Do Light Therapy Lamps Actually Work?
Seasonal depression is real and light therapy can boost your mood and health if done correctly.
Light therapy lamps often look like small flat screens that emit a bright light. As the days get shorter and the sun sets sooner, some people may feel sluggish, unmotivated or "off."
According to a 2024 study by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), 40% of Americans say their mood worsens in winter, with more women (45%) affected than men (35%).
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Seasonal depression is real and light therapy can boost your mood and health if done correctly.
Author's summary: Light therapy lamps can help with seasonal depression.
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