Psychosensory therapy and texture. Touch is a form of nonverbal communication that can have an extrasensory effect. The use of touch has been long associated with healing. For instance, acupuncture needling, an ancient practice in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and a touch therapeutic technique, deals with the insertion of needles into the skin in order to affect one’s mood and perception of pain. Reiki, a Japanese touch technique, deals with movement of hands on the body and is often used for stress reduction. Massage therapy involves kneading different parts of the body with some pressure. This form of touch therapy breaks down
Occupational therapy in the management of seasonal affective disorder available. In particular, OTs educate them on fatigue management and energy conservation, since low energy level is commonly reported in people with SAD. The two main treatment approaches used by OTs are biomedical and psychosocial. The most commonly used biomedical treatment approaches are light therapy and pharmacotherapy. Bright light therapy, or phototherapy, (Light therapy) has been used to treat SAD, with numerous studies citing its effectiveness. Light therapy is recommended as a first-line treatment for SAD in Canadian, American, and international clinical guidelines. The mood of individuals with SAD can improve with as little as 20 minutes of bright light