Medication for Seasonal Affective Disorder
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More About SAD
SAD is a type of depression that affects millions of Americans. People usually experience symptoms of SAD when the amount of daylight shifts in fall and winter (but sometimes during the arrival of spring and summer). Symptoms of SAD can be life-altering and may include:
Changes in mood, including depressed mood
Weight gain or loss
Changes in appetite
Lack of energy
Lack of interest in activities one used to enjoy
Sleep disturbance
Feelings of hopelessness or suicidal thoughts
There are effective treatments available for seasonal depression, including antidepressant medication.
A comprehensive mental health evaluation
After you complete your online assessment, Ro Mind will connect you with a healthcare provider within 48 hours. On a video call, your provider will:
Review your medical and psychiatric history
Discuss your symptoms
Develop a treatment plan that’s right for you, if appropriate
Optimized treatment plans with medication (if prescribed)
Prescribed medication comes to your door with free 2-day shipping
Or, pick up your medication at a pharmacy of your choice
Thoughtful and ongoing provider support
Your provider will be there to offer guidance every step of the way.
Regular check-ins with your provider to discuss how your treatment plan is going
Message your provider at any time (expect responses within 24 hours during regular working hours)
Schedule up to three virtual visits with your provider per month
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
SAD, or seasonal depression, is a mood disorder that is a subtype of major depressive disorder (MDD). People usually experience symptoms of SAD when the amount of daylight shifts in fall and winter (but sometimes during the arrival of spring and summer) and may experience symptoms annually. SAD may be connected to shorter days, which generally affect how much natural light exposure you receive. This may affect your circadian rhythm (your internal clock) as well as the natural amount of serotonin (a hormone important to your mood) and melatonin (a sleep-regulating hormone) your body produces.
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SAD most commonly first presents itself when one is in their 20s or 30s. Somewhere between 4 and 6 percent of people may experience SAD in the wintertime, and up to 20 percent of people may experience milder symptoms. Ro Mind offers treatment for SAD, as well as depression and anxiety, if appropriate.
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You can do Virtual Sessions on your terms, at a time that works for you—you’ll have 24/7 access to videos and exercises.
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Ro Mind is for adults seeking evaluation and/or treatment for anxiety and depression. Ro Mind does not offer access to treatment for any conditions outside of anxiety and depression, such as bipolar disorder or any other psychiatric condition. Providers on the Ro Mind platform do not prescribe controlled substances, including benzodiazepines (such as Xanax), stimulants (such as Adderall), or opioids (such as Percocet).
You’ll take an online assessment that was developed and written by U.S.-licensed physicians and experts in psychiatric medicine. The online assessment consists of clinically-backed questions that ask about your symptoms. After completing the assessment, patients will be able to schedule a live, one-on-one video chat with a healthcare provider within a few days to talk about next steps and discuss medication options, if appropriate.
Virtual Sessions are pre-recorded, educational videos and self-guided exercises. Developed and created by accomplished mental healthcare experts, Virtual Sessions provide regularly refreshed content about a broad range of mental healthcare topics.
Ro is the healthcare technology company building a patient-centric healthcare system. Ro’s vertically-integrated primary care platform powers a personalized, end-to-end healthcare experience from diagnosis, to delivery of medication, to ongoing care. With a nationwide provider network, in-home care API, and proprietary pharmacy distribution centers, Ro is the only company to seamlessly connect telehealth and in-home care, diagnostics, and pharmacy services nationwide to provide high-quality, affordable healthcare without the need for insurance. Since 2017, Ro has facilitated more than six million digital healthcare visits in nearly every county in the United States, including 98% of primary care deserts.
Providers on the Ro Mind platform may currently prescribe one medication from a list of available medications for the treatment of anxiety and depression, if appropriate. Ro mind-affiliated providers do not prescribe controlled substances, including benzodiazepines (such as Xanax), stimulants (such as Adderall), or opioids (such as Percocet). Treatment through Ro Mind is not available for individuals with bipolar disorder or any other psychiatric condition other than anxiety and depression.