Can Tanning Help Those With Seasonal Affective Disorder?
A small portion of the population can be prone to SAD, or Seasonal Affective Disorder. This disorder is considered a sort of depression. Those afflicted can come under bouts of depression and low energy during the winter seasons (or even summer depending on the person).
There are numerous treatments for this condition, such as light therapy, cognitive therapy, anti-depressants, etc. Tanning could help people with this disorder as well. Though it wouldn’t be the only solution, it could help restore serotonin levels. Many patients are recommended exercise and exposure to the sun outside, so this is definitely an option.
This may or may not be related to vitamin D levels as well. Many people exhibit low vitamin D levels and energy especially during winter, so it tanning could counterbalance some of these effects.
Here is an opinion piece on the subject. Definitely something to think about when you talk to customers about your services.
