorder. An he works going in some times at 7am,11am,3 pm 4pm 6pm 7 pm an work until 11 to 1:30 at night so how does he go about doing this. He's own depression medicine as well but don't help completely. I want to help him fell a lot better. I've a light therapy I've gotten an it's a Carex day light sky natural and effective bright light therapy with brightzone technology 10000 lux. I purchased this one off of eBay. Is this a good one to use.
Bright Light Standards. 🌞🌞Daylight sky🌞🌞
☑️ Design based on University clinical trials
☑️ 10,000 LUX outdoor leavel at a comfortable distance
☑️ Emits balance white light for eye safety
☑️ Broad field of illumination for easy use
☑️ 99.3% UV filtered protection
☑️ Glare-free diffuser for visual comfort
☑️ Adjustable height for optimal positioning
☑️ Projects light from above for best effects
Two settings
10,000LUX or 5,000LUX
UV Filter
99.3%
Color temp
4,000 Kelvin
Light tubes
2×55 watt compact fluorescent
Hight
Max: 27.25in/69.2cm
Mid: 26.25in/66.6cm
Min: 25in/63.5cm
Enclosure size
13.69in × 10.38 × 2.75in
26.2cm × 35.2cm × 7.2cm
Is this a good one
And I also have another question. I myself have bipolar an schizoaffective. An my youngest daughter has been diagnosed with major depressive disorder. I know she can end up eventually getting what I've as well. My comsense is telling me not to do bright light therapy as a major depressive disorder own her but do her as if she has all ready have bipolar just in case trying to keep her if she has bipolar from keeping her from getting kicked into an early onset episode of bipolar correct. An she is 13 an will be home schooled this year due to covia19 outbreak. An will this help her anxiety as well even more an her sleeping to. Can you please make a video touching base own both of these topics please thank you.
I have a friend with bipolar type I , his mood typically crashes in January/February. It is dark at that time of the year where we live. This year he ended up in the hospital after a suicide attempt. They are completely re-working his medication, I wonder if they've thought of bright light therapy. I think I will ask him.
I hope it's helpful for him.
I hope you make videos bipolar related to alcoholism... pleaaaaaassssee
Thanks Melissa. Addiction is out of my lane. I may mention it here and there but addiction treaent wouldn't be something I would focus on
How about sun exposure can y do video on that
I realize this is an off topic question because it doesnt relate to the video but I was curious if you know the best way to explain mental Illnesses like depression to family members who don't understand? A lot of people and parents are uneducated about it and just assume that therapy is for loonies and that people cant have depression unless something traumatic has happened to them. I just want to explain it in a way for them that is simple and they can grasp without getting frustrated and blaming their kid for their symptoms please
Hi Paige. I have an older video where I talk about how depression is an illness and not weakness. You might want to take a look at it for some ideas on what to say to family members. czcams.com/video/vYR9JPztdn4/video.html
But I generally tell people that the brain is an organ just like your liver and kidneys. Your brain controls how your body functions as well as your emotions. If it does not function correctly, you can develop an emotional problem just like you can develop diabetes if your pancreas malfunctions.
For how long my room is very dim
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Will this help with sleep much better than be put own medicine to help you sleep. If so how to use an what kind to get. 🤔
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100th comment. What do you think about red light therapy?
I must be different because my depression is usually easier to treat than my mania, however I don't take the typical drugs that would treat mania. Lithium orotate is my mood stabilizer. I think what it is is that natural and alternative remedies have fewer things that treat mania and more things that treat depression. And that's why I will never be without at least over the counter sleep medicine,and I'm not committed to never taking medicine I just don't feel the need for it.
Can this help with recurrent depression disorder. Thanks so much😍
Yes light therapy can help with unipolar depression, but you don't need to do it mid day. You would use it first thing in the morning within 30 minutes of waking up.
Thanks so much
Not saying for anyone to do this but I was doing some light tanning for a trip and it’s really seem to lessen my bp depression. Only saying that I need to look into the light therapy. When I’m depressed I rarely go outside and get any kind of light.
The tanning lights just might have delivered the same LUX of light as the lights designed for this. I glad it helped anyway.
Right. I’ve always been skeptical of light therapy but I think it may help. I’m in so many meds and stay depressed so I’ll take anything that will help
Yayyy at last... likes... Light Therapy in detail... yayy...
Yay! Not everyone gets excited about this. So I'm glad you do.🙂
I forgot the type of therapy my psychologist told me about!! It’s where you watch a movie type thing and they measure your brain scans when you watch it. If you know what I’m talking about help me out girl! Love u btw!
Thanks mad s! it sounds like your psychologist is talking about either neuro- feedback or biofeedback.
Dr. Tracey Marks thank you so much
12 x 17 inches is quite big though, I can't find any lamp this big on Amazon
I have. 5 x 7 picture frame type lamp that I got from Amazon. It works pretty well.
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Couldn't someone just sit in the sun and get the same effect?
Yes you can if you can control the timing, not have cloud cover or any other kind of bad weather.
Would a tanning bed be considered bright light therapy?
I think a tanning bed a couple times a week helps too
That's good to know Raquel. You look good and feel good all in one shot.🙂
Raquel Correa I agree!
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Bipolar (mainly mania) vs BPD
I did a video on this topic In case you didn't see it czcams.com/video/MLl4b9726wA/video.html
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Major depressive disorder
Own the light therapy the white or red light therapy to help with major depressive disorder to get the best out come in helping with the depression an mood. An how long will it take to start seeing improvement. An how to use with this disorder. I know they done a study on major depressive disorder with bright light therapy an knowing you are a psychiatrist dealing in this area hopefully you can shed some light in this. Thank you
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I dont really know if I have bipolar or not. I am 13 years old girl and following are my symptoms.
1) I am always hiding my emotions because nobody understands me not even my own parents
2) I daydream a lot. Even right now when I am writing this I am struggling to come out of my imagnary world
3) I feel motivated for no reason and sometimes I feel demotivated for no reason
4) I cant rest I dont know why. I keep walking the whole day
5) I have racing thoughts or you can say too many thoughts in my mind
6) In past I had depression because my parents were abusive they still abuse me but not that much. I got abused by my ex too who told me to play on road so that a car hits me and I die he really hates me a lot. The day when he abused me I started trying my best to come out of depression and I was successful.
7) sometimes I feel very good and then suddenly I start feeling bad for no reason
8) I am irritated and annoyed by everyone
9) sometimes I get so annoyed and then suddenly I feel normal
10) I cant act normal. This is difficult for me to explain but I actually try to act normal but I have to tell you I am not normal at all. When I am alone I do things that a normal person dont do (such as laughing,crying or getting scared for no reason and changing moods)
11) I talk to myself a lot
12) sometimes I self harm myself for no reason but that happens very rarely
13) my parents tell me that I dont act normal sometimes while I feel normal.
14) I keep chaging myself and my interests. This includes my personality too I change my habits a lot too and then for no reason I switch back to my old habits.
15) I forget things easily.
16) I cant concentrate
17) I don't know how to socialize properly I have no social skills because since I was a kid my parents locked me at home I could only go to school but I rarely met my own relatives
18) sometimes I get angry often the other times I don't get angry at all
19) I dont live in America I live in Pakistan and I am a girl. Life here for a girl is difficult my country has been ranked as the world,s second most dangerous for women and I hate being a women because my life is totally meaningless
20) sometimes I suddenly become interested in different topics then I leave them after a while well this is actually good because its the reason why I know about so many things that other don't
21) I think very deeply and act mature than my age some adults said that I might become a philosopher when I grow up but I think I will only become an idiot.
22) one thought never leaves my mind which is "humans exist but humanity does not dont expect kindness from anyone" this thought sometimes makes me hate everyone.
23) sometimes I hate myself then I suddenly start loving myself for no reason...
24) I dont know what I want from myself some times..
Honestly I hate living like this...I cant even tell anyone how I feel.
There's a lot to sort through. Maybe you could start by talking to your school counselor.
Why don't you mention daylight?