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Lead Stories: March 21, 2010

SAD: More than the Winter Blues

Posted February 28, 2008 at 06:00 PM by Courtney Albon

Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, Her News

Most people tread a little lighter when the sun is out, and find it easier to sleep through their alarm when it’s cloudy and cold outside.

The 4-6 percent of the population that suffers from seasonal affective disorder (SAD)…

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Women in Darkness [Part II]: Seeking a Solution

Posted December 2, 2007 at 01:00 PM by Katie Drummond

Section: Her Health, Special Features

Last week, we introduced you to Margaret and Amy, two women with very different stories about their struggles with clinical depression – an illness that affects millions each year. Both chose medication to address their condition, but are there other options? And…

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Shedding Light on SAD [Part II]

Posted November 27, 2007 at 02:00 PM by Shannon Martin

Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, Special Features

Yesterday, senior writer Shannon Martin offered insight into the causes and symptoms of SAD, or Seasonal Affective Disorder. Today, she gives the facts on treatment.

The good news is that there are many ways to treat and prevent…

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Shedding Light on SAD [Part I]

Posted November 26, 2007 at 02:00 PM by Shannon Martin

Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, Her News, Special Features

The days are getting shorter, and for many women, that can mean the onset of SAD - Seasonal Affective Disorder. In Part I of a series on this health issue, which strikes between 4 to 6 percent of Americans each…

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