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What sort of depression is S.A.D.?
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I'm reading that there are several ‘types’ of depression (eg Gilbert in “Overcoming Depression”) Is S.A.D. a genuine depression?
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Dr Simon Easterbrook-Smith
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My research interests include immunology and the mechanisms of amyloid formation. The latter has implications for people who are dealing with Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease … View Profile
There is some information about Seasonal Affective Disorder here:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/seasonal-affective-disorder/DS00195Report this post
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Dr Nicholas Bradfield
Clinical Neuropsychologist, Psychologist
Dr Bradfield is a Clinical Neuropsychologist working in private practice and in the public health system in Melbourne, Australia. He has clinical experience conducting neuropsychological … View Profile
SAD can also stand for schizoaffective disorder, which is a condition with psychotic and mood symptoms. It is very different to seasonal affective disorder.
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