Vocabulary
To reveal is to _____
to show, make visible
Identify one symptoms of SAD.
Fatigue, loss of energy
Hypersomnia: sleepiness during the day, reduced sleep efficiency
Carbohydrate craving, increased eating
Weight gain
Depression, Low mood, lack of interest in life, be less active, sleep more
Problems concentrating
Social withdrawal
Which treatment for SAD is recommended for further study?
Light therapy
What type of food seems to be desired by those affected by SAD?
Carbohydrates
What is an outdoor activity that you can do in the winter?
Sledding, tubing, skiing, snowboarding and sleigh ride, skating, ice-hockey, polar bear dip
An outcome is _____.
an expected result
a consequence
When the symptoms start to appear?
At the beginning of the fall and during winter.
What does light therapy consist of predominantly?
Exposure to artificial light
Does light have an impact on single-celled animals?
Yes
Who should you consult if you feel that you have symptoms of SAD?
Your doctor
Your parents
An aspect is ______.
a characteristic
a feature
a trait
Who suffer more of SAD women of childbearing age or college age men?
Women of childbearing age
What is one type of light therapy?
Light box
Work station light unit
Dawn simulator
Light visor
What usually brings on remission of SAD symptoms?
Spring, spring weather
Why would it be important to investigate SAD in Kazakhstan?
Because Kazakhstan has longer periods of darkness in winter
Many people spend less time outside in the cold weather
To assume is to _____.
take for granted
suppose that something is true without evidence
Which is factor is more important: distance form the equator or humidity?
Humidity
In the National Institute of Mental Health study did a majority of the subject continue to use light therapy?
No, only 41%
In an early study what percentage of SAD sufferers reported carbohydrate cravings?
79%
A friend has been diagnosed with SAD. Where would you recommend they take a vacation?
Some place warm and sunny: Hawaii, Florida, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Dubai, etc.
Evidence is ______.
the available body of facts, support or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid; support for a claim
Changes in how people react to light and seasons were noted during the age of what famous Greek philosopher?
Hippocrates
Light therapy seems to be related to what type of timing?
Circadian
What chemical seems to be related to light in all animals, human included.
Melatonin
A friend has been diagnosed with SAD and complains that he/she has gained weight. What suggestion could you give him/her?
Limit the consumption of carbohydrates
Find an outdoor winter sport to participate in
Exercise more
Go to the gym