Can we prevent seasonal affective disorder (SAD) with melatonergic agents?

Zghoul T.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a recurrent form of major depression, particularly occurring in the winter months with a generally spontaneous remission in spring/summer. The predictable nature of this condition provides a potentially unique opportunity to prevent recurrence in sufferers of SAD. The Cochrane Review discussed here examines the evidence for melatonin and agomelatine in preventing SAD, putting its findings into their clinical context.

DOI

10.1192/bja.2020.25

Type

Journal article

Journal

BJPsych Advances

Publication Date

01/07/2020

Volume

26

Pages

193 - 197

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