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Light Therapy (Phototherapy) Directory
Light therapy, also called phototherapy, is essentially using light to encourage healing. It is used for depression, sleep disorders, and skin problems. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how light therapy works, benefits and risks, and much more.
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Seasonal Depression (Seasonal Affective Disorder)
Do the bleak winter months drop you into a depression? Maybe you have seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder or SAD. Find out more from the experts at WebMD.
Phototherapy for Psoriasis
Phototherapy, or treating your skin with specific kinds of UV or laser light, can help with psoriasis, eczema, and atopic dermatitis.
Psoriasis Treatment Strategies
There are a variety of treatments that can be used alone or in combination to manage psoriasis symptoms.
Treating Newborn Jaundice
Learn about the treatment of newborn jaundice from the experts at WebMD.