Winter Blues Survival Guide: A Workbook for Overcoming SAD

by Norman E. Rosenthal, Christine M. Benton

If you have seasonal affective disorder (SAD), take heart. A range of effective treatments and preventive measures can help you feel healthy and productive, even on the darkest days. Yet when depression kicks in, it's tough to mobilize yourself to find and use the information you need to feel better. That's where this skillfully crafted workbook comes in. Leading SAD expert Dr. Norman E. Rosenthal guides you step by step

*Record your symptoms, such as low moods, fatigue, sleep problems, and food cravings.
*Gain awareness of your seasonal patterns--to anticipate problems before they arise.
*Determine which remedies to try, including light therapy, meditation, lifestyle changes, antidepressants, and psychotherapy.
*Keep track of what works and how long it takes for symptoms to improve.
*Spend your high-energy months equipping yourself for the times when energy is low.

By working through the book's simple checklists and fill-in-the-blank forms (you can download and print additional copies as needed), you'll create your own blueprint for greater well-being all year long. Let there be light!

See also Dr. Rosenthal's Winter Blues, Fourth Edition, which provides a comprehensive overview of SAD and its treatment.
 

Genres: Health, Self Help, Nonfiction

275 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

About the author

Norman E. Rosenthal is the world-renowned psychiatrist, researcher, and best-selling author, who first described seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and pioneered the use of light therapy as a treatment during his twenty years at the National Institute of Mental Health. A highly cited researcher, he has written over 200 scholarly articles, and authored or co-authored ten popular books. These include Winter Blues, the New York Times bestseller Transcendence, and the national bestsellers The Gift of Adversity, and Super Mind. His latest book is Poetry Rx: How 50 Inspiring Poems Can Heal and Bring Joy to Your Life. Listed as one of the Best Doctors in America, he has practiced psychiatry for over four decades, and has coached people from all walks of life. Rosenthal has conducted numerous clinical trials of medications and alternative treatments, such as Transcendental Meditation, for psychiatric disorders. He and his work have been featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, NPR and other national media.

Reviews

[Becky Bea · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well researched, informative, useful and helpful.

[S.T. · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an easy to read book with a lot of good/helpful tips, especially for someone who is new to the whole idea of seasonal affect disorder. I could have used this as a resource over 20 years ago when I was struggling to find a doctor who had a clue as to what was wrong with me.

[Beth E · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very helpful resource that was recommended to me by my therapist.
One of my biggest takeaways is that the book recommends starting to treat SAD symptoms BEFORE they start. This might be a game changer for me!

[Kricket · Rating 4 out of 5]

helpful stuff.