Saturday, September 30, 2006

Overcome Your Winter Depression

Connie Limon has written Overcome Your Winter Depression and writes "In North America, it is estimated that 50 to 60 percent of the population is affected by winter depression. There is a broad spectrum of symptoms that arise, from a change in sleep patterns and weight gain, to overwhelming suicidal thoughts and the unfortunate results. This means about half of the people you know are depressed in the wintertime!

Wintertime depression is most common north and south of the equator. People who live near the equator have a very low incidence of winter depression. The reason for this is they live where there are enough daylight hours to avoid triggering the hormone imbalance that causes depression. What matters is the length of the day (daylight hours), not the weather. Depression in the winter is called “Seasonal Affective Disorder.”

People who live in northern climates suffer because of the seasonally shortened days. Just as trees lose their leaves when the days shorten, people lose their happiness. People who live where the days shorten seasonally are victims of the brain's chemical reaction to lesser hours of daylight..

If you live in a climate where daylight hours are shortened there are a few things you can do to help overcome Season Affective Disorder.

You can use light therapy to extend the hours of daylight in your day. Light therapy is the most effective depression treatment known. Sit near a small bank of lights for a couple of hours each day.

You need a fixture that will hold four foot long fluorescent bulbs. Buy the best 'grow' lights. The kind that is best for plants. They are the closest match to the spectrum of sunlight. Do not use standard fluorescent bulbs. They are too green and will actually drain the energy out of you. Research shows the best time to treat winter depression with light therapy is early in the morning. The best time is probably the first task of the day. You could sit quietly near the lights to read uplifting material before you begin your day.

In addition, try to following tips:

• Stick to a daily routine.

• Go to bed on time so you can do your light therapy first thing in the mornings.

• Try to avoid annoying people.

• Arrive at work early. Plan your day. Make a list of what you want to accomplish and check things off as you accomplish them.

• Save challenging projects for when you are not fighting winter depression.

• Decide that the weather not affect your mood. You cannot change the weather.

• If the weather is bad, allow a little extra time to get to work. Accept the weather as it is and move on.

• Improve your health. Eat healthier foods.

• Exercise. Walking is one of the best exercises for depression. It is nearly impossible to think bad thoughts while you are walking briskly.

• Drink plenty of water.

In conclusion, don’t give up on yourself. If you still feel bad after you have done the entire above mentioned, yell for help! If you can’t talk to your family or a friend, talk to your personal physician. See a nurse in a clinic, or a psychologist. Do not keep your feelings inside. There are all kinds of help for people who suffer from any kind of depression.

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Author: Connie Limon. Please visit us online at: http://www.selfimprovementbook1.com We are an article and resource directory all about self improvement. We offer you articles and resources to help you accomplish your goals in self improvement.

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Wednesday, September 27, 2006

Natural and Alternative Solutions for Defeating Anxiety

Jason Rickard has written Natural and Alternative Solutions for Defeating Anxiety and writes "Natural and alternative medicines are practical ways to control anxiety. There are many different alternative ways to treat anxiety naturally, without having to take medications. Every individual must find what suits them best. Some people combine more than one therapy with another, and this is a good idea which you may want to look into.

One of the most common natural methods for dealing with anxiety is visiting a psychiatrist on a regular basis. These professional can help you find the cause of your anxiety, and will give you advice on what you can do to eliminate it, if not control it. With a disorder like anxiety, it is always a good idea to have someone who you can talk to. And not just anyone is qualified for this, possibly people with experience who have fought the disorder and maybe someone who knows exactly what you are going through. Be aware some people may try to help, but they could make things worse without knowing. That is why it is highly advised that this be left to a psychiatrist..

Another natural way for dealing with anxiety is through controlled breathing. Slow, long and deep breathing can help you calm down tremendously. In Chinese medicine, breathing is said to be the bridge between the conscious and subconscious mind. The reason is because breathing is the only activity which takes place unconsciously that can be consciously controlled. When you fill your blood with excess amounts of oxygen, by taking in long deep breaths your heartbeat will begin to slow down gradually, and you will come back to your calm. This is one of the most powerful methods for controlling anxiety and an investment in this can go a long way in healing this disorder.

Acupressure is also a great way for dealing with anxiety attacks. As the word suggests, it is similar to the Chinese form of healing, acupuncture, but instead it mainly makes use of applying pressure to the hands, and sometimes to other parts of the body such as the feet and elbows. This form of healing is completely natural, with no side effects and yields instantaneous results, which is the number one reason for its popularity. Acupressure activates the free flow of energy in the body, and helps in healing disorders such as anxiety and stress.

The above mentioned methods for healing and controlling anxiety are amongst the best natural alternatives. It would be a very wise investment into your life, and highly advised that you seek further knowledge about the above mentioned methods.

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Tuesday, September 26, 2006

Disturbing Facts on Anxiety Attacks

Jeanette Pollock has written Disturbing Facts on Anxiety Attacks and writes "The most intriguing truth about anxiety attack that once it is triggered, the entirety of the person's life may be changed…forever.

Anxiety attacks cause one of the most complex and fastest effects that may occur in human body. This condition is experienced with an overwhelming sensation of uncontrollable dread, which may somewhat border around the terrible experiences of being seriously ill, or the expectance of death or getting awfully nuts.

It's effects do not stop there. Drastic changes will occur in the body's major organs more specifically the heart, the lungs, intestines, kidneys, stomach, eyes, bladder and the largest muscle groups..

All these combined may not even be accomplished by the serious injuries induced in the body or the most violent poison that may enter to it.

These reactions will then send a message to the brain to release a cascade of hormones and stimulants which is the main fact why when under an anxiety attack, the person feels mixed sensations that are characterized mainly by the impulses to get out, hide and flee.

Because of an overwhelming "imagined threat", the immediate response is to take oneself away from being hopeless and trapped. It really doesn't count if the threat is real (though the rational mind is conscious that it there are no genuine threats yet it seem not able to do something against his sensations).

Panic may be the result of a trauma towards an accident, a crime or the likes. However, the medical community is certain that stress may be one root cause why people develop anxiety attacks. Other resources assert that childhood experiences may reveal the link.

People who are most susceptible to developing anxiety attacks are those who are overly perfectionists, reclusive, socially avoidant, excessively anxious and unreasonably fearful. Heredity may play some vital roles though.

As we have noted earlier, once the attack commences it will linger on until some effective cure is found. What keeps it worse is the constant fear of the anticipated attacks. As a defense mechanism, people will try to devise means to restrain from doing activities or involving themselves into instances and places which may bring back memories of the attack or which they expect that anxiety attack is most likely to occur. In effect, sufferers will enclose themselves into comfort zones where they are fairly secured.

Although many cases are recorded in medical history, varying levels of the medical community still often confuse the condition with other ailments and disorders that are somehow closely intertwined with anxiety attacks. This is primarily because anxiety attacks imitate symptoms of other conditions, which for many years have caused too much misdiagnosis.

In some cases, anxiety attacks mimic a condition completely like with cases of hypoglycemia, hyperventilation syndrome, complex partial seizures along with others. In some instances, it follows the symptoms of disease like asthma, vertigo, angina, hypertension, hiatal hernia but only in parts.

Nearly all anxiety attack sufferers believe that they are seriously ill. Thus, they are noted to go from one physician to another only to find that their case is not thoroughly understood even by the experts themselves which they typically confuse with panic.

1/3 of American adults desperately needs rescue from this death-threatening condition. When will it be rendered? No one knows exactly. But rest assured that even at this very moment, people are working towards searching an efficient treatment of the disorder.

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Monday, September 25, 2006

Fear and Anxiety - 3 Simple Remedies

Curtis G. Schmitt has written 'Fear & Anxiety - 3 Simple Remedies' and writes "Fear and anxiety are the enemy of healthy relationships, personal development, business growth, and physical health. They can sour any experience in life. They are what stop you before you even start. But there are powerful, yet simple remedies you can begin using immediately to overcome your worst anxiety and fears.

1. Move Your Body

Sustained physical activity like exercise increases blood flow, improves alertness and mental acuity, and reduces muscle tension. It increases serotonin levels (low serotonin levels have been linked to depression). It also tends to bring your focus to the present moment, away from any anxiety-producing thoughts about the past or future. And regular exercise improves self-esteem by giving you a feeling of progress, growth, and being in control..

The Surgeon General concluded that exercise "reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression and fosters improvements in mood and feelings of well-being." (Source: http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/sgr/adults.htm)

Recommendation: If 30 minutes of exercise three times a week seems too challenging at first, start smaller. Begin by walking a few minutes each day. Park on the far side of the parking lot and take deep belly breaths as you walk into the office or store. And interrupt those intense moments of anxiety by doing 30 seconds of jumping jacks or jogging in place.

2. Experiment, and then Examine the Evidence

How many times have you felt afraid to do something, and when you eventually did it, it wasn't anywhere near as scary as you imagined?

Anxiety and fear are often the result of unrealistic or exaggerated scenarios that we play over and over in our heads. But the only way to find that out is to test them.

For example, if you're anxious about talking to strangers because you imagine they'll be rude to you, test it out. Go to a bookstore, introduce yourself to one of the other customers, and with a smile ask them how they like the book they're reading. Don't push the conversation longer than feels comfortable, but pay attention to how friendly or unfriendly the person is, and compare that to your fear.

On the other hand, if you have anxiety about flying, getting on a plane to test out your fear might be too big a step for you. In that case, find someone who flies every week for business and ask them about their experience. Are they afraid? Why not?

Recommendation: If your anxiety or fear centers around a thought like, "If I do A, then B will happen," test it out. Bring a good friend with you so that they can support and encourage you.

3. Practice Gratitude

Gratitude is the antidote to fear. It's impossible to experience both fear and deep gratitude at the same time. But if that's true, why don't people just focus on everything they're grateful for whenever that get afraid or anxious? Because of something called mood-dependent memory.

Mood-dependent memory means, basically, that the mood you're in influences what memories you have access to. So when you're sad for example, you tend to only remember other times when you were sad. That's why when you're afraid or anxious, it's so difficult to remember things you're grateful for.

For this reason, it's especially important to practice gratitude when you're in a good mood. If you make gratitude a habit then, it will be there when you need it most.

Recommendation: Write down 5 things you're grateful for each day. They can be big (your loving spouse) or small (the delicious apple you just ate). Keep this list with you and review it when you're feeling anxious or afraid.

Copyright 2006 Curtis G. Schmitt

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Saturday, September 23, 2006

The Causes of Anxiety Attacks

Jason Rickard has written The Causes of Anxiety Attacks and writes "For different people there are different causes for anxiety attacks. It is important that we identify these causes so that we can battle them away.

Most often people get anxiety attacks for reasons they do not know. They suddenly begin to feel agitated and nervous. At the same time they lose concentration in whatever it is they were doing, and the cause as to why they have these feelings, seems to be unidentifiable.

One of the most popular causes reported by many anxiety patients, is that a prolonged working pattern, and especially with computers later on leads to anxiety disorders. To combat this, the regular work pattern must be broken. This is the exact reason why regular breaks are made compulsory, for those who have to work such repetitive tasks..

Another possible cause for anxiety is losing our body control. When with company, the mere thought of losing control and the embarrassment that would follow by having an anxiety attack, triggers anxiety. This nervousness will slowly build up and will eventually grow to become an anxiety attack, and the reality of the attack will lead to a further magnification of the situation. Avoiding such thoughts can be difficult, one of the easiest things to do is to make yourself occupied and busy, this can hopefully make you forget.

Trauma from a past life can also be a cause for anxiety attacks. There are many cases where victims of anxiety usually have a history which leads them to this disorder. For example, a break up in the family of a growing child can have a lasting damaging effect on the child’s life later on. In the future this traumatic even would eventually develop into anxiety and depression in the person’s life.

If you look at the way many anxiety patients behave and observe them even closer as well as the behavioral patterns of their parents, then you would notice many similarities. Ninety percent of all cases usually come from a parent that suffers from anxiety disorder. This has led to the wide belief that anxiety may run in family genes, even though many agree that the family environment, a person grows up in plays the bigger role in this cause.

These are some of the many causes for anxiety disorders. Every person is unique so in order to deal with anxiety, it is best advised that you seek help from a medical professional. In this way they can help you identify the underlying cause of your anxiety and give you sound advice on dealing with it in the future.

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Friday, September 22, 2006

Steps You Can Take To Help Manage Depression And Anxiety

Sandy Sizemore has written Steps You Can Take To Help Manage Depression And Anxiety and writes "Depression self help is an option that you have. First off, it is incredibly important for you to seek out the necessary support for your condition. Both depression and anxiety are serious conditions that should not be left untreated. But, there are various degrees of severity offered by them. In some cases, depression self help is not an option. This is very evident when it comes to the treatment of a severe case in which you are thinking about or have attempted suicide. Then, depression medicine is the best way to go at least from this point.

Understanding Your Options

What many that experience depression do not know is that they do have the ability to explore depression self help options. You do not have to be heavily medicated if you do not want to, unless you are in a very severe case or are suffering from manic depression symptoms. So, what can you do? Here are some things that have been found to help..

· Alternative treatments for depression include supplements of herbal products. There are many products that offer help from anxiety as well as from depression. Products made from high quality ingredients can be helpful. Purchase these only from reputable providers of quality foods.

· It is necessary for you to realize that depression self help must focus on your own feelings about yourself. One way in which you tackle your condition is to realize that things may not be as bad as they seem. The negative thinking that is overtaking your mind is not something that is your fault, but part of your depression, a true illness.

· Do not expect yourself to just wake up and the depression is gone. The fact is that even with the best anxiety and depression treatment, they can linger for a very long period of time.

· Avoid making life decisions that will affect you or your loved ones when you are feeling depressed. You should seek out the help of those that know and love you for additional help here or postpone decision making until after your depression is lessened.

· Practice depression self help treatments such as yoga and meditation. These can help the body to regain a tranquil feeling and will ultimately provide you with a bit of healing. Acupuncture is another traditional treatment of depression that you may find help from.

· Do not set goals for yourself that are too challenging or that provide you with a high level of responsibility. Putting too much pressure on yourself can lead to worsened symptoms of depression. Do not set yourself up for failure.

· Physical activity is good for the body and the soul. If you get outdoors and do the physical things that you used to enjoy, you will work on restoring your health. Depression self help can include putting yourself into situations that you are familiar with and once loved.

Depression self help can and does help. Remember that if you are in severe depression that you should seek out help from your doctor. Even if you do not want to take depression medicine, he or she will help you to find alternative treatments for depression that really will help you.

Sandy Sizemore writes on many consumer related topics including mental health. You can find manic depression symptoms and the natural remedies for depression and more by visiting our mental health website.

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Tuesday, September 19, 2006

Why Psychological Treatment Methods for Depression Can Work Better Than Antidepressants

Tess Thompson has written Why Psychological Treatment Methods for Depression Can Work Better Than Antidepressants and writes "Millions of people who are suffering from depression are currently taking antidepressant medication in an attempt to battle the condition. Oftentimes, doctors are quick to prescribe the medication -- in fact, many times, it's the first thing they do after diagnosing a patient.

One of the keys to understanding and treating depression is understanding what antidepressants really do: they tackle the symptoms of depression, not the roots. In many cases, psychotherapy and behavioral therapy are much more effective in treating depression and preventing relapse than medication is. Antidepressants can be useful, especially in cases where the symptoms are so intense that it prevents the patient from receiving any other kind of treatment. But even in those cases where major depression treatment is needed, antidepressants alone are rarely enough to permanently battle the condition -- they are just an effective way to temporarily relieve the patient's symptoms enough to allow him/her to receive proper treatment..

Antidepressants are used to treat chemical imbalance in the brain, but what many do not realize is that the chemical imbalance is usually a symptom of depression and not the cause. Even when treating the symptoms, antidepressants can be highly unpredictable. In one third of the cases, the medication is effective; in one third, it is partially effective, and in the remaining third, it is not effective at all. In many cases, even when the medication is working, the side effects are so unpleasant that the patient elects to stop using it. Also, antidepressants are not meant to be taken permanently. When a patient stops taking them, he/she is likely to relapse.

Depression is often better combated without any medication at all. Psychological treatment methods for depression -- especially certain kinds of psychotherapy -- have proven highly effective in treating the condition permanently. Good counseling will break down each patient's cycle of depression and help the patient identify unhealthy behaviors or thinking patterns and teach him/her how to change them. If there is a particular event that triggered the depression, counseling can help the patient work through that as well.

Some herbal remedies can be a good complement to therapy by helping to naturally relieve some of the symptoms of depression. St. John's Wort is generally considered to be one of the most potent natural remedies for depression, and is so effective that it outsells prescription medications in some markets. Other popular choices for treating depression naturally include ginko biloba and passion flower.

In all cases, depression should be treated with the help of a professional. However, the more responsibility you take for learning about your condition, the better you'll understand your options, and the more participation you'll have in deciding which treatment is best for you. Remember to allow time for whichever treatment option you choose to take effect, and to speak up if you are uncomfortable. Eventually, you will find your path to better health.

Tess Thompson is a Homeopathic Practitioner, Reflexologist, Certified Aromatherapist, and Herbalist who contributes regularly to Native Remedies - where you can find All Natural Homeopathic and Herbal Remedies for treating depression naturally and natural remedies for depression.

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Saturday, September 16, 2006

Getting Anxious Over Anxiety Depression?

Barry McDonald has written Getting Anxious Over Anxiety Depression? and writes "A lot of people who are exerting too much of their brain power usually exhaust not only their physical strength when engaging in various multi-tasking activities, they also tend to over extend their brains up to the point when it plainly needs some good old time for relaxation. A lot of busy people who seem to cannot fathom the idea of relaxing and taking time of from work, as well as their worries, tend to actually start having nervous breakdowns, anxiety depression and all sorts of mental illnesses that can cause a person's sanity to go haywire, fortunately, if you're one of those poor unfortunate ones who are unable to distress and is constantly worried and fussing over things, there are actually available cures and various treatments for treating anxiety depression.

Anxiety depression is actually characterized by all sorts of irregularities and erratic behavior from the person who is suffering from it, this is usuallu due to certain stress triggers that may tend to easily cause a person undue jitters and stress. Also, a lot of people who tend to get easily nervous over stressful activities are actually prone to having anxiety depression, its just a matter of being strong-willed when it comes to facing difficult and stress-prone activities. It may be pretty hard to overcome at first, but trying to be calm and cool in times of extreme pressure is what'll actually save your mental health from going totally downward spiral..

When it comes to effectively curing one's self from a mental illness, one must keep in mind that you have to be actually honest with yourself and assess what kind of depression or mental illness you actually have, go to reputable psychiatrist to get yourself diagnosed correctly as well as be able to get the right depression treatment for yourself. Here are the various types of depression:

Manic or Bipolar depression - characterized by sudden and extreme changes in one's mood wherein one minute he or she is in an elevated state of euphoria while the next minute (day or week) he or she is feeling to be in a personal hell.

Postpartum depression - characterized by a prolonged sadness and a feeling of emptiness by a new mother wherein physical stress during child birth, an uncertain sense of responsibility towards the new born baby can be just some of the possible factors why some new mother go through this.

Dysthimia - characterized by a slight similarity with depression, although this time, it's been proven to be a lot less severe, but of course with any case, should be treated immediately.

Cyclothemia - characterized by a slight similarity with Manic or Bipolar depression wherein the individual suffering from this mental illness may occasionally suffer from severe changes in one's moods.

Seasonal Affective Disorder - characterized by falling in a rut only during specific seasons (i.e. Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall) studies however, prove that more people actually fall in to a rut more during the Winter and Fall seasons and lastly, Mood swings, wherein a person's mood may shift from happy to sad to angry in just a short time.

But the type of depression that has actually been proven to be quite common among people is anxiety depression, which is actually characterized by the state of being overly anxious about things. Anxiety, a supposedly normal behavior that'll actually help a person adjust more to a certain stressful activity like first date jitters or a grueling exam the following day. Anxiety actually helps you get psyched up towards facing certain "difficult situations"; anxiety therefore is actually a good thing. Anxiety depression however, is simply the opposite, not to be easily dismissed as a "case of the nerves"; Anxiety depression is in actuality an illness that can be caused from the biological makeup of an individual, or in other words, a hereditary illness.

Also, there are actually various types of Anxiety depression, each having its own unique characteristics. Take for example Generalized Anxiety Disorder or GAD, this kind of Anxiety depression is a lot more complicated than the average Anxiety depression, in spite of possibly being a day-to-day habit for those who suffer this kind of Anxiety depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder actually makes the individual quite more paranoid than usual, anxiety attacks are more frequent, even absurd at times. They can even be anxious even when there's no apparent reason that calls for them to behave in such a way. People suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder actually shows a lot of symptoms, from lack of sleep, to being unable to relax, getting tired easily, cannot concentrate on what they're doing and even suffering from depression. This kind of Anxiety depression is still curable; just a little work will actually do the trick.

Consult a reputable cognitive behavior therapist who'll help give the individual the therapy that he or she needs to help him or her loosen up, also prescribed medicines are sort of a must to help these individuals battle anxiety attacks, help them calm down and relax.

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Saturday, September 09, 2006

Fighting Child Depression Naturally

Pam Brown has written Fighting Child Depression Naturally and writes "Unfortunately, the symptoms of depression in kids may not be too evident therefore, as a parent, is important to be vigilant and watch for symptoms such as social withdrawal, irritability, apathy, sleep and eating problems, lack of interest in activities that were enjoyed in the past, chronic fatigue and deterioration in schoolwork, which can be an indication of sadness and depression in children.

Childhood depression can be caused by a number of things. There are plenty of conditions in which the mentality of a child is just not ready to deal with. This makes them more vulnerable for depression than adults that undergo the same level of stresses.

Causes of Depression in Children

** Stress. Believe it or not, stress is one of the largest problems. Children have not learned how to handle stress and it is likely that they will not be able to unless they are given the necessary help. Too much to do at school, home, extra curriculum courses and a part time job can all lead to depression..

** Family conflict. Children do not blame others for their family's problems; they turn the blame onto themselves. If mom and dad are fighting it must be because of something he did. This type of worry can turn into depression quickly.

** Learning problems and emotional strain are two more things that can lead a child down the road to serious depression.

** Parents that are depressed. Those children that only see and witness depression are going to use that as their means as well of dealing with life. In fact, it can be a learned behaviour in some cases.

How to Treat it?

Now that you know the possible causes of children and adolescent depression, take a look at a few things that can be done.

In many occasions and depending on the severity of the case, doctors will resort to only treating teens and younger children with psychological therapy. Also, there are medications that can be given to a child for depression, like Prozac, but there are risks associated with taking this type of medication. Warnings have been issued about suicide potential during treatment with this prescription drug.

On the other hand, fortunately there are some natural remedies for child depression. One of the most common and most beneficial methods for treating depression is through the use of an herb called St. John's Wort.

The British Medical Journal has found that the use of this herb to fight off depression has been just as beneficial to some as that of anti depressant medication. St. John's Wort is one of the natural remedies that can help fight depression.

There is another safe and effective herb that can help a child recover from depression. To learn more about this visit: natural remedies for child depression.

About the Author
Pam Brown is an editor at yourbodycanheal.com. To learn about natural treatments for depression in children visit: natural remedies for child depression. To obtain a FREE guide to Healing Foods and Herbs visit: http://www.yourbodycanheal.com

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Friday, September 08, 2006

Getting Anxious Over Anxiety And Depression?

Mark Webb has written Getting Anxious Over Anxiety And Depression? and writes "A lot of people who are exerting too much of their brain power usually exhaust not only their physical strength when engaging in various multi-tasking activities, they also tend to over extend their brains up to the point when it plainly needs some good old time for relaxation. A lot of busy people who seem to cannot fathom the idea of relaxing and taking time of from work, as well as their worries, tend to actually start having nervous breakdowns, anxiety depression and all sorts of mental illnesses that can cause a person's sanity to go haywire, fortunately, if you're one of those poor unfortunate ones who are unable to distress and is constantly worried and fussing over things, there are actually available cures and various treatments for treating anxiety depression.

Anxiety depression is actually characterized by all sorts of irregularities and erratic behavior from the person who is suffering from it, this is usuallu due to certain stress triggers that may tend to easily cause a person undue jitters and stress. Also, a lot of people who tend to get easily nervous over stressful activities are actually prone to having anxiety depression, its just a matter of being strong-willed when it comes to facing difficult and stress-prone activities. It may be pretty hard to overcome at first, but trying to be calm and cool in times of extreme pressure is what'll actually save your mental health from going totally downward spiral.

When it comes to effectively curing one's self from a mental illness, one must keep in mind that you have to be actually honest with yourself and assess what kind of depression or mental illness you actually have, go to reputable psychiatrist to get yourself diagnosed correctly as well as be able to get the right depression treatment for yourself. Here are the various types of depression:

Manic or Bipolar depression characterized by sudden and extreme changes in one's mood wherein one minute he or she is in an elevated state of euphoria while the next minute (day or week) he or she is feeling to be in a personal hell.

Postpartum depression characterized by a prolonged sadness and a feeling of emptiness by a new mother wherein physical stress during child birth, an uncertain sense of responsibility towards the new born baby can be just some of the possible factors why some new mother go through this.

Dysthimia characterized by a slight similarity with depression, although this time, it's been proven to be a lot less severe, but of course with any case, should be treated immediately.

Cyclothemia characterized by a slight similarity with Manic or Bipolar depression wherein the individual suffering from this mental illness may occasionally suffer from severe changes in one's moods.

Seasonal Affective Disorder characterized by falling in a rut only during specific seasons (i.e. Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall) studies however, prove that more people actually fall in to a rut more during the Winter and Fall seasons and lastly, Mood swings, wherein a person's mood may shift from happy to sad to angry in just a short time.

But the type of depression that has actually been proven to be quite common among people is anxiety depression, which is actually characterized by the state of being overly anxious about things. Anxiety, a supposedly normal behavior that'll actually help a person adjust more to a certain stressful activity like first date jitters or a grueling exam the following day. Anxiety actually helps you get psyched up towards facing certain "difficult situations"; anxiety therefore is actually a good thing. Anxiety depression however, is simply the opposite, not to be easily dismissed as a "case of the nerves"; Anxiety depression is in actuality an illness that can be caused from the biological makeup of an individual, or in other words, a hereditary illness.

Also, there are actually various types of Anxiety depression, each having its own unique characteristics. Take for example Generalized Anxiety Disorder or GAD, this kind of Anxiety depression is a lot more complicated than the average Anxiety depression, in spite of possibly being a day-to-day habit for those who suffer this kind of Anxiety depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder actually makes the individual quite more paranoid than usual, anxiety attacks are more frequent, even absurd at times. They can even be anxious even when there's no apparent reason that calls for them to behave in such a way. People suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder actually shows a lot of symptoms, from lack of sleep, to being unable to relax, getting tired easily, cannot concentrate on what they're doing and even suffering from depression. This kind of Anxiety depression is still curable; just a little work will actually do the trick.

Consult a reputable cognitive behavior therapist who'll help give the individual the therapy that he or she needs to help him or her loosen up, also prescribed medicines are sort of a must to help these individuals battle anxiety attacks, help them calm down and relax.


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Mark Webb is the author of How To Be a Great Partner and founder of Partner Focused Relationships™. Sign up for Mark Webbs Relationship Strategies Ezine ($100 value). Just visit his website at http://www.powerfulrelationshipadvice.com or http://www.therelationshipspecialist.com.

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Thursday, September 07, 2006

Acupuncture for Depression

Acupuncture for Depression was written by George Archer and he writes "Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing system that has been found to be successful in effectively treating different type of health conditions. It is believed that this form of treatment is about 2000 years old. Earlier acupuncture was not very widely accepted as a form of treatment in the west. Extensive research and studies were done on this and acupuncture has been found to be effective in curing many diseases. The World Health Organization or WHO has recognized more then 40 types of diseases that can be effectively cured by acupuncture. Acupuncture can successfully cure depression besides several other mental disorders.

The discovery of acupuncture as a form of healing has an interesting history. It was discovered when Chinese warriors were in the battlefield during war. The injured warriors reported that the earlier pain and diseases that they were experiencing had lessened considerably or in some cases cured to a large extent. Based on this the ancient medical practice of acupuncture was discovered by ancient Chinese people..

Depression is a mental disorder that is increasingly affecting many people all over the globe. In the United States about seven percent of the population experiences depression at some time or the other in a given year. Among the seven percent of population less than twenty five percent receive proper treatment for the condition. It is very important for the public to be aware about the depression, its effects and types of treatment for the condition. Alternative medicine like acupuncture has been found to be efficient for treating depression.

Depression can have several severe consequences on the health of a person. This is a health condition that not only affects the person suffering from the condition but also adversely affects the personal and social life of that person. Also everyone around that person also gets affected due to depression. Acupuncture can happen to any person belonging to any gender at anytime due to several reasons. However some studies have indicated that women are more vulnerable to depression then man.

The first step towards treating depression is identifying the depression trigger points in the body. Remember if you are seeking acupuncture treatment for depression; always seek treatment from a registered acupuncture practitioner. If your acupuncturist is not medically qualified, you can end up incurring several other health conditions. Do not make any compromise on your health regarding this. This is related to your health and well being and no amount of risk is worth taking for this.

Acupuncture treatment is based on the fact that two opposing forces are present in the human. One is the active and masculine force known as yang. The other is the passive and feminine force known as yin. For the human body to function normally it is very important to have the perfect balance between these two opposing forces. Any amount of imbalance can make the human body susceptible to various health conditions.

Treatment result of Acupuncture for depression can vary from person to person. This can be due to many conditions. Some of the conditions that can affect the treatment process are lifestyle, actual extent of the condition, diet and other habits of the individual. Take care to undergo the complete course of the treatment; and do not leave it mid way. Acupuncture for depression can be very effective if done in the right way through professionally recognized acupuncturist.

About the Author
George Archer has a Master degree in acupuncture and herbology. He works for shenmedicine. Many people have been successfully treated with his expert advice. To get rid off your disease through acupuncture, make an appointment with George at http://www.shenmedicine.com

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Wednesday, September 06, 2006

Anxiety Attacks

Eddie Tobey has written Anxiety Attacks and writes "When one suffers an anxiety attack, physical symptoms manifest in the form of rapid or irregular heartbeat, stomach problems, sweating, headaches, body tension, fatigue, shaking, sleeping problems, chest pain, and other physical symptoms. Emotional symptoms include a feeling of anxiety, irritation, fearfulness, isolation, self-consciousness, fear of dying and nervousness.

Anxiety attacks come without warning and usually last for a few hours. The distinctions between general anxiety that can produce symptoms that are chronic and long lasting are distinguished by the sudden onset and length of the attack.

There are different types of anxiety attacks including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) that manifests with symptoms like headaches, stomach problems and fatigue. OCD (obsessive compulsive disorders) are characterized by thoughts that can?t be controlled and abnormal behaviors. Panic attacks and disorders happen frequently and are often accompanied by agoraphobia (a form of feeling trapped in certain situations). Phobias are another type of anxiety that can be provoked by a fear flying, new places, etc.

Anxiety attaches can stem from mental and emotional issues, and are often seen in people who are depressed, or abuse drugs and alcohol. People who have low self-confidence and self-esteem also experience anxiety attacks.

Often times, anxiety attacks occur when things seem out of control and every day living seems overwhelming. It might be wise to seek counseling if you feel out of control and unable to deal.

Other times, you can try to deal with certain pressures on your own by relaxing and taking time to do things that you really enjoy. Try to identify what triggers your attacks, and eliminate some of the stress factors in your life.

Anxiety Attacks provides detailed information on Anxiety Attacks, Physical Symptoms of Anxiety Attacks, Anxiety Attacks in Children, Causes of Anxiety Attacks and more. Anxiety Attacks is affiliated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder.


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Tuesday, September 05, 2006

Symptoms And Treatments Of Attention Deficit Disorder

Jason Rickard has written Symptoms And Treatments Of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and writes "Attention Deficit Disorder is a chronic neurological disorder, which is predominantly diagnosed in children. Statistics estimates that 2-5 % of the population is affected by ADD, considering the rare possibility for cases of Adult ADD.

ADD is one of the disturbing pediatric disorders in the United States, since 5 million are affected by this disorder. Attention deficit disorder is the old name of the disease with characteristic symptoms of hyperactivity, inattention and impulsivity, which is later renamed as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (AD HD). The disorder is classified into three distinct subtypes, ADHD predominantly combined type, ADHD predominantly inattentive type and ADHD predominantly hyperactive-impulsive type, on the basis of the pronounced characteristic symptom..

Children with ADD show distractibility, forgetfulness, impulse control, and disorganization. It is often misdiagnosed as any learning disability disease, however, pervasive symptoms for six months must be suspected. Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders describe particular symptoms for the children belonging to each type of ADD. The inattentive type shows the symptom such as careless mistakes due to inattention, trouble in playing games that require concentration, failure to follow instructions, avoiding school projects and seminars, forgetfulness, distractibility and recurring losses. The hyperactivity-impulsive type shows symptoms such as restlessness, difficulty in staying seated, wanting to run and climb all the time, answering before a question has been completed, and excessive speech. The combined type will exhibit both types of symptoms.

Usually, children with ADD will have certain learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, low thyroid, and tendency to violate rules and regulations. It is quite interesting that the features of gifted children are often misinterpreted as symptoms of ADD. In adults, ADD is characteristic with symptoms such as low esteem, procrastination, boredom, anxiety, depression, mood swings, relationship problems, forgetfulness, restlessness, sleep problems, and addiction.

Treatments for ADD are not effective to provide a complete cure, to date, since the exact cause of the disease is not identified. The only known fact is that the disease is brought on because of some sort of neurological problem. It is suspected that impairment to the neurotransmitters can be the possible cause. Physicians prescribe several medications, which help the ADD patients to control their symptoms effectively. The simulative medications include methylphenidate, dextroamphetamine, and benzphetamine. The brand names such as Ritalin and Adderall are some of the widely accepted drugs for ADD treatment. The psychotherapies such as behavioral therapy, cognitive therapy, relaxation therapy and neurofeedback are suggested to improve the social behavior of ADD patients. In addition, nutritional supplements such as zinc, amino acids, and fatty acids such as Omega 3, are recommended to enhance the condition of ADD patients.

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Jason Rickard is the owner of Your Favourite Shop - Offering White Noise and Relaxation CDs- Visit Hapa Health for more articles.

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Monday, September 04, 2006

Cures for Depression

Ian Henman has written Cures for Depression and writes "Have you ever felt very like life was treating you unfairly, or that life was not worth living anymore. If the answer is yes then you should know that its quite possible that you suffer from some form of depression. Depression is a deadly disease that can make your life spiral out of control if not taken care of/ at its early stages. Some people suffer from temporary depression while other are more intense, whatever the strength of your depression you should know that there are cures for depression out there and that you are not alone in your battle.

For parents its sometimes difficult to notice a child is suffering from depression, it can be a result of teasing at school, a divorce of parent are usually prime examples of this. T is important to recognize depression and get it treated either through therapy or even in some cases through prescription drugs. Some people are said to be born with depression where other people can develop depression over time either through a bad job, bad life circumstances o even the death or a traumatic experience in your life..

If you suspect that you or someone you love is suffering from depression its usually good advise to seek help right away. There are trained professionals who are experienced in handling depression disorders and properly find cures for depression. It is said that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. This chemical imbalance is what makes us feel down and depressed.

Its is important to remember that there are cures for depression that are available to us online trying doing research and see what works best for you but in cases of severe depression it is best to seek help from a qualified consultant.

From past experience my grandmother was a manic depressant who back in the 1940’s was unable to get a proper diagnosis of her condition. Unfortunately back then there wasn’t that kind of information available that we poses today. Resulting in her long life of depression. Today fortunately there is help available and there are cures for depressions that weren’t always available. Advances in medicine and technology have helped turned the corner on depression and hopefully with research and knowledge one day we can all live a life without depression.

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Sunday, September 03, 2006

Self-Help Tips For Dealing With Depression

Michael Russell has written Self-Help Tips For Dealing With Depression and writes "Most of us have been there at some point. We're overcome by a feeling that doesn't seem to want to go away. Some event or circumstance may have brought this on, or it could possibly be a condition that we're predisposed to. Depression.

It can be quite debilitating to some people. So much so that they get to the point where drastic measures need to be taken to protect their well-being. Most often at this point harsh drugs would be prescribed to control the depressive state.

However, for those who may not quite be at that stage, but are looking for a way out of their depression, there may be steps they can take to help lift the cloud. Here we will explore some options for self-help..

First of all, think positively. It sounds easy, but this may be the most difficult step for a person suffering from depression to take. Whenever you find yourself drifting into thoughts of self-doubt, do your best to correct yourself and channel your thoughts to something more pleasant. It can be tough at first, but the more you work at it, eventually the easier it will be. The mind CAN be trained to think positively.

Do something nice for someone else. Often times the act of performing a selfless deed can be quite rewarding. Help a friend if they're in need, or if you're feeling really ambitious, join a volunteer organization and begin a regular routine of chipping in some of your valuable time. You'll be helping those in need and the sense of satisfaction you take from it can be more rewarding than you think.

Exercise. Exercise is a terrific stress reliever and has the power to help foster a more vibrant attitude. If you're feeling the effects of depression, get up and take a walk, or start a regular exercise routine. Set goals for yourself fitness wise and watch the results. Your sense of accomplishment at meeting and even surpassing your goals can be quite uplifting.

Sing. Find a song, or CD you enjoy with an uplifting beat to it. Turn your stereo up and let fly. Have fun with it and before you know it, the blues will melt away.

Chocolate. It may sound silly, but eating chocolate has been found to help lighten a person's mood. Chocolate helps release endorphins, which help foster improvements in well-being, as well as help relieve pain. So indulge in your favorite chocolate when you're feeling blue.

Associate with happy people. The more you associate with more cheerful friends and family, the less chance you have of feeling down. So spend time with people you enjoy as often as possible.

These are just a few tips to help you along. If you have tried these tips with no success and you find that your depressive state has not improved, or has gotten worse. You would be strongly advised to see your doctor as soon as possible. You may suffer from a chemical imbalance or a disorder that may require professional treatment. If left untreated your condition could lead to serious harm to yourself or someone you care about. So if you feel you're at risk, seek help immediately.

Michael Russell
Your Independent guide to Depression

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Friday, September 01, 2006

Depression And Diabetics

Stephen White has written Depression And Diabetics and writes "Diabetics in and of itself can be quite a source of stress. People who have been diagnosed with the disorder has depression because of poor glucose control. If you want to manage the stresses in your life as they relate to diabetes, you need to start somewhere.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is characterized by loss of the insulin-producing beta cells of the islets of Langerhans of the pancreas. Sensitivity and responsiveness to insulin are usually normal, especially in the early stages. This type comprises up to 10% of total cases in North America and Europe, though this varies by geographical location. This type of diabetes can affect children or adults, but has traditionally been termed "juvenile diabetes" because it represents a majority of cases of diabetes affecting children. The most common cause of beta cell loss leading to type 1 diabetes is autoimmune destruction, accompanied by antibodies directed against insulin and islet cell proteins. The principal treatment of type 1 diabetes, even from the earliest stages, is replacement of insulin. Without insulin, ketosis and diabetic ketoacidosis can develop..

You might be sad to know that some of the things you enjoyed eating, and some of the activities you enjoyed doing, you can no longer eat or do. Many people with diabetes have to check their sugar everyday by a drop of blood. Things like lack of control and changing a persons life is a reason why depression happens to some people. They begin to feel trapped in their own body. People who have diabetes and depression have a higher risk of death that of that with those who have just depression.

When it comes to disorders or diseases that effect the rest of a persons life like diabetes, the person will go through a grief period. This doesnt turn into depression until the person becomes overwhelmed with anger or denial. If you notice that someone near and dear to you has been diagnosed with diabetes month ago and still seem mourning, you should bring their depression to the attention of their doctor.

Be sure to talk to a family member if you want to deal with these issues properly. Diabetes doesnt have to be life-threaten and by talking about their insecurities they will feel better about the diagnose and their depression could disappear once they realize they can live with it. Living with diabetes has never been easier in this day and age.


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