title: Seasonal affective disorder.
abstract: The authors claim psychiatric mental health nurses, particularly those in private practice, must recognize symptom patterns of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) so that appropriate treatment, including holistic modalities, can be instigated. Using a case study presentation, the authors describe the disorder and atypical phototherapy treatment.
authors.forename: F K
authors.initials: FK
authors.lastname: Bushnell
authors.forename: V
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: DeForge
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010789:Phototherapy; D011568:Psychiatric Nursing; D016574:Seasonal Affective Disorder / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy