Most people have heard of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), in which people suffer from depression or other mental health issues during the winter. But many other people are finding that they suffer from similar symptoms in the summer as well. If you suffer from any form of seasonal depression—or if you experience mental health symptoms all year round—ketamine therapy might be a great option to help you feel better.
SAD and “Reverse” SAD
Seasonal affective disorder is a condition in which people begin to experience symptoms of depression from the late fall until the spring. Although no one knows the exact cause of SAD, it is believed that the lack of exposure to light with subsequent drops in serotonin and melatonin levels have something to do with it. Symptoms of SAD include low energy, changes in sleep patterns, losing interest in favorite activities, and difficulty concentrating.
In the summer, some people suffer from what is sometimes known as “reverse SAD.” For these people, getting too much sunlight rather than not enough can trigger depression symptoms. In addition to symptoms associated with regular depression, sufferers from seasonal depression in the summer might notice weight loss, poor appetite, or trouble sleeping.
Ketamine Therapy for Depression
For people suffering from wintertime depression, light therapy, in which the patient exposes themselves daily to a light box, can help. For all types of seasonal depression, the methods used to treat regular depression, such as talk therapy or antidepressant medications, can be helpful.
Another option, particularly for those patients who have been resistant to other treatments, is ketamine therapy. This innovative therapy is effective in up to 70% of patients and offers rapid relief from symptoms. It is safe and, unlike antidepressant medications, non-addictive. If you can’t shake the winter (or summer) blues, ketamine therapy might just be the answer.
Contact Bluewater Psychiatry
If you’re suffering from depression—in any season—Bluewater Psychiatry is here to help. Among our many services, we offer full-service ketamine therapy for depression. Fill out the form below to find out more about this safe and effective option and begin taking charge of your life today.