A patient diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder asks, "Will I ever feel better?" Based on an understanding of this psychopathology, the nurse's best response is
a. "Your depressed mood will probably spontaneously improve in 6 months to a year."
b. "People with seasonal affective disorder usually feel better in spring and summer, when there are longer periods of light."
c. "It's important to engage in community activities to improve your depressed mood. Activity stimulates important brain chemicals."
d. "Most people with seasonal affective disorder feel better during the fall and winter seasons as they experience the pleasure of the holidays."
B
Seasonal affective disorder is a depression occurring in conjunction with a seasonal change, most often beginning in fall and winter and remitting in spring in the Northern Hemisphere. The correct answer is the only option that reflects the information regarding the seasonal nature of the disorder.
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