Do light boxes really help with Seasonal Affective Disorder?

[Crystal_Lady]

I probably have Seasonal Affective Disorder. Friends have recommended using a light box yet use of these have not been proved effective by NICE. What do people think?

[boxtops]

My late aunt used to use one, and found it useful. I don't have more information but my cousin said she certainly benefitted by having one.

[rowanwitch]

Can't hurt might help

[Francis Asis]

Yes, definitely. Mine has changed my life.

[JonnyBoy12]

Would not like to say, but have heard that they are very expensive; some of them costing more than £200 each. I would ask the advice of the people in the know about this, our fellow ABers. Can anyone recommend a light box to Crystal Lady here?

[yogasun]

I know at least two people who find them indispensable. There are a lot out there now, some very expensive, some desk top variety. Can't exactly recommend one as I haven't used one.

[murraymints]

would prefer to spend the money on two weeks on a nice greek island !

[jamesnan]

Had one for about 5 years, and use it throughout the winter - certainly makes me feel a bit better even if is a phsychological thing.

[Scarlett]

You can buy 'daylight' bulbs in art shops- they are faintly blue-tinged and emulate true colours outside, so artists can judge their colours accurately. Apparently these work well and have a similar effect to the lightbox- and will be much cheaper!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk...s&hash=item43a482145c
Think you can get energy saving ones now too.

[Francis Asis]

You really need one that's 10,000 lux. Have a look at this

www.lumie.com