It is 4 degrees below zero here in Denver tonight. Yes kids, that’s Fahrenheit and that doesn’t account for wind chill. The weather and a few sad clients remind me of just how many people become depressed from the cold short days and decreased sunshine. There is no reimbursement code for “cabin fever” so now the medical community calls it Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). How’s that for a fitting acronym? Kidding aside, the feelings of sadness are real and people who already struggle with low libidos are swimming against the tide. So what’s a girl or guy to do? The most common treatments are antidepressants, light therapy, and or psychotherapy. Alternatively, a free organic approach that works for many people is to get sunshine when you can find it and sit next to a bright window. Seek professional help if you need it and always remember that SAD is temporary because spring is on the way! www.doctorcannon.com
