Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that emerges in specific seasons, typically winter. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry offers a comprehensive exploration of SAD, from its triggers to therapeutic interventions. Our expert editors curate content that provides a deep understanding, ensuring psychiatrists are equipped to offer timely and effective care to those affected by this cyclical disorder.
Seasonal Affective Disorder
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Impact of VNS on Suicidal Ideation in Markedly Treatment-Resistant Major Depression: A RECOVER Study Report
July 8, 2026
Findings suggest that active VNS reduces suicidal ideation (SI) and potentially induces SI remission among participants with chronic TRD and baseline SI.
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Featured Seasonal Affective Disorder Research
Rounds in the General Hospital
The Meaning of Monitoring to Patients and their Families in Critical Care Units
July 7, 2026
Patients and family members in ICUs frequently focus on the numeric displays of monitoring devices to feel that they are in control, rather than adrift in a helpless situation.
Rounds in the General Hospital
Communicating With Intubated Patients
July 2, 2026
Communication difficulties associated with critical illness and mechanical ventilation increase the likelihood of developing neuropsychiatric sequelae of critical illness and can worsen short- and long-term patient outcomes.
