MDDSP seasonal pattern

Major depressive disorder with seasonal pattern (MDDSP)... 

Major depressive disorder with seasonal pattern (MDDSP) is characterized, clinically, by a depressed mood that occurs at the same time each year, virtually every year since the disorder was first experienced. These depressive states (usually modest) are often termed winter depression since they worsen as the duration of light hours is reduced during the year. The prevalence of MDDSP is estimated to be around 5% in the USA and women are affected five times more than men. As the population is located further from the equator, more people are affected. 

For MDD with seasonal pattern (MDDSP), bright-light therapy is the first-line treatment. Fiuoxetine and moclobemide are second-line treatments. Bupropion, citalopram, and tranylcypromine are third-line treatments. 

CBT Cognitive-behavioral therapy MDDSP MDD with seasonal pattern... 

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