Northern Light Technologies Flamingo 10,000 Lux Bright Light Therapy Floor Lamp, Black, 4 Foot

I was searching for a large light therapy light, as I live in the Northeast and have dealt with seasonal mood fluctuations though I haven't been diagnosed with SAD. I also live in an apartment with very little natural light due to the small windows, so it doesn't help matters much, and I spend my workdays indoors away from natural light (healthcare). It's too early for me to say if the light will help substantially with my mood, but I will say that it's like no light I've ever owned before; this lamp has a very bright, natural feeling when it's illuminated. I feel like even on days where the weather is bad or I get home too late to enjoy natural sunlight, I don't feel like I've missed out on 'sun' when I turn this lamp on for awhile. It works great for general purposes as a floor lamp for reading purposes as well. In terms of assembly, this took less than 10 minutes to assemble and is light enough that its readily portable (though heavy enough that it feels sturdy). The price is steep, but I felt it was worth a try, especially since it works as a general lamp as well.

I love the design and function of this SAD lamp. I bought my first (same model) in 2010. It sits beautifully of the floor, is very sturdy, and I have used it positioned over my bed as well as over my favorite living room chair. I really feel this has helped me a lot with my Seasonal blues. I had read that the light should ideally come from above you, like the sun, so a tall floor lamp style was better for me than the kind that sits on a desk.After I moved house this past year, the section where the stem screws into the base broke off, but the light would have still been working, 100%. A handier person might have been able to repair it, but I was fine with buying a new one of these high quality, super bright, and effective lamps. The price has even dropped on this item since my first purchase! I feel very lucky and I really couldn’t recommend this particular model more!

I have an astigmatism in an eye and thrive when I get sunlight. That said, I felt this lamp provided great lighting, and allowed me not to strain my eyes as much because of it, while also enjoying its therapy. I sat under the lamp while studying for the bar exam every day for about a month in February (winter)! For some reason, I feel like I skipped winter that month. I don’t know if it was the lamp that helped improve my mood or the fact that I hardly ever went outdoors for the entire month. Either way, although it was an expensive buy, and it is not very cute (a little of an awkward looking design), I don’t regret buying it and will continue to use it. I gave it a four star because I don’t consider it to be a beautiful lamp. It is functional though. It’s tall, which fit my needs—it’s easy to put next to and over your working desk area or next and over your reading couch. I also like that you can swivel move the headlamp away or more directly on you.

This is a sturdy well built lamp and the light is VERY bright. The base is very large so check the measurements. But it would be great in a large space as well as a small one. Very easy to put together too, phew.

I'm not entirely sure I have S.A.D. - I did have a very rough winter emotionally last year for no apparent reason, however, but more relevant is the fact that it's physically impossible for me to get out of bed in the morning when it's dark outside. It was starting to affect my job, so I asked my doctor about using a SAD lamp after reading online that you should seek medical advice before taking such a step. He specifically recommended this lamp, and the difference was instant and astounding. It completely reset my internal clock, and now I can get up at 5:30am without any issues whatsoever! The reset also has helped me get to bed at a decent hour, instead of 12 or 1 in the morning as I was doing before. And I definitely feel more tired and emotionally low if I don't use it on a given day, so if I did have S.A.D. it has fixed that as well.It's easy to assemble, though I do recommend you follow the instructions that come with it. The base is sturdy/heavy enough that I don't worry about my cats tipping it over. I use it as soon after I get out of bed as I can by sitting on my couch & placing the lamp to my left, with the light box angled down toward my face while I watch TV for 45 minutes (the length of time recommended by my doctor). It's about 24 inches away from me in this position, which is the max distance one should have such a light. The instruction manual states that people with sensitive skin or eye conditions should use caution, but I'm extremely prone to sunburn (I take a low dose of prednisone daily, and have for 16+ years) and haven't had an issue yet. But that's just me, so definitely check with your doctor.In short, this lamp has improved the quality of my life. Yes it's pricey, but I'm too wary of "imitators" & gladly spent more money on the product that my doctor recommended to me. And I'm so, SO glad I did.

I am recently thinking about buying a second light as raining seasons seems started already. This one has been in my home for 1 and half a year, and i like the feeling the light can turn the dark room into a sunny 🌞 and bright place in an instant. I only wish the manufacturer can have provide more choices, I like its simplicity and effectiveness, but wish it can be prettier. 😹

Arrived much sooner than predicted. Lamp has made a massive difference to my SAD symptoms.

What can I say about this light other then wow! It is massively bright! In my living room dining room i just turn this light on and face it at the ceiling and it lights the entire area as if its sunny outside.For the brief amount of winter i had with it, i would plug it in on my balcony around 5 when the sun was down and it was as if the sun was shining on my balcony, it was great, i cant wait to use it during the late night summerIts not quite as portable as i would like but also understand why. The base is heavy to offset the top half but its also wide which means I cannot stick it in my office while also pulling it out to out in the living room or balcony. The main purpose was for the office but quickly found it better in other areas of the house.As for energy levels, I didnt find it increased them or changed my sleep pattern but what it did change was happiness levels and irritibility. It greatly adjusted that which in turn makes it all worth while.Keep in mind, you shouldnt be using these lights before going to sleep or around bed time as it can influence your sleep pattern. I work nights so it made sense for me to get some sort of light at night. Take into consideration your own patterns and do whats best for you when taking into consideration how much light you are intaking.Great device, 5 out of 5 for sure, portability issue aside

Helps father handle dreary and dark days.

I really like the style of this lamp, as studies show having this type of light hanging over you like the sun is best. It has a nice look and fit into my decor well