Seasonal Affective Disorder - Dr. Dayna Jones

In this episode, Dr. Sharon's guest is Dr. Dayna Jones, a clinical psychologist from South Florida who shares insights on Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). They explore the difference between SAD and general depression, common symptoms, diagnosis criteria, susceptibility factors, and effective treatments such as therapy, medication, and light therapy. The discussion also highlights the importance of self-awareness, geographical influences on SAD prevalence, and the critical need for continuous support and professional help. Dr. Jones emphasizes the significance of proactive measures and self-advocacy in managing mental health.

Dr. Dayna Jones is a licensed clinical psychologist in South Florida. She is the owner of Jones Psychological Health Services, LLC. As the sole psychologist in her private practice, she works with adults suffering from mild to severe psychological distress. Dr. Dayna began her career with a master’s degree in child adolescent clinical psychology in 2006 and thereafter worked with people suffering from schizophrenia as a mental health clinician. From there she worked overnight providing crisis intervention and involuntary hospitalizations for Bergen County, New Jersey. She later decided to go back to school for a second master’s and doctorate so that she could gain more knowledge and experience to start her private practice. She worked throughout her educational endeavors, mostly with severe mentally ill populations. Dr. Dayna made it a point to gain exposure to the various levels of care in the field of psychology to enhance her knowledge of the human experience from diverse lenses. She’s committed to her clients and has an unwavering desire to assist and guide them toward their optimal living experience.