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An Open Trial of Morning Light Therapy for Treatment of Antepartum Depression
Morning light therapy for depression during pregnancy: an initial trial
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Abstract
After 3 weeks of treatment, mean depression ratings improved by 49% in pregnant patients with major depression.
- Morning bright light therapy was explored as a novel treatment for antepartum depression.
- Improvements in mood were assessed using the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale.
- Benefits of light therapy persisted through 5 weeks of treatment.
- No adverse effects of light therapy on pregnancy were observed.
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