bright light therapy

[paix]

Hello!

I know that bright light therapy is dangerous for bipolars. However, it seems that it can also be used effectively to help persons in depression. (https://psychcentral.com/lib/light-t...olar-disorder/) Is there anyone who have tried this therapy or have information about it?

Thanks!

Paix

[paul m]

Hello Paix. Thx for posting the article. Bright light therapy is used by several people with bipolar that I know and with good results.Others can't use it as it does drive mania for them. I suspect that it's like taking an antidepressant for some of us. If I take any kind of anti depressant than am going to have a manic episode in a very short time, so I don't take them. With one exception, if I can't get out of my depression I will take wellbutrin for 4-8 wks. But I have to be careful as it can springboard me right through stable, I only do this when other methods fail and with the consent of my doctor.

So Bright light therapy may affect some people with bipolar more than others . Many health plans cover all of part of SAD lamps. I am including a link to a company, not because I have and connection to that company , but they do have a lot of good information about SAD lights. Also if wander through their site you will see they even provide a sample letter of what your doctor may need to send to an insurance company to get it covered. Even if you don't buy from them, take a look at the site for the free info. Take Care. paul m http://northernlighttechnologies.ca/

[paix]

Like Always Paul, I thank you for taking the time to answer my post and your detailed answers.