Can self-diagnosis pose a health risk?
Self-assessment tools such as screening can be helpful because they educate people about the signs and symptoms and may motivate them to seek treatment. But a diagnosis can only be made with a professional, medical opinion, and this is the safest, surest route to health and wellness. Does stress play a role in aggravating symptoms? Stress is always aggravating to physical and emotional illnesses. Does caffeine play a role in aggravating symptoms? Excessive consumption of caffeine can disrupt the bodys systems and can cause insomnia. Are people who suffer from year-round depression more susceptible to SAD? It is unclear if people who suffer from year-round depression are more susceptible. However, people who suffer from bipolar disorder do tend to be more susceptible. What areas of the country have the highest occurrences of SAD? The areas with the highest latitude and least amount of daylight hours have the highest occurrences of SAD. Are they any foods that can aggravate symptoms? Mos
