What is Light Box?
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Exposure to bright light from a SAD light therapy box is thought to alter your circadian rhythms and suppress your body's natural release of melatonin. Together, these cause biochemical changes in your brain that help reduce or control symptoms of seasonal affective disorder and other conditions.
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How do members experience Light Box?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 5 | 0 | |
| Bipolar disorder | 4 | 1 | |
| Delayed sleep phase syndrome | 1 | 0 | |
| Depressed mood | 1 | 0 | |
| Increase effect of another treatment | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Dry eyes | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 3 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Dec 15, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for symptoms worsened: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
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