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How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Hi, people who have only a few issues and people who have several issues are perfect for therapy. There is no such thing as having too many problems for therapy. Therapy is great because it will help you process all that you are going through, heal from past and present pain, and gain clarity.", | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Yeah, you might :)At least, it certainly feels like that, I bet...Not to mention that most counselors out there might generally feel overwhelmed with a ""case"" with so many problems.\'a0 And, so, you will slog along week-to-week with gradual improvements occurring as she slowly does her best to chip away...The real issue is that these folks don't yet comprehend the integrative nature of each of these subjects and how generally simple it is to understand them, and then eradicate them.", | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "It could be said that you might be the perfect candidate for counseling! No one is beyond hope, and someone brave enough to be honest regarding their struggles, with the intention of reaching out for help is certainly a person a qualified counselor would be happy to assist. You may want to do some research on therapists in your local area who specialize in mind-body connection, or one of the struggles you have acknowledged in your post, in order to find a therapist that is best suited to meet your needs.\'a0Good luck on your search, and remember that the world is a better place with you in it.", | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "No, there are never too many issues to address in counseling.\'a0 Therapy would begin by prioritizing what you feel needs to be addressed first.\'a0 As one area improves, such as processing history of abuse you are likely to see improvement in other areas of your life...like sleeping better.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Firstly, I would like to say how amazing that you have been able to live through breast cancer, sexual abuse as well as your depression and anxiety. You are stronger than you may believe at this moment for being able to continue to grow and live through these experiences. Take a moment to acknowledge your strength and know that this strength will be an asset during the therapeutic process that you will be able to tap into to find increased self esteem and more strength to address the concerns you are having. There are never too many concerns to address in therapy sessions. I hope you can find a great therapist who you can trust to listen and work with you to identify and address\
the most concerning issues first. Once you begin to do this you may find an alleviation of symptoms and feelings which could allow you to grow your capacity to manage difficult feelings and situations and address additional concerns. Before you even realize it the issues you are having will begin to feel more manageable.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Absolutely not! It is never too much. The most important thing is that you are reaching out to get help. \'a0Therapy helps you to develop healthier coping strategies and that can help reduce the anxiety and depression as well as improve your sleep. This can all be done at a pace that is best for you. Your therapist can help you process all of this in a safe and supportive space.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "No, it is natural for us to have a number of issues going on if we don't address the concerns we have in our lives. Seeking counseling can assist you in working on these issues individually as well as ways in which they intersect and impact each other.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "The most direct answer is no. I would venture to guess that several of the things you are feeling (symptoms) are connected. I would recommend a trauma counselor. You have several strengths (resources) that you are able to pull from and I would encourage you to focus on them as you deal with the issues you have placed on the back burner for so long. Sometimes people are afraid to address things because they feel or believe that they won\'92t be able to handle it. Compare it to a tornado. The storm has passed, but you are still in hiding for fear of the aftermath (the mess left behind). A good therapist is like a personal organizer to help you.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "It's not really a question of whether you have too many issues for counseling but more what would you like to work on in counseling? You control the direction of sessions and depending on how you're feeling in a particular day can predict what direction that session takes. If you want to work on all the issues you've listed it will just take some dedication on your part to see through the counseling long enough to find a resolution to each of the issues that is satisfactory to you. You work at your own pace in counseling and it does seem like you may be overwhelmed with the ever-growing list. But you may just be in search of self improvement and making yourself better, which is a great thing. It seems as though you may need some form of resolution to what has happened in the past and to work through the trauma you have experienced. That may be the base of your counseling needs in which self esteem and depression/anxiety may fall underneath it as well. If you want to start counseling don't let what you need to work on overwhelm you. Find the counselor that best fits with you and together you both can tackle any issue.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "A person never has ""too many"" issues to address in counseling. Participating in counseling with a licensed professional offers a safe place and therapeutic relationship where healing can occur.\'a0A trained therapist can help a person unpack and process past and/or current wounds (or events) which may\'a0 negatively impact day to day living. They can also help make sense of thoughts and emotions that sometimes feel overwhelming and confusing.\'a0\'a0If you want to experience more emotional freedom and gain some tools to help understand and cope with depression and anxiety, I'd encourage you to schedule an appointment with a therapist in your area.", | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "There is no such things as ""too\'a0 many issues"". Many of the issues cited here are connected. For example, in this case working on the sexual abuse will possibly address the depression, the anxiety, the self esteem. There may be some grief to process around the impact of the cancer. Our body, mind and spirit are parts of one system. They are interconnected.Addressing these issue are important so you can be relieved of the burden and feel more spontaneous and enjoy life even more.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Of course not. Counseling is a process, whereby you and your therapist will help you create goals- starting with issues that are most pressing and interfering with your daily functioning. When anxiety and daily stress is more manageable then you and your therapist can examine more deep rooted or more chronic issues.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "You definitely don't have too many issues for counseling. In fact, counseling can help you understand how most of these things can be related to one another. For example, insomnia, depression, low self-esteem and anxiety are very common to experience after a traumatic event or events. Once you begin to work through processing these life altering events that you have experienced, the hope is that you would see a decrease in your other symptoms.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "You absolutely do not have too many issues for counselling. The fact that you are wanting to seek help is commendable and you should feel proud of yourself for reaching out for support. I know from my experience working with clients that some may say they have only one issue but when we explore it turns out they have many things that they want to discuss that are of equal importance. I believe that you deserve to feel happy, at ease and also get restful sleep amongst other things. Please do not feel hesitant because the fact that you know what you want to discuss and work on is amazing. You know the directions you want to go and the therapist just needs to help you get there.\'a0I suggest sitting down and making a list of what you want to discuss as well as what you feel is more important to address first. Perhaps the therapist can help you with that as well.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Thank you for sharing your question.\'a0 I imagine it feels overwhelming and discouraging at times if you feel like there are too many issues to address in a counseling session.\'a0 I would encourage you to share these concerns with a counselor because a counselor can help you organize the concerns into a list of specific goals.\'a0 For example, a list of goals may look similar to this:1.\'a0 ""I will learn about the effects of medication on the symptoms of depression and anxiety.""2.\'a0 ""I will learn about the factors that affect insomnia.""3.\'a0 ""I will learn about resources and support groups in my local area to help me cope with my traumatic experiences.""4.\'a0 ""I will practice self-care exercises each day and write about my thoughts and feelings in a journal so I can measure whether or not I""m making progress.""This is an example of some of the possible goals a counselor can help you work toward each week.\'a0 Working toward a specific goal can lead to a feeling of accomplishment once you've completed it, and this may have a positive impact on your self-esteem.\'a0\'a0I hope this information helps, and I wish you all the best!", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "There are never too many issues in living. In a way we take on too many issues at one time. Then we become over whelmed with ""anxiety and depression.""\'a0 A skillful, caring therapist will help you find a place to start and deal with one issue at a time. when this helps the other issues. Then the other issues become more manageable. I gain. confidence I can take on life better and, importantly , enjoy living life more. My best to you. Dr. Spencer", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "There are never ""too many issues"" to be addressed in therapy.\'a0 Most people come in with multiple issues they want to address.\'a0 The wonderful thing about therapy, is that often, as one or more significant issues begin to change and improve-\'a0 \'a0the lead naturally without much effort to improvements in the other areas.\'a0 (For example, as you begin to address trauma and betrayal from you past, you may find that the insomnia improves). Your therapist, with you input and direction, can help you to prioritize which problem areas to target first.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "You can be helped. Many of the people I see have multiple issues. These issues are often linked so that helping one issue will positively help the other issues.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "The short answer is: absolutely not! The longer answer is that it might take some time to process all of the issues, and it may feel quite ""muddy"" in the issues for a lot longer than is tolerable (which is why counseling may have been postponed to begin with for you.) It's important to be realistic when entering counseling of any sort, and that the therapist be realistic with you about what you might be able to expect working with that person (I use the words ""might be able to expect"" because therapy experiences can vary.) But that not having counseling about trauma that you have experienced much earlier in your life can play a significant role in the process and how long that process could take to unpack all that may have been buried over time.It might also be helpful in counseling to work with the therapist on figuring out where to begin, but to also manage the feelings of being overwhelmed that may make it hard to continue to show up and do the work required, week in and week out. It isn't easy work trying to process past pain that you experienced, and so consistent practice of self-care, including leaning on support systems outside of therapy, is key.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Usually people who struggle with depression also have symptoms of anxiety. These symptoms come about as a result of underlying causes. The obstacles you have been overcoming such as abuse, cancer and insomnia likely bring about similar feelings and emotions in you which affect your self-esteem. Counseling is meant to support people who have layers of difficulties. We see the difficulties as layers to an onion, peeling away the many layers.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Often times when an individual begins the counseling process it is revealed that there is more than one thing going on. When we think about how much is wrong, it can be overwhelming and we may not know where to even start. Counseling can provide guidance to help you to begin working toward healing in a way that is most helpful for you to reach your goals.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "It is very common for\'a0people to have multiple issues that they want to (and need to) address in counseling.\'a0 I have had clients ask that same question and through more exploration, there is often an underlying fear that they\'a0 ""can't be helped"" or that they will ""be too much for their therapist."" I don't know if any of this rings true for you. But, most people have more than one problem in their lives and more often than not,\'a0 people have numerous significant stressors in their lives.\'a0 Let's face it, life can be complicated! Therapists are completely ready and equipped to handle all of the issues small or large that a client presents in session. Most therapists over the first couple of sessions will help you prioritize the issues you are facing so that you start addressing the issues that are causing you the most distress.\'a0 You can never have too many issues to address in counseling.\'a0 All of the issues you mention above can be successfully worked through in counseling.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Absolutely not! When we have the courage to accept the challenge to address whatever is causing us pain, the solutions often generalize to many, if not all of our symptoms. I would suggest that unresolved trauma from sexual abuse is likely a primary contributing factor. However, it is important that you first build a trusting relationship with a therapist experienced in trauma treatment as this is an area of specialty that not all therapists are skilled in treating. Choosing one issue to work on, such as anxiety or depressive symptoms, and starting there will allow you the opportunity to get to know your therapist, learn coping skills for managing distressing symptoms, and establish emotional safety before jumping into trauma work.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Hello there,No one has too many issues to address in counseling. Once you start counseling, your therapist will help you identify which issues to start working on first and which are causing you the most distress. Once you and your therapist prioritize your concerns, you can start to address each concern, starting with the one causing the most distress for you.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "It sounds like you are feeling pretty overwhelmed. But you are also a survivor and have the benefit of a long, stable marriage. You do not have too many issues to address in counseling. A good therapist will help you to partialize your goals into smaller objectives and focus in on what's most pressing for you to address first in treatment.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Hello! You may have heard the saying that counseling is like peeling the layers of an onion. Whether a person comes to therapy with many issues on their heart and mind or whether he/she comes with something specific, one issue leads to another. Please don't feel as though you have too many issues. You are important and worthy. On the plus side, \'a0you are a breast cancer survivor and have a wonderful marriage! Seek the help that you deserve.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "You do not have too many issues to address in counseling.\'a0 And your perseverance will serve you well if you choose to engage in therapy.\'a0 The trauma and medical event you experienced topped off with chronic sleepless nights would lead to feelings of depression for many.\'a0 The emotional reaction you've had to these experiences sounds normal albeit troublesome and I would imagine intensely painful at times as well.\'a0 Therapy can help prioritize what is the most impactful issue you are grappling with.\'a0 I find in therapy that when the central issue is revealed, understood, processed, and understood again in its current context, many other areas of the person's internal experience improve.\'a0 It sounds as though something has prevented you from seeking help from a counselor in the past, and it sounds as though you are more seriously considering it now.\'a0 Therapy helps and it can help you when you're ready.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Thank you for sharing your history. You do not have too many issues to address in counseling. It will help to prioritize what you would like to work on first in therapy. Your therapist will create a treatment plan with you, which can always be changed while working together. Therapy is a process in working towards your best life, and you deserve it.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Not at all! Whatever issues you might have you can bring to the therapy room. Remember therapy is about YOU, not your therapist. You bring whatever you need to bring to the table. Keep in mind these issues are likely related. Remember you are a holistic being, more than just the sum of the parts. Just like any system, when you move something in one area, things start changing in other areas as well. Talk to your therapist to decide goals for counseling and establish priorities, and ENJOY THE RIDE! Growing, flourishing, and finally letting go of what hurts can be a beautiful and exciting process.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "You absolutely do not have ""too many issues"" for counseling. Your reaching out to ask this question shows you have a resilient spirit. Also, your happy marriage can be a support and strength to you as you embark on a counseling journey. I would recommend that you find a counselor who specializes in trauma, sexual trauma and/or EMDR (a type of therapy that is proven to have a strong impact on healing from trauma). Good luck!", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "I don't think you have too many issues for counseling.\'a0 If a client came to me for help with the same issues that you have listed here I would first want them to meet with their doctor to get a physical to rule out any biological causes to your depression, anxiety, and insomnia.\'a0 I would work with you on deciding which of these issues to tackle first.\'a0 I usually suggest starting with the issue that is easiest.\'a0 Reading through your symptoms I might choose anxiety to start with since you are in the early stages of it.\'a0 I like to give my client skills they can use right away, so I would focus on teaching you breathing exercises to manage the anxiety as well as cognitive restructuring so that when an anxious thought pops up you can talk yourself through it.\'a0 Once you felt that you had some control over the anxiety I'd start to work on some of your other concerns, but I would seek your input on what you felt like might be good to work on next.\'a0 My gut is that some of these issues would be resolved as you worked on others.\'a0 For example as you worked on your anxiety and began to process your trauma and as you began to work on self care and getting more sleep - your self esteem would probably improve.\'a0 I encourage you to meet with a therapist and ask them how they might be able to help you.\'a0 These are just some thoughts that came up for me on how I might help someone with the same or similar symptoms.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "The way it goes is that all your issues are connected. Once you work on one issue it will have a positive effect on all areas. Slowly each issue is addressed and actually less issues will need to be addressed directly since resolving one helps your overall wellness. So no, you do not have too many issues. Don\'92t give up. Get help now and see how your life can change for the better.", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "I think this is a very common question that people who have never been to counseling before have. \'a0There is a lot of anxiety in going to counseling for the first time. \'a0This is normal. \'a0In answer to your \'a0question, the answer is an absolute NO! \'a0An important thing to remember about getting counseling is that it is a courageous first step towards hope and healing. \'a0Getting help is like training to run a marathon, it is not a sprint. \'a0You have shared a lot of issues that you are dealing with from your past, that are now negatively impacting your present, but I believe that in getting the right kind of help and support, none of them are impossible to overcome. \'a0Part of the therapeutic process is defining and prioritizing therapy goals. \'a0In collaboration with you, as a client, a therapist is there to help you with this process in determining what you would like to work on first. \'a0Not getting counseling, based on the history you have shared, has the potential to put you more at risk for mental and physical health issues. \'a0You are already seeing this happen as you begin to experience new symptoms, namely your anxiety. \'a0In therapy, you will gain understanding and insight, as well as learn skills and strategies to manage the symptoms you are experiencing.In conclusion, I would encourage you to reach out to a licensed counselor who has experience in treating trauma, grief/loss and will address shame. \'a0These are three areas that I have found that gets to \'a0the core issues that are contributing to your depression and anxiety. \'a0 I believe you can get the help you need to find hope and healing. \'a0Best of luck to you!", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Hello, I'm so glad you decided to take the first step in opening a conversation first. Deciding to go to therapy can sometimes be difficult for some, but with the right therapist, healing is possible and obtainable, even with what you've described. To answer your question, no you do not have too many issues to go to counseling. \'a0You've been through a lot and have been strong and at times it's helpful to have someone else to help you through it.\'a0What I would say is to be sure and find a therapist who is experienced in sexual abuse and trauma overall. But you absolutely do not have too many issues for counseling. Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have regarding your situation and I hope you find the therapist you're looking for, there are many great ones out there. Many of the issues you're experiencing may be tied together from the trauma.\'a0Best Wishes.\'a0Laura Cassity, LMSW, LMAC", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Not at all my dear.\'a0Human beings are complex creatures, and in my opinion, our issues interconnect in a very nuanced web between our levels of being (for example, mind, body, and spirit). Everything you bring up affects all three. The truly beautiful thing about the human body is that when you begin to work on one, the others improve as well!I would encourage you to seek out a counselor who's style and approach speaks to you and start with whichever issue feels most pressing to you. A skilled therapist will flow with you at your own pace and make recommendations to other professionals (e.g., physicians, holistic practitioners, EMDR specialists for trauma etc) as needed to complement the psychotherapy work you're doing with him or her to help you find the total healing you seek.\'a0I wish you well on your journey!", |
How do I find out the cause of my depression and anxiety?"I have been feeling more and more down for over a month. I have started having trouble sleeping due to panic attacks but they are almost never triggered by something that I know of." | "Answers about our inner lives are most successfully reached from a sense of feeling grounded in oneself.First step is to accept your nervousness and restless sleep. \'a0As often as possible, sleep during daytimes in order for your body to catch up on its need for rest.Accept too about feeling down. \'a0It is normal to feel down once in a while. \'a0From this place of self-acceptance, trust any answers which come up to your mind. \'a0Often answers about complicated topics come in small pieces, not all at once as a whole unit.Also, your description about panic attacks is also completely normal. \'a0 They often arise unrelated to particular conditions at a given moment. \'a0They are a healthy symptom your body is trying to expel bad feelings and does this by having the anxiety erupt at times.So, self-acceptance, tolerance of being on a process of clearing out worn out emotional clutter, and sleep at odd times if possible, are all ways to stabilize yourself, which will also feel calm and good!", | "Everyone has topics to discuss when they start therapy. \'a0 There is no correct number of topics.youSometimes people go to therapy for one specific area of their life. \'a0\'a0Not everyone has the time or interest to utilize therapy just when a significant topic arises in their life.Since you are one person, no matter how many or few topics you would like to address in therapy, all the topics relate to you.Possibly the result of your therapy will be more transformational than if you talked only on one topic. \'a0Lucky you, to be on the cusp of clearing and resolving many vulnerabilities at once. \'a0 You will feel brand new by the time you finish your therapy work!", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression is caused by ineffective functioning of the adrenals, kidneys, and the other systems that affects.A basic protocol of natural health makes quick work of it (about 2-3 months-ish; maybe shorter with a good constitution, in your body) :)", | "Working with a great therapist who can help you learn ways to cope might be beneficial to you.\'a0 Sometimes just the act of being able to talk about things with a nonjudgmental person helps take some of the burden off of you.\'a0 A therapist can help you change your thought patterns and teach you coping skills to reduce your symptoms.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Meditation may be able to assist you in lowering your anxiety and depressive symptoms.\'a0Meditation\'85Breaks Anxious Thought PatternsA common symptom of anxiety is having racing negative and obsessive thoughts that create a vicious cycle of worry within your mind. Meditation can reduce rumination and the break negative thought patterns by increasing your control over random unwanted thoughts and decreasing your tendency to worry by altering the way your brain responds to stress. For example, instead of following your negative thought down the rabbit hole, you learn to view your thoughts differently and recognize it for what it is \'96 a thought \'96 and let it go. Thank goodness to\'a0neuroplasticity and your brains endless capacity to change!\'a0Balances Brain ChemicalsAnxiety is brought on by various factors (personality type, emotional trauma, genes, prolonged exposure to stress\'85) and sometimes causes an imbalance of chemicals within the brain (GABA and serotonin). A meditation practice can assist in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters within the brain by increasing GABA (neurotransmitter connected to feeling happy and relaxed) and serotonin (another neurotransmitter connected to being happy) and decreasing cortisol (stress hormone).Builds A Healthier BrainBased on research and scans, individuals who have a regular meditation practice show dramatically larger amounts of\'a0gray matter, the volume of the\'a0hippocampus, thickness of the cortex, increased blood flow to the brain, improved neural connections between various parts of the brain and decreased size of the\'a0amygdala (controls autonomic responses associated with fear, arousal, and emotional stimulation).\'a0View full article here: | "Working with a great therapist who can help you learn ways to cope might be beneficial to you.\'a0 Sometimes just the act of being able to talk about things with a nonjudgmental person helps take some of the burden off of you.\'a0 A therapist can help you change your thought patterns and teach you coping skills to reduce your symptoms.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Working with a great therapist who can help you learn ways to cope might be beneficial to you.\'a0 Sometimes just the act of being able to talk about things with a nonjudgmental person helps take some of the burden off of you.\'a0 A therapist can help you change your thought patterns and teach you coping skills to reduce your symptoms.", | "Anxiety and depression are often linked. I don't consider them as diseases. Depression is a symptom of deep hurts to the sense of self that leaves a person feeling shamed. Anxiety is a symptom of not being given the proper emotional resources to handle the problems of life. It is also the result of being taught that life is a dangerous place that can't be managed.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Working with a great therapist who can help you learn ways to cope might be beneficial to you.\'a0 Sometimes just the act of being able to talk about things with a nonjudgmental person helps take some of the burden off of you.\'a0 A therapist can help you change your thought patterns and teach you coping skills to reduce your symptoms.", | "Depression and anxiety can be disconcerting and disruptive to our lives in many ways. I am sorry that you are suffering so much. Depression and anxiety can arise due to experiences, genetics or a combination of both. I like for my clients look at their issues as whole persons so I would also recommend these tips:Physical: regular exercise, healthy balanced diet, rest and sleepMental: how we think is how we feel. How are you interpreting the events that are happening to you? Try to interpret them in a less negative way. Unfortunately we cannot stop our thoughts as our brain is always working. If you can't see your issues in a different way then stop struggling and allow and accept whatever the unhelpful thoughts are. Choose to take actions based on your values and what will give you a fulfilling life no matter what your thoughts are. Remember, your thoughts have no power unless you act upon them.\'a0Emotional: do not let feelings dictate your actions, even if something feels anxious take action again based on your values and how you want to live.\'a0 \'a0Social: connect with healthy friends and family that will be a positive support. Take up some hobbies and recreation activities as well.\'a0If things do not improve I would encourage you to make an appointment with a talk therapist and discuss these issues. I would encourage you to also be open to consider an evaluation for anti-depressants with these issues as well.\'a0If you ever feel like you might hurt yourself please call 911 or go to your nearest ER.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Working with a great therapist who can help you learn ways to cope might be beneficial to you.\'a0 Sometimes just the act of being able to talk about things with a nonjudgmental person helps take some of the burden off of you.\'a0 A therapist can help you change your thought patterns and teach you coping skills to reduce your symptoms.", | "Life can bring us all kinds of struggles.\'a0 \'a0Depression and Anxiety are very common reasons people come into counseling.\'a0 Both can be debilitating.\'a0 Sometimes when life struggles and stresses build up anxiety and depression become prominent.\'a0 Learning tools to ride the waves\'a0 of life is a core part of counseling.\'a0\'a0If you are ready to manage the symptoms and come up with a plan visit staceybshapiro.com\'a0for more information.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Working with a great therapist who can help you learn ways to cope might be beneficial to you.\'a0 Sometimes just the act of being able to talk about things with a nonjudgmental person helps take some of the burden off of you.\'a0 A therapist can help you change your thought patterns and teach you coping skills to reduce your symptoms.", | "Wanting to make changes and asking for assistance is the first step. Overcoming anxiety and depression is not an easy feat to do on your own, especially if it's been something you have been battling for years.\'a0 There are some different routes you may go down in order to start the healing process:Therapy - find a therapist who has a lot of experience with anxiety and depression. You can do this by googling ""anxiety depression therapist "" in your city.\'a0 CounselChat also has a directory of amazing therapists, as does Psychology TodayMedication - Depending on what other symptoms you may be struggling with depends on what medication you will be prescribed. Be 100% honest with the doctor and ask about different side effects or potential risks associated with the medication. You more than likely will be prescribed an SSRI.Therapy & Medication - The outcomes are very good for those who decide to do both. Medication can help level out out your mood and therapy can help you process through your emotions and keep you accountable for you goals , as you will be seeing your therapist more often than your psychiatristTherapy & Homeopathy - Homeopathy could potentially be a good tool to use alongside with therapy in case you are not interested in going down the medication route.\'a0Arsenicum album is most commonly given to those who struggle with anxiety and depression.The choice is yours. My recommendation is to start with therapy and explore your options more in depth with your therapist.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Working with a great therapist who can help you learn ways to cope might be beneficial to you.\'a0 Sometimes just the act of being able to talk about things with a nonjudgmental person helps take some of the burden off of you.\'a0 A therapist can help you change your thought patterns and teach you coping skills to reduce your symptoms.", | "First, be patient because anxiety and depression are rooted in a person's outlook on who they are and how they handle situations and relationships.Changing these deep major structures in your life takes time to try new ways and see what develops, then fine tune accordingly.Most commonly, anxiety and depression relate to one's self definition.Reflect on your own opinion of yourself and whether you'd like making any adjustments to this. \'a0 Then figure out what stops or inhibits you from doing this.Try new ways of thinking and interacting with other people. \'a0The changed impression you make on others will influence your own view of who you are.In America people take Pharma pills to not feel badly.If you prefer to make natural, long-lasting change then reflect, read, try therapy if it feels right to you.Eventually you will be better off this way than to take drugs to hide how you truly feel.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression is caused by ineffective functioning of the adrenals, kidneys, and the other systems that affects.A basic protocol of natural health makes quick work of it (about 2-3 months-ish; maybe shorter with a good constitution, in your body) :)", | "Meditation may be able to assist you in lowering your anxiety and depressive symptoms.\'a0Meditation\'85Breaks Anxious Thought PatternsA common symptom of anxiety is having racing negative and obsessive thoughts that create a vicious cycle of worry within your mind. Meditation can reduce rumination and the break negative thought patterns by increasing your control over random unwanted thoughts and decreasing your tendency to worry by altering the way your brain responds to stress. For example, instead of following your negative thought down the rabbit hole, you learn to view your thoughts differently and recognize it for what it is \'96 a thought \'96 and let it go. Thank goodness to\'a0neuroplasticity and your brains endless capacity to change!\'a0Balances Brain ChemicalsAnxiety is brought on by various factors (personality type, emotional trauma, genes, prolonged exposure to stress\'85) and sometimes causes an imbalance of chemicals within the brain (GABA and serotonin). A meditation practice can assist in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters within the brain by increasing GABA (neurotransmitter connected to feeling happy and relaxed) and serotonin (another neurotransmitter connected to being happy) and decreasing cortisol (stress hormone).Builds A Healthier BrainBased on research and scans, individuals who have a regular meditation practice show dramatically larger amounts of\'a0gray matter, the volume of the\'a0hippocampus, thickness of the cortex, increased blood flow to the brain, improved neural connections between various parts of the brain and decreased size of the\'a0amygdala (controls autonomic responses associated with fear, arousal, and emotional stimulation).\'a0View full article here: |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression is caused by ineffective functioning of the adrenals, kidneys, and the other systems that affects.A basic protocol of natural health makes quick work of it (about 2-3 months-ish; maybe shorter with a good constitution, in your body) :)", | "Anxiety and depression are often linked. I don't consider them as diseases. Depression is a symptom of deep hurts to the sense of self that leaves a person feeling shamed. Anxiety is a symptom of not being given the proper emotional resources to handle the problems of life. It is also the result of being taught that life is a dangerous place that can't be managed.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression is caused by ineffective functioning of the adrenals, kidneys, and the other systems that affects.A basic protocol of natural health makes quick work of it (about 2-3 months-ish; maybe shorter with a good constitution, in your body) :)", | "Depression and anxiety can be disconcerting and disruptive to our lives in many ways. I am sorry that you are suffering so much. Depression and anxiety can arise due to experiences, genetics or a combination of both. I like for my clients look at their issues as whole persons so I would also recommend these tips:Physical: regular exercise, healthy balanced diet, rest and sleepMental: how we think is how we feel. How are you interpreting the events that are happening to you? Try to interpret them in a less negative way. Unfortunately we cannot stop our thoughts as our brain is always working. If you can't see your issues in a different way then stop struggling and allow and accept whatever the unhelpful thoughts are. Choose to take actions based on your values and what will give you a fulfilling life no matter what your thoughts are. Remember, your thoughts have no power unless you act upon them.\'a0Emotional: do not let feelings dictate your actions, even if something feels anxious take action again based on your values and how you want to live.\'a0 \'a0Social: connect with healthy friends and family that will be a positive support. Take up some hobbies and recreation activities as well.\'a0If things do not improve I would encourage you to make an appointment with a talk therapist and discuss these issues. I would encourage you to also be open to consider an evaluation for anti-depressants with these issues as well.\'a0If you ever feel like you might hurt yourself please call 911 or go to your nearest ER.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression is caused by ineffective functioning of the adrenals, kidneys, and the other systems that affects.A basic protocol of natural health makes quick work of it (about 2-3 months-ish; maybe shorter with a good constitution, in your body) :)", | "Life can bring us all kinds of struggles.\'a0 \'a0Depression and Anxiety are very common reasons people come into counseling.\'a0 Both can be debilitating.\'a0 Sometimes when life struggles and stresses build up anxiety and depression become prominent.\'a0 Learning tools to ride the waves\'a0 of life is a core part of counseling.\'a0\'a0If you are ready to manage the symptoms and come up with a plan visit staceybshapiro.com\'a0for more information.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression is caused by ineffective functioning of the adrenals, kidneys, and the other systems that affects.A basic protocol of natural health makes quick work of it (about 2-3 months-ish; maybe shorter with a good constitution, in your body) :)", | "Wanting to make changes and asking for assistance is the first step. Overcoming anxiety and depression is not an easy feat to do on your own, especially if it's been something you have been battling for years.\'a0 There are some different routes you may go down in order to start the healing process:Therapy - find a therapist who has a lot of experience with anxiety and depression. You can do this by googling ""anxiety depression therapist "" in your city.\'a0 CounselChat also has a directory of amazing therapists, as does Psychology TodayMedication - Depending on what other symptoms you may be struggling with depends on what medication you will be prescribed. Be 100% honest with the doctor and ask about different side effects or potential risks associated with the medication. You more than likely will be prescribed an SSRI.Therapy & Medication - The outcomes are very good for those who decide to do both. Medication can help level out out your mood and therapy can help you process through your emotions and keep you accountable for you goals , as you will be seeing your therapist more often than your psychiatristTherapy & Homeopathy - Homeopathy could potentially be a good tool to use alongside with therapy in case you are not interested in going down the medication route.\'a0Arsenicum album is most commonly given to those who struggle with anxiety and depression.The choice is yours. My recommendation is to start with therapy and explore your options more in depth with your therapist.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression is caused by ineffective functioning of the adrenals, kidneys, and the other systems that affects.A basic protocol of natural health makes quick work of it (about 2-3 months-ish; maybe shorter with a good constitution, in your body) :)", | "First, be patient because anxiety and depression are rooted in a person's outlook on who they are and how they handle situations and relationships.Changing these deep major structures in your life takes time to try new ways and see what develops, then fine tune accordingly.Most commonly, anxiety and depression relate to one's self definition.Reflect on your own opinion of yourself and whether you'd like making any adjustments to this. \'a0 Then figure out what stops or inhibits you from doing this.Try new ways of thinking and interacting with other people. \'a0The changed impression you make on others will influence your own view of who you are.In America people take Pharma pills to not feel badly.If you prefer to make natural, long-lasting change then reflect, read, try therapy if it feels right to you.Eventually you will be better off this way than to take drugs to hide how you truly feel.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Meditation may be able to assist you in lowering your anxiety and depressive symptoms.\'a0Meditation\'85Breaks Anxious Thought PatternsA common symptom of anxiety is having racing negative and obsessive thoughts that create a vicious cycle of worry within your mind. Meditation can reduce rumination and the break negative thought patterns by increasing your control over random unwanted thoughts and decreasing your tendency to worry by altering the way your brain responds to stress. For example, instead of following your negative thought down the rabbit hole, you learn to view your thoughts differently and recognize it for what it is \'96 a thought \'96 and let it go. Thank goodness to\'a0neuroplasticity and your brains endless capacity to change!\'a0Balances Brain ChemicalsAnxiety is brought on by various factors (personality type, emotional trauma, genes, prolonged exposure to stress\'85) and sometimes causes an imbalance of chemicals within the brain (GABA and serotonin). A meditation practice can assist in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters within the brain by increasing GABA (neurotransmitter connected to feeling happy and relaxed) and serotonin (another neurotransmitter connected to being happy) and decreasing cortisol (stress hormone).Builds A Healthier BrainBased on research and scans, individuals who have a regular meditation practice show dramatically larger amounts of\'a0gray matter, the volume of the\'a0hippocampus, thickness of the cortex, increased blood flow to the brain, improved neural connections between various parts of the brain and decreased size of the\'a0amygdala (controls autonomic responses associated with fear, arousal, and emotional stimulation).\'a0View full article here: | "Anxiety and depression are often linked. I don't consider them as diseases. Depression is a symptom of deep hurts to the sense of self that leaves a person feeling shamed. Anxiety is a symptom of not being given the proper emotional resources to handle the problems of life. It is also the result of being taught that life is a dangerous place that can't be managed.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Meditation may be able to assist you in lowering your anxiety and depressive symptoms.\'a0Meditation\'85Breaks Anxious Thought PatternsA common symptom of anxiety is having racing negative and obsessive thoughts that create a vicious cycle of worry within your mind. Meditation can reduce rumination and the break negative thought patterns by increasing your control over random unwanted thoughts and decreasing your tendency to worry by altering the way your brain responds to stress. For example, instead of following your negative thought down the rabbit hole, you learn to view your thoughts differently and recognize it for what it is \'96 a thought \'96 and let it go. Thank goodness to\'a0neuroplasticity and your brains endless capacity to change!\'a0Balances Brain ChemicalsAnxiety is brought on by various factors (personality type, emotional trauma, genes, prolonged exposure to stress\'85) and sometimes causes an imbalance of chemicals within the brain (GABA and serotonin). A meditation practice can assist in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters within the brain by increasing GABA (neurotransmitter connected to feeling happy and relaxed) and serotonin (another neurotransmitter connected to being happy) and decreasing cortisol (stress hormone).Builds A Healthier BrainBased on research and scans, individuals who have a regular meditation practice show dramatically larger amounts of\'a0gray matter, the volume of the\'a0hippocampus, thickness of the cortex, increased blood flow to the brain, improved neural connections between various parts of the brain and decreased size of the\'a0amygdala (controls autonomic responses associated with fear, arousal, and emotional stimulation).\'a0View full article here: | "Depression and anxiety can be disconcerting and disruptive to our lives in many ways. I am sorry that you are suffering so much. Depression and anxiety can arise due to experiences, genetics or a combination of both. I like for my clients look at their issues as whole persons so I would also recommend these tips:Physical: regular exercise, healthy balanced diet, rest and sleepMental: how we think is how we feel. How are you interpreting the events that are happening to you? Try to interpret them in a less negative way. Unfortunately we cannot stop our thoughts as our brain is always working. If you can't see your issues in a different way then stop struggling and allow and accept whatever the unhelpful thoughts are. Choose to take actions based on your values and what will give you a fulfilling life no matter what your thoughts are. Remember, your thoughts have no power unless you act upon them.\'a0Emotional: do not let feelings dictate your actions, even if something feels anxious take action again based on your values and how you want to live.\'a0 \'a0Social: connect with healthy friends and family that will be a positive support. Take up some hobbies and recreation activities as well.\'a0If things do not improve I would encourage you to make an appointment with a talk therapist and discuss these issues. I would encourage you to also be open to consider an evaluation for anti-depressants with these issues as well.\'a0If you ever feel like you might hurt yourself please call 911 or go to your nearest ER.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Meditation may be able to assist you in lowering your anxiety and depressive symptoms.\'a0Meditation\'85Breaks Anxious Thought PatternsA common symptom of anxiety is having racing negative and obsessive thoughts that create a vicious cycle of worry within your mind. Meditation can reduce rumination and the break negative thought patterns by increasing your control over random unwanted thoughts and decreasing your tendency to worry by altering the way your brain responds to stress. For example, instead of following your negative thought down the rabbit hole, you learn to view your thoughts differently and recognize it for what it is \'96 a thought \'96 and let it go. Thank goodness to\'a0neuroplasticity and your brains endless capacity to change!\'a0Balances Brain ChemicalsAnxiety is brought on by various factors (personality type, emotional trauma, genes, prolonged exposure to stress\'85) and sometimes causes an imbalance of chemicals within the brain (GABA and serotonin). A meditation practice can assist in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters within the brain by increasing GABA (neurotransmitter connected to feeling happy and relaxed) and serotonin (another neurotransmitter connected to being happy) and decreasing cortisol (stress hormone).Builds A Healthier BrainBased on research and scans, individuals who have a regular meditation practice show dramatically larger amounts of\'a0gray matter, the volume of the\'a0hippocampus, thickness of the cortex, increased blood flow to the brain, improved neural connections between various parts of the brain and decreased size of the\'a0amygdala (controls autonomic responses associated with fear, arousal, and emotional stimulation).\'a0View full article here: | "Life can bring us all kinds of struggles.\'a0 \'a0Depression and Anxiety are very common reasons people come into counseling.\'a0 Both can be debilitating.\'a0 Sometimes when life struggles and stresses build up anxiety and depression become prominent.\'a0 Learning tools to ride the waves\'a0 of life is a core part of counseling.\'a0\'a0If you are ready to manage the symptoms and come up with a plan visit staceybshapiro.com\'a0for more information.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Meditation may be able to assist you in lowering your anxiety and depressive symptoms.\'a0Meditation\'85Breaks Anxious Thought PatternsA common symptom of anxiety is having racing negative and obsessive thoughts that create a vicious cycle of worry within your mind. Meditation can reduce rumination and the break negative thought patterns by increasing your control over random unwanted thoughts and decreasing your tendency to worry by altering the way your brain responds to stress. For example, instead of following your negative thought down the rabbit hole, you learn to view your thoughts differently and recognize it for what it is \'96 a thought \'96 and let it go. Thank goodness to\'a0neuroplasticity and your brains endless capacity to change!\'a0Balances Brain ChemicalsAnxiety is brought on by various factors (personality type, emotional trauma, genes, prolonged exposure to stress\'85) and sometimes causes an imbalance of chemicals within the brain (GABA and serotonin). A meditation practice can assist in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters within the brain by increasing GABA (neurotransmitter connected to feeling happy and relaxed) and serotonin (another neurotransmitter connected to being happy) and decreasing cortisol (stress hormone).Builds A Healthier BrainBased on research and scans, individuals who have a regular meditation practice show dramatically larger amounts of\'a0gray matter, the volume of the\'a0hippocampus, thickness of the cortex, increased blood flow to the brain, improved neural connections between various parts of the brain and decreased size of the\'a0amygdala (controls autonomic responses associated with fear, arousal, and emotional stimulation).\'a0View full article here: | "Wanting to make changes and asking for assistance is the first step. Overcoming anxiety and depression is not an easy feat to do on your own, especially if it's been something you have been battling for years.\'a0 There are some different routes you may go down in order to start the healing process:Therapy - find a therapist who has a lot of experience with anxiety and depression. You can do this by googling ""anxiety depression therapist "" in your city.\'a0 CounselChat also has a directory of amazing therapists, as does Psychology TodayMedication - Depending on what other symptoms you may be struggling with depends on what medication you will be prescribed. Be 100% honest with the doctor and ask about different side effects or potential risks associated with the medication. You more than likely will be prescribed an SSRI.Therapy & Medication - The outcomes are very good for those who decide to do both. Medication can help level out out your mood and therapy can help you process through your emotions and keep you accountable for you goals , as you will be seeing your therapist more often than your psychiatristTherapy & Homeopathy - Homeopathy could potentially be a good tool to use alongside with therapy in case you are not interested in going down the medication route.\'a0Arsenicum album is most commonly given to those who struggle with anxiety and depression.The choice is yours. My recommendation is to start with therapy and explore your options more in depth with your therapist.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Meditation may be able to assist you in lowering your anxiety and depressive symptoms.\'a0Meditation\'85Breaks Anxious Thought PatternsA common symptom of anxiety is having racing negative and obsessive thoughts that create a vicious cycle of worry within your mind. Meditation can reduce rumination and the break negative thought patterns by increasing your control over random unwanted thoughts and decreasing your tendency to worry by altering the way your brain responds to stress. For example, instead of following your negative thought down the rabbit hole, you learn to view your thoughts differently and recognize it for what it is \'96 a thought \'96 and let it go. Thank goodness to\'a0neuroplasticity and your brains endless capacity to change!\'a0Balances Brain ChemicalsAnxiety is brought on by various factors (personality type, emotional trauma, genes, prolonged exposure to stress\'85) and sometimes causes an imbalance of chemicals within the brain (GABA and serotonin). A meditation practice can assist in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters within the brain by increasing GABA (neurotransmitter connected to feeling happy and relaxed) and serotonin (another neurotransmitter connected to being happy) and decreasing cortisol (stress hormone).Builds A Healthier BrainBased on research and scans, individuals who have a regular meditation practice show dramatically larger amounts of\'a0gray matter, the volume of the\'a0hippocampus, thickness of the cortex, increased blood flow to the brain, improved neural connections between various parts of the brain and decreased size of the\'a0amygdala (controls autonomic responses associated with fear, arousal, and emotional stimulation).\'a0View full article here: | "First, be patient because anxiety and depression are rooted in a person's outlook on who they are and how they handle situations and relationships.Changing these deep major structures in your life takes time to try new ways and see what develops, then fine tune accordingly.Most commonly, anxiety and depression relate to one's self definition.Reflect on your own opinion of yourself and whether you'd like making any adjustments to this. \'a0 Then figure out what stops or inhibits you from doing this.Try new ways of thinking and interacting with other people. \'a0The changed impression you make on others will influence your own view of who you are.In America people take Pharma pills to not feel badly.If you prefer to make natural, long-lasting change then reflect, read, try therapy if it feels right to you.Eventually you will be better off this way than to take drugs to hide how you truly feel.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression are often linked. I don't consider them as diseases. Depression is a symptom of deep hurts to the sense of self that leaves a person feeling shamed. Anxiety is a symptom of not being given the proper emotional resources to handle the problems of life. It is also the result of being taught that life is a dangerous place that can't be managed.", | "Depression and anxiety can be disconcerting and disruptive to our lives in many ways. I am sorry that you are suffering so much. Depression and anxiety can arise due to experiences, genetics or a combination of both. I like for my clients look at their issues as whole persons so I would also recommend these tips:Physical: regular exercise, healthy balanced diet, rest and sleepMental: how we think is how we feel. How are you interpreting the events that are happening to you? Try to interpret them in a less negative way. Unfortunately we cannot stop our thoughts as our brain is always working. If you can't see your issues in a different way then stop struggling and allow and accept whatever the unhelpful thoughts are. Choose to take actions based on your values and what will give you a fulfilling life no matter what your thoughts are. Remember, your thoughts have no power unless you act upon them.\'a0Emotional: do not let feelings dictate your actions, even if something feels anxious take action again based on your values and how you want to live.\'a0 \'a0Social: connect with healthy friends and family that will be a positive support. Take up some hobbies and recreation activities as well.\'a0If things do not improve I would encourage you to make an appointment with a talk therapist and discuss these issues. I would encourage you to also be open to consider an evaluation for anti-depressants with these issues as well.\'a0If you ever feel like you might hurt yourself please call 911 or go to your nearest ER.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression are often linked. I don't consider them as diseases. Depression is a symptom of deep hurts to the sense of self that leaves a person feeling shamed. Anxiety is a symptom of not being given the proper emotional resources to handle the problems of life. It is also the result of being taught that life is a dangerous place that can't be managed.", | "Life can bring us all kinds of struggles.\'a0 \'a0Depression and Anxiety are very common reasons people come into counseling.\'a0 Both can be debilitating.\'a0 Sometimes when life struggles and stresses build up anxiety and depression become prominent.\'a0 Learning tools to ride the waves\'a0 of life is a core part of counseling.\'a0\'a0If you are ready to manage the symptoms and come up with a plan visit staceybshapiro.com\'a0for more information.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression are often linked. I don't consider them as diseases. Depression is a symptom of deep hurts to the sense of self that leaves a person feeling shamed. Anxiety is a symptom of not being given the proper emotional resources to handle the problems of life. It is also the result of being taught that life is a dangerous place that can't be managed.", | "Wanting to make changes and asking for assistance is the first step. Overcoming anxiety and depression is not an easy feat to do on your own, especially if it's been something you have been battling for years.\'a0 There are some different routes you may go down in order to start the healing process:Therapy - find a therapist who has a lot of experience with anxiety and depression. You can do this by googling ""anxiety depression therapist "" in your city.\'a0 CounselChat also has a directory of amazing therapists, as does Psychology TodayMedication - Depending on what other symptoms you may be struggling with depends on what medication you will be prescribed. Be 100% honest with the doctor and ask about different side effects or potential risks associated with the medication. You more than likely will be prescribed an SSRI.Therapy & Medication - The outcomes are very good for those who decide to do both. Medication can help level out out your mood and therapy can help you process through your emotions and keep you accountable for you goals , as you will be seeing your therapist more often than your psychiatristTherapy & Homeopathy - Homeopathy could potentially be a good tool to use alongside with therapy in case you are not interested in going down the medication route.\'a0Arsenicum album is most commonly given to those who struggle with anxiety and depression.The choice is yours. My recommendation is to start with therapy and explore your options more in depth with your therapist.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Anxiety and depression are often linked. I don't consider them as diseases. Depression is a symptom of deep hurts to the sense of self that leaves a person feeling shamed. Anxiety is a symptom of not being given the proper emotional resources to handle the problems of life. It is also the result of being taught that life is a dangerous place that can't be managed.", | "First, be patient because anxiety and depression are rooted in a person's outlook on who they are and how they handle situations and relationships.Changing these deep major structures in your life takes time to try new ways and see what develops, then fine tune accordingly.Most commonly, anxiety and depression relate to one's self definition.Reflect on your own opinion of yourself and whether you'd like making any adjustments to this. \'a0 Then figure out what stops or inhibits you from doing this.Try new ways of thinking and interacting with other people. \'a0The changed impression you make on others will influence your own view of who you are.In America people take Pharma pills to not feel badly.If you prefer to make natural, long-lasting change then reflect, read, try therapy if it feels right to you.Eventually you will be better off this way than to take drugs to hide how you truly feel.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Depression and anxiety can be disconcerting and disruptive to our lives in many ways. I am sorry that you are suffering so much. Depression and anxiety can arise due to experiences, genetics or a combination of both. I like for my clients look at their issues as whole persons so I would also recommend these tips:Physical: regular exercise, healthy balanced diet, rest and sleepMental: how we think is how we feel. How are you interpreting the events that are happening to you? Try to interpret them in a less negative way. Unfortunately we cannot stop our thoughts as our brain is always working. If you can't see your issues in a different way then stop struggling and allow and accept whatever the unhelpful thoughts are. Choose to take actions based on your values and what will give you a fulfilling life no matter what your thoughts are. Remember, your thoughts have no power unless you act upon them.\'a0Emotional: do not let feelings dictate your actions, even if something feels anxious take action again based on your values and how you want to live.\'a0 \'a0Social: connect with healthy friends and family that will be a positive support. Take up some hobbies and recreation activities as well.\'a0If things do not improve I would encourage you to make an appointment with a talk therapist and discuss these issues. I would encourage you to also be open to consider an evaluation for anti-depressants with these issues as well.\'a0If you ever feel like you might hurt yourself please call 911 or go to your nearest ER.", | "Life can bring us all kinds of struggles.\'a0 \'a0Depression and Anxiety are very common reasons people come into counseling.\'a0 Both can be debilitating.\'a0 Sometimes when life struggles and stresses build up anxiety and depression become prominent.\'a0 Learning tools to ride the waves\'a0 of life is a core part of counseling.\'a0\'a0If you are ready to manage the symptoms and come up with a plan visit staceybshapiro.com\'a0for more information.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Depression and anxiety can be disconcerting and disruptive to our lives in many ways. I am sorry that you are suffering so much. Depression and anxiety can arise due to experiences, genetics or a combination of both. I like for my clients look at their issues as whole persons so I would also recommend these tips:Physical: regular exercise, healthy balanced diet, rest and sleepMental: how we think is how we feel. How are you interpreting the events that are happening to you? Try to interpret them in a less negative way. Unfortunately we cannot stop our thoughts as our brain is always working. If you can't see your issues in a different way then stop struggling and allow and accept whatever the unhelpful thoughts are. Choose to take actions based on your values and what will give you a fulfilling life no matter what your thoughts are. Remember, your thoughts have no power unless you act upon them.\'a0Emotional: do not let feelings dictate your actions, even if something feels anxious take action again based on your values and how you want to live.\'a0 \'a0Social: connect with healthy friends and family that will be a positive support. Take up some hobbies and recreation activities as well.\'a0If things do not improve I would encourage you to make an appointment with a talk therapist and discuss these issues. I would encourage you to also be open to consider an evaluation for anti-depressants with these issues as well.\'a0If you ever feel like you might hurt yourself please call 911 or go to your nearest ER.", | "Wanting to make changes and asking for assistance is the first step. Overcoming anxiety and depression is not an easy feat to do on your own, especially if it's been something you have been battling for years.\'a0 There are some different routes you may go down in order to start the healing process:Therapy - find a therapist who has a lot of experience with anxiety and depression. You can do this by googling ""anxiety depression therapist "" in your city.\'a0 CounselChat also has a directory of amazing therapists, as does Psychology TodayMedication - Depending on what other symptoms you may be struggling with depends on what medication you will be prescribed. Be 100% honest with the doctor and ask about different side effects or potential risks associated with the medication. You more than likely will be prescribed an SSRI.Therapy & Medication - The outcomes are very good for those who decide to do both. Medication can help level out out your mood and therapy can help you process through your emotions and keep you accountable for you goals , as you will be seeing your therapist more often than your psychiatristTherapy & Homeopathy - Homeopathy could potentially be a good tool to use alongside with therapy in case you are not interested in going down the medication route.\'a0Arsenicum album is most commonly given to those who struggle with anxiety and depression.The choice is yours. My recommendation is to start with therapy and explore your options more in depth with your therapist.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "First, be patient because anxiety and depression are rooted in a person's outlook on who they are and how they handle situations and relationships.Changing these deep major structures in your life takes time to try new ways and see what develops, then fine tune accordingly.Most commonly, anxiety and depression relate to one's self definition.Reflect on your own opinion of yourself and whether you'd like making any adjustments to this. \'a0 Then figure out what stops or inhibits you from doing this.Try new ways of thinking and interacting with other people. \'a0The changed impression you make on others will influence your own view of who you are.In America people take Pharma pills to not feel badly.If you prefer to make natural, long-lasting change then reflect, read, try therapy if it feels right to you.Eventually you will be better off this way than to take drugs to hide how you truly feel.", | "Depression and anxiety can be disconcerting and disruptive to our lives in many ways. I am sorry that you are suffering so much. Depression and anxiety can arise due to experiences, genetics or a combination of both. I like for my clients look at their issues as whole persons so I would also recommend these tips:Physical: regular exercise, healthy balanced diet, rest and sleepMental: how we think is how we feel. How are you interpreting the events that are happening to you? Try to interpret them in a less negative way. Unfortunately we cannot stop our thoughts as our brain is always working. If you can't see your issues in a different way then stop struggling and allow and accept whatever the unhelpful thoughts are. Choose to take actions based on your values and what will give you a fulfilling life no matter what your thoughts are. Remember, your thoughts have no power unless you act upon them.\'a0Emotional: do not let feelings dictate your actions, even if something feels anxious take action again based on your values and how you want to live.\'a0 \'a0Social: connect with healthy friends and family that will be a positive support. Take up some hobbies and recreation activities as well.\'a0If things do not improve I would encourage you to make an appointment with a talk therapist and discuss these issues. I would encourage you to also be open to consider an evaluation for anti-depressants with these issues as well.\'a0If you ever feel like you might hurt yourself please call 911 or go to your nearest ER.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "Life can bring us all kinds of struggles.\'a0 \'a0Depression and Anxiety are very common reasons people come into counseling.\'a0 Both can be debilitating.\'a0 Sometimes when life struggles and stresses build up anxiety and depression become prominent.\'a0 Learning tools to ride the waves\'a0 of life is a core part of counseling.\'a0\'a0If you are ready to manage the symptoms and come up with a plan visit staceybshapiro.com\'a0for more information.", | "Wanting to make changes and asking for assistance is the first step. Overcoming anxiety and depression is not an easy feat to do on your own, especially if it's been something you have been battling for years.\'a0 There are some different routes you may go down in order to start the healing process:Therapy - find a therapist who has a lot of experience with anxiety and depression. You can do this by googling ""anxiety depression therapist "" in your city.\'a0 CounselChat also has a directory of amazing therapists, as does Psychology TodayMedication - Depending on what other symptoms you may be struggling with depends on what medication you will be prescribed. Be 100% honest with the doctor and ask about different side effects or potential risks associated with the medication. You more than likely will be prescribed an SSRI.Therapy & Medication - The outcomes are very good for those who decide to do both. Medication can help level out out your mood and therapy can help you process through your emotions and keep you accountable for you goals , as you will be seeing your therapist more often than your psychiatristTherapy & Homeopathy - Homeopathy could potentially be a good tool to use alongside with therapy in case you are not interested in going down the medication route.\'a0Arsenicum album is most commonly given to those who struggle with anxiety and depression.The choice is yours. My recommendation is to start with therapy and explore your options more in depth with your therapist.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "First, be patient because anxiety and depression are rooted in a person's outlook on who they are and how they handle situations and relationships.Changing these deep major structures in your life takes time to try new ways and see what develops, then fine tune accordingly.Most commonly, anxiety and depression relate to one's self definition.Reflect on your own opinion of yourself and whether you'd like making any adjustments to this. \'a0 Then figure out what stops or inhibits you from doing this.Try new ways of thinking and interacting with other people. \'a0The changed impression you make on others will influence your own view of who you are.In America people take Pharma pills to not feel badly.If you prefer to make natural, long-lasting change then reflect, read, try therapy if it feels right to you.Eventually you will be better off this way than to take drugs to hide how you truly feel.", | "Life can bring us all kinds of struggles.\'a0 \'a0Depression and Anxiety are very common reasons people come into counseling.\'a0 Both can be debilitating.\'a0 Sometimes when life struggles and stresses build up anxiety and depression become prominent.\'a0 Learning tools to ride the waves\'a0 of life is a core part of counseling.\'a0\'a0If you are ready to manage the symptoms and come up with a plan visit staceybshapiro.com\'a0for more information.", |
How do I overcome my anxierty and depression?I\'m facing severe depression and anxiety and I just feel like I\'m going through a lot. This really distracts me and I cant get my mind off the things that are bothering me. How do I overcome this anxierty and depression? | "First, be patient because anxiety and depression are rooted in a person's outlook on who they are and how they handle situations and relationships.Changing these deep major structures in your life takes time to try new ways and see what develops, then fine tune accordingly.Most commonly, anxiety and depression relate to one's self definition.Reflect on your own opinion of yourself and whether you'd like making any adjustments to this. \'a0 Then figure out what stops or inhibits you from doing this.Try new ways of thinking and interacting with other people. \'a0The changed impression you make on others will influence your own view of who you are.In America people take Pharma pills to not feel badly.If you prefer to make natural, long-lasting change then reflect, read, try therapy if it feels right to you.Eventually you will be better off this way than to take drugs to hide how you truly feel.", | "Wanting to make changes and asking for assistance is the first step. Overcoming anxiety and depression is not an easy feat to do on your own, especially if it's been something you have been battling for years.\'a0 There are some different routes you may go down in order to start the healing process:Therapy - find a therapist who has a lot of experience with anxiety and depression. You can do this by googling ""anxiety depression therapist "" in your city.\'a0 CounselChat also has a directory of amazing therapists, as does Psychology TodayMedication - Depending on what other symptoms you may be struggling with depends on what medication you will be prescribed. Be 100% honest with the doctor and ask about different side effects or potential risks associated with the medication. You more than likely will be prescribed an SSRI.Therapy & Medication - The outcomes are very good for those who decide to do both. Medication can help level out out your mood and therapy can help you process through your emotions and keep you accountable for you goals , as you will be seeing your therapist more often than your psychiatristTherapy & Homeopathy - Homeopathy could potentially be a good tool to use alongside with therapy in case you are not interested in going down the medication route.\'a0Arsenicum album is most commonly given to those who struggle with anxiety and depression.The choice is yours. My recommendation is to start with therapy and explore your options more in depth with your therapist.", |
Why am I upset or down every day even when nothing is going on?How can I get to a place where I can be content from day to day? | "It's important to take a look inside and see what's going on with you to cause you to have these feelings. \'a0Please contact us in whatever way is most comfortable for you and we can get you set up with someone who will help you figure out this space in your life.", | "One thing that comes to mind is making a list of some things that happen each day. It could be that there are things that are affecting how upset you are, but because so many other things are going on, you may not notice.Another idea to try is to keep a list for a month of one good thing that happened each day. This way, when you're having a rough day, you have a list to think of and take a look at.Are you eating and sleeping in ways that are typical for you (typically at least two meals per day and roughly 8 hours of sleep that night (may be different depending on your age)? These two ideas are closely related to changes in your mood.From where do you have support? Friends or family?Can you take 5 or 10 minutes per day to do something that you enjoy?If you think back to the last time that you felt ""content,"" what was contributing to that?Another possibility is to try to be mindful of things that you do every day. For example, rather than eating a turkey sandwich as fast as possible on your lunch break, consider actually tasting it and enjoying it. Also consider giving yourself praise for doing something well. For example, when you finish your paperwork, take a moment to notice that and maybe reward yourself by checking your e-mail, reading five pages of a book, or something else that can be done quickly before you get back to your next task.", |
How can I get counseling if my primary care physician won't help?"I suffer from adult ADHD anxiety disorder and depression. It has been difficult to find a doctor in my area and my primary physician won't help. I am unemployed and overwhelmed. What would you suggest I do?" | "Look up online what the local hospital offers to people. \'a0Also, google some of the key words you just wrote here, like depression and counseling, low-cost counseling.Did your primary physician tell you their reason to not help you? \'a0If not, then ask the person to tell you their reasoning. \'a0Even if the specific doctor won't help you, by understanding their reason, you may be able to work with the answer you hear.", | "I would check out agencies that offer affordable counseling based on your income or very low cost counseling sessions, i.e., Pacific Clinics, Hathaway Sycamore, Pasadena Mental Health Center, Burbank Family Center. If you google affordable or low cost therapy in your particular area you will find resources to help you.", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "For starters, know that this is a normal experience for many men at some point in their lives. While this can certainly cause some embarrassment, a diminished sexual esteem or relationship problems, it is important to know you are not alone. I am going to move forward assuming that you have already checked with a medical professional to rule out any medical problems that may be related to this. Assuming that is the case, for most this happens for two primary reasons. It is either a short term biological shortage of blood flow to the penis. This can be caused my diet, lack of exercise, even stress. Another primary reason for loss of erections are anxiety. Have their been recent relationship issues? Are you feeling as though you aren't satisfied in the bedroom? These are just a few aspects that can cause subconscious anxiety and loss of erection. My suggestion to you would be to seek out a counselor that specializes in sexuality that can assist you in moving forward with this.\'a0 Best of Luck!", | "When I'm working with men with this type of situation, I always suggest a medical examination to rule out any type of organic reason for a difficulty in maintaining interaction. In cases where there is no medical reason for the loss of erection, I find that many men have a similar situation in experiencing negative intrusive thinking during lovemaking. My counseling approach for this situation is to incorporate the use of mindful sex.", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "When I'm working with men with this type of situation, I always suggest a medical examination to rule out any type of organic reason for a difficulty in maintaining interaction. In cases where there is no medical reason for the loss of erection, I find that many men have a similar situation in experiencing negative intrusive thinking during lovemaking. My counseling approach for this situation is to incorporate the use of mindful sex.", | "Erection maintenance is caused by connective tissue weakness as well as lymphatic stagnation of the area and accompanying channels.\'a0 A proper detoxification is necessary to reverse the stagnation and get things flowing again.Lower circulation and pituitary might also be indicated.Medical will likely not recommend anything useful in the long term (pharmaceuticals do not solve a problem, only suppress it; and, it will return again later and worse than before);Certain herbal protocols and natural protocols would be very warranted in getting things going again :)", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "When I'm working with men with this type of situation, I always suggest a medical examination to rule out any type of organic reason for a difficulty in maintaining interaction. In cases where there is no medical reason for the loss of erection, I find that many men have a similar situation in experiencing negative intrusive thinking during lovemaking. My counseling approach for this situation is to incorporate the use of mindful sex.", | "If you haven't already, please see a doctor.\'a0 ED can be caused by any number of physical conditions and you need to get checked out.\'a0\'a0Once you have ruled out any physical issues that interfere with getting an\'a0 erection, it's time to look for more subtle causes.\'a0 Unfortunately, you may have gotten yourself into a mind set of ""I hope I can, but what if I can't?""\'a0 which is certain to interfere with performance.Again, rule out physical causes (can you tell I think that's important?), then talk with your wife about working\'a0 together to find the right approach.\'a0 It might be a good idea, for example, to take the pressure off by enjoying each other without intercourse.\'a0 You can have great sex without penetration and you can have physical intimacy without sex, so slow down and experiment.\'a0 You might find more pleasure than you expect when you can relax knowing there doesn't have to be a ""finish line"".Again, yes the\'a0 third time, SEE A DOCTOR, just in case there's something going\'a0 on.\'a0 Once you get the all clear, find joy and spontaneity with your wife again by being creative and pressure free.", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "When I'm working with men with this type of situation, I always suggest a medical examination to rule out any type of organic reason for a difficulty in maintaining interaction. In cases where there is no medical reason for the loss of erection, I find that many men have a similar situation in experiencing negative intrusive thinking during lovemaking. My counseling approach for this situation is to incorporate the use of mindful sex.", | "Assuming there are no medical explanations for this issue, many men I've worked with on this come to see it as essentially a form of Anxiety. There is a phenomenon called the Yerkes Dodson Law (see below; source: Wikipedia), which basically states that if we feel either too much or too little stress, pressure, or nervousness about a task, it will adversely impact our ability to do carry it out successfully.\'a0The ideal amount of stress/arousal is right in the middle - not too little and not too much. This applies to more things than we might often realize - from giving a presentation, to ordering food, to making a free throw, to driving, to sexual intimacy as in this case. A common suggestion that many men find helpful is initiating open and honest conversations with their partners about this issue, and for a temporary period of time, agreeing to physical intimacy and sexual pleasure in other forms, and without the expectation of intercourse. There are many ways to go about that (which are outside the scope of this blog article), but this can be a path to connecting intimately and renewing physical bonding without unhelpful anxiety - and over time, can lead back to intimacy in all the ways that have become elusive. Best of luck.", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "For starters, know that this is a normal experience for many men at some point in their lives. While this can certainly cause some embarrassment, a diminished sexual esteem or relationship problems, it is important to know you are not alone. I am going to move forward assuming that you have already checked with a medical professional to rule out any medical problems that may be related to this. Assuming that is the case, for most this happens for two primary reasons. It is either a short term biological shortage of blood flow to the penis. This can be caused my diet, lack of exercise, even stress. Another primary reason for loss of erections are anxiety. Have their been recent relationship issues? Are you feeling as though you aren't satisfied in the bedroom? These are just a few aspects that can cause subconscious anxiety and loss of erection. My suggestion to you would be to seek out a counselor that specializes in sexuality that can assist you in moving forward with this.\'a0 Best of Luck!", | "Erection maintenance is caused by connective tissue weakness as well as lymphatic stagnation of the area and accompanying channels.\'a0 A proper detoxification is necessary to reverse the stagnation and get things flowing again.Lower circulation and pituitary might also be indicated.Medical will likely not recommend anything useful in the long term (pharmaceuticals do not solve a problem, only suppress it; and, it will return again later and worse than before);Certain herbal protocols and natural protocols would be very warranted in getting things going again :)", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "For starters, know that this is a normal experience for many men at some point in their lives. While this can certainly cause some embarrassment, a diminished sexual esteem or relationship problems, it is important to know you are not alone. I am going to move forward assuming that you have already checked with a medical professional to rule out any medical problems that may be related to this. Assuming that is the case, for most this happens for two primary reasons. It is either a short term biological shortage of blood flow to the penis. This can be caused my diet, lack of exercise, even stress. Another primary reason for loss of erections are anxiety. Have their been recent relationship issues? Are you feeling as though you aren't satisfied in the bedroom? These are just a few aspects that can cause subconscious anxiety and loss of erection. My suggestion to you would be to seek out a counselor that specializes in sexuality that can assist you in moving forward with this.\'a0 Best of Luck!", | "If you haven't already, please see a doctor.\'a0 ED can be caused by any number of physical conditions and you need to get checked out.\'a0\'a0Once you have ruled out any physical issues that interfere with getting an\'a0 erection, it's time to look for more subtle causes.\'a0 Unfortunately, you may have gotten yourself into a mind set of ""I hope I can, but what if I can't?""\'a0 which is certain to interfere with performance.Again, rule out physical causes (can you tell I think that's important?), then talk with your wife about working\'a0 together to find the right approach.\'a0 It might be a good idea, for example, to take the pressure off by enjoying each other without intercourse.\'a0 You can have great sex without penetration and you can have physical intimacy without sex, so slow down and experiment.\'a0 You might find more pleasure than you expect when you can relax knowing there doesn't have to be a ""finish line"".Again, yes the\'a0 third time, SEE A DOCTOR, just in case there's something going\'a0 on.\'a0 Once you get the all clear, find joy and spontaneity with your wife again by being creative and pressure free.", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "For starters, know that this is a normal experience for many men at some point in their lives. While this can certainly cause some embarrassment, a diminished sexual esteem or relationship problems, it is important to know you are not alone. I am going to move forward assuming that you have already checked with a medical professional to rule out any medical problems that may be related to this. Assuming that is the case, for most this happens for two primary reasons. It is either a short term biological shortage of blood flow to the penis. This can be caused my diet, lack of exercise, even stress. Another primary reason for loss of erections are anxiety. Have their been recent relationship issues? Are you feeling as though you aren't satisfied in the bedroom? These are just a few aspects that can cause subconscious anxiety and loss of erection. My suggestion to you would be to seek out a counselor that specializes in sexuality that can assist you in moving forward with this.\'a0 Best of Luck!", | "Assuming there are no medical explanations for this issue, many men I've worked with on this come to see it as essentially a form of Anxiety. There is a phenomenon called the Yerkes Dodson Law (see below; source: Wikipedia), which basically states that if we feel either too much or too little stress, pressure, or nervousness about a task, it will adversely impact our ability to do carry it out successfully.\'a0The ideal amount of stress/arousal is right in the middle - not too little and not too much. This applies to more things than we might often realize - from giving a presentation, to ordering food, to making a free throw, to driving, to sexual intimacy as in this case. A common suggestion that many men find helpful is initiating open and honest conversations with their partners about this issue, and for a temporary period of time, agreeing to physical intimacy and sexual pleasure in other forms, and without the expectation of intercourse. There are many ways to go about that (which are outside the scope of this blog article), but this can be a path to connecting intimately and renewing physical bonding without unhelpful anxiety - and over time, can lead back to intimacy in all the ways that have become elusive. Best of luck.", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "Erection maintenance is caused by connective tissue weakness as well as lymphatic stagnation of the area and accompanying channels.\'a0 A proper detoxification is necessary to reverse the stagnation and get things flowing again.Lower circulation and pituitary might also be indicated.Medical will likely not recommend anything useful in the long term (pharmaceuticals do not solve a problem, only suppress it; and, it will return again later and worse than before);Certain herbal protocols and natural protocols would be very warranted in getting things going again :)", | "If you haven't already, please see a doctor.\'a0 ED can be caused by any number of physical conditions and you need to get checked out.\'a0\'a0Once you have ruled out any physical issues that interfere with getting an\'a0 erection, it's time to look for more subtle causes.\'a0 Unfortunately, you may have gotten yourself into a mind set of ""I hope I can, but what if I can't?""\'a0 which is certain to interfere with performance.Again, rule out physical causes (can you tell I think that's important?), then talk with your wife about working\'a0 together to find the right approach.\'a0 It might be a good idea, for example, to take the pressure off by enjoying each other without intercourse.\'a0 You can have great sex without penetration and you can have physical intimacy without sex, so slow down and experiment.\'a0 You might find more pleasure than you expect when you can relax knowing there doesn't have to be a ""finish line"".Again, yes the\'a0 third time, SEE A DOCTOR, just in case there's something going\'a0 on.\'a0 Once you get the all clear, find joy and spontaneity with your wife again by being creative and pressure free.", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "Erection maintenance is caused by connective tissue weakness as well as lymphatic stagnation of the area and accompanying channels.\'a0 A proper detoxification is necessary to reverse the stagnation and get things flowing again.Lower circulation and pituitary might also be indicated.Medical will likely not recommend anything useful in the long term (pharmaceuticals do not solve a problem, only suppress it; and, it will return again later and worse than before);Certain herbal protocols and natural protocols would be very warranted in getting things going again :)", | "Assuming there are no medical explanations for this issue, many men I've worked with on this come to see it as essentially a form of Anxiety. There is a phenomenon called the Yerkes Dodson Law (see below; source: Wikipedia), which basically states that if we feel either too much or too little stress, pressure, or nervousness about a task, it will adversely impact our ability to do carry it out successfully.\'a0The ideal amount of stress/arousal is right in the middle - not too little and not too much. This applies to more things than we might often realize - from giving a presentation, to ordering food, to making a free throw, to driving, to sexual intimacy as in this case. A common suggestion that many men find helpful is initiating open and honest conversations with their partners about this issue, and for a temporary period of time, agreeing to physical intimacy and sexual pleasure in other forms, and without the expectation of intercourse. There are many ways to go about that (which are outside the scope of this blog article), but this can be a path to connecting intimately and renewing physical bonding without unhelpful anxiety - and over time, can lead back to intimacy in all the ways that have become elusive. Best of luck.", |
Why am I experiencing dfficulty maintaining an erection?"A few years ago I was making love to my wife when for no known reason I lost my erection Now I'm In my early s and my problem has become more and more frequent. This is causing major problems for my ego and it's diminishing my self esteem. This has resulted in ongoing depression and tearing apart my marriage. I am devastated and cannot find a cause for these issues. I am very attracted to my wife and want to express it in the bedroom like I used to. What could be causing this and what can I do about it?" | "Assuming there are no medical explanations for this issue, many men I've worked with on this come to see it as essentially a form of Anxiety. There is a phenomenon called the Yerkes Dodson Law (see below; source: Wikipedia), which basically states that if we feel either too much or too little stress, pressure, or nervousness about a task, it will adversely impact our ability to do carry it out successfully.\'a0The ideal amount of stress/arousal is right in the middle - not too little and not too much. This applies to more things than we might often realize - from giving a presentation, to ordering food, to making a free throw, to driving, to sexual intimacy as in this case. A common suggestion that many men find helpful is initiating open and honest conversations with their partners about this issue, and for a temporary period of time, agreeing to physical intimacy and sexual pleasure in other forms, and without the expectation of intercourse. There are many ways to go about that (which are outside the scope of this blog article), but this can be a path to connecting intimately and renewing physical bonding without unhelpful anxiety - and over time, can lead back to intimacy in all the ways that have become elusive. Best of luck.", | "If you haven't already, please see a doctor.\'a0 ED can be caused by any number of physical conditions and you need to get checked out.\'a0\'a0Once you have ruled out any physical issues that interfere with getting an\'a0 erection, it's time to look for more subtle causes.\'a0 Unfortunately, you may have gotten yourself into a mind set of ""I hope I can, but what if I can't?""\'a0 which is certain to interfere with performance.Again, rule out physical causes (can you tell I think that's important?), then talk with your wife about working\'a0 together to find the right approach.\'a0 It might be a good idea, for example, to take the pressure off by enjoying each other without intercourse.\'a0 You can have great sex without penetration and you can have physical intimacy without sex, so slow down and experiment.\'a0 You might find more pleasure than you expect when you can relax knowing there doesn't have to be a ""finish line"".Again, yes the\'a0 third time, SEE A DOCTOR, just in case there's something going\'a0 on.\'a0 Once you get the all clear, find joy and spontaneity with your wife again by being creative and pressure free.", |
How do depression and PMS symptoms contribute to one another and what can I do about it?"I struggle with depression as well as pretty intense mood swings throughout the month. I experience highs where I feel amazing and energetic and then lows where I lack focus energy and generally have a more dark outlook on my life. How can I live a more balanced life?" | "Are you certain your highs and lows are directly related to your cycle?\'a0 It's possible that there are at least some contributing factors, even if they are\'a0 as a result of hormonal fluctuations.For example, at the start of your period, do you have that ""I feel great"" feeling, or are you tired and down?\'a0 Mid-cycle (assuming your periods are regular), do you find yourself napping or ready to run a race?\'a0 Either way, how you feel may be leading you to behaviors that contribute to your changes in energy and optimism.\'a0Let's say that the few days before your period, you feel cranky, bloated and want salty food.\'a0 Your natural inclination might be to isolate, stay inside and eat chips.\'a0 The next day, you feel even more tired, cranky and bloated.\'a0 It STARTS with a hormonal symptom, but what you do with that can change how you\'a0 end up feeling.\'a0 So if you notice feeling cranky, bloated and craving salt, what if you pull up a restorative yoga video online, spend an hour being restful and centered in your body and have a good meal with a healthy balance of fats, proteins and carbs, with fresh veggies and fruits before you turn in early to give your body the rest it is asking for ?\'a0 That sets you up to feel MUCH better!And those ""on top of the world days"" - who doesn't love them??\'a0 But even those days, be mindful of how you are treating yourself.\'a0 Exercise for sure, but don't do twice the workout you normally would just because you can!\'a0 You might feel super energy and skip meals which sets you up for poor sleep and feeling crummy after a day or two.All that aside, if you have a couple rough days before your period, pay attention to what is bugging you.\'a0 Christiane Northrup, MD, likens our menstrual cycle to the tide.\'a0 When the tide is out (just before your period), you see all the garbage cluttering up your ocean floor, but you don't have the energy to address it, so there it stays, bugging you.\'a0 At the height of physical and emotional energy (usually mid-cycle/ovulation), the tide is back in and you don't see all that annoying stuff you saw before.\'a0 Since you have good energy at this time, take advantage of it by doing some ""clean up"" on the things you saw there when you felt crummy.\'a0 Maybe it's that conversation you have been putting\'a0 off with your partner, or having the long-delayed closet clean out, or searching for a job that feels/pays/fits you better.\'a0 Whatever it is, those ""PMS blues"" may hold important messages for you.If taking good care of yourself, staying tuned in to your needs and keeping an eye on the ""tides"" don't help, then\'a0 see your doctor.\'a0 Something else may be going on - our hormones all work together like a symphony - it only takes one to be out of tune to throw the whole thing off!", | "Depression and PMS symptoms can be so hard to navigate !\'a0 Looking at this from a holistic standpoint can help you understand why you get these mood swings and what to do to balance yourself emotionally during this time.\'a0As a woman, we experience peaks and dips during our hormonal cycles and right before menstruation, we tend to feel not ourselves and down. The bloating and extreme cravings do not help either.Making sure your schedule is light and you have things to assist you can be so helpful. Different essential oils like lavender may calm you down, or orange which can uplift your mood. Homeopathy can be effective and gentle during this time as well. Birth control is known to help reduce the extreme spikes in hormones and can reduce your emotional and physical pain. Perhaps even psychiatric medication like an SSRI can help . If you are interested in going down the medication route, be sure to ask the doctor about potential side effects and risks .\'a0Reducing your processed sugar intake may help a lot as well. Exercising, spending time outside, practicing stress management and avoiding caffeine and alcohol can all be useful as well.", |
How do depression and PMS symptoms contribute to one another and what can I do about it?"I struggle with depression as well as pretty intense mood swings throughout the month. I experience highs where I feel amazing and energetic and then lows where I lack focus energy and generally have a more dark outlook on my life. How can I live a more balanced life?" | "Are you certain your highs and lows are directly related to your cycle?\'a0 It's possible that there are at least some contributing factors, even if they are\'a0 as a result of hormonal fluctuations.For example, at the start of your period, do you have that ""I feel great"" feeling, or are you tired and down?\'a0 Mid-cycle (assuming your periods are regular), do you find yourself napping or ready to run a race?\'a0 Either way, how you feel may be leading you to behaviors that contribute to your changes in energy and optimism.\'a0Let's say that the few days before your period, you feel cranky, bloated and want salty food.\'a0 Your natural inclination might be to isolate, stay inside and eat chips.\'a0 The next day, you feel even more tired, cranky and bloated.\'a0 It STARTS with a hormonal symptom, but what you do with that can change how you\'a0 end up feeling.\'a0 So if you notice feeling cranky, bloated and craving salt, what if you pull up a restorative yoga video online, spend an hour being restful and centered in your body and have a good meal with a healthy balance of fats, proteins and carbs, with fresh veggies and fruits before you turn in early to give your body the rest it is asking for ?\'a0 That sets you up to feel MUCH better!And those ""on top of the world days"" - who doesn't love them??\'a0 But even those days, be mindful of how you are treating yourself.\'a0 Exercise for sure, but don't do twice the workout you normally would just because you can!\'a0 You might feel super energy and skip meals which sets you up for poor sleep and feeling crummy after a day or two.All that aside, if you have a couple rough days before your period, pay attention to what is bugging you.\'a0 Christiane Northrup, MD, likens our menstrual cycle to the tide.\'a0 When the tide is out (just before your period), you see all the garbage cluttering up your ocean floor, but you don't have the energy to address it, so there it stays, bugging you.\'a0 At the height of physical and emotional energy (usually mid-cycle/ovulation), the tide is back in and you don't see all that annoying stuff you saw before.\'a0 Since you have good energy at this time, take advantage of it by doing some ""clean up"" on the things you saw there when you felt crummy.\'a0 Maybe it's that conversation you have been putting\'a0 off with your partner, or having the long-delayed closet clean out, or searching for a job that feels/pays/fits you better.\'a0 Whatever it is, those ""PMS blues"" may hold important messages for you.If taking good care of yourself, staying tuned in to your needs and keeping an eye on the ""tides"" don't help, then\'a0 see your doctor.\'a0 Something else may be going on - our hormones all work together like a symphony - it only takes one to be out of tune to throw the whole thing off!", | "You may already be living a balanced life because you are aware of your ups and downs due to hormonal changes of your menstrual cycle.As much as posible, schedule activities around your expected mood swings. \'a0 This way you'll avoid feeling even more tired from a busy scheduled during a low energy time in the month.The hormonal cycle is normal.Opinions vary as to taking natural, homeopathic supplements or Pharma drugs which will influence your cycle and make your mood more even.There are side effects to at least the Pharma drugs, which is a consideration as to the value of taking them.Reflect on which is your style of living and what will make you feel successful in handling this problem.Sticking to a system which mirrors the type of person you are, means more than any one particular answer anyone gives you.", |
How do depression and PMS symptoms contribute to one another and what can I do about it?"I struggle with depression as well as pretty intense mood swings throughout the month. I experience highs where I feel amazing and energetic and then lows where I lack focus energy and generally have a more dark outlook on my life. How can I live a more balanced life?" | "You may already be living a balanced life because you are aware of your ups and downs due to hormonal changes of your menstrual cycle.As much as posible, schedule activities around your expected mood swings. \'a0 This way you'll avoid feeling even more tired from a busy scheduled during a low energy time in the month.The hormonal cycle is normal.Opinions vary as to taking natural, homeopathic supplements or Pharma drugs which will influence your cycle and make your mood more even.There are side effects to at least the Pharma drugs, which is a consideration as to the value of taking them.Reflect on which is your style of living and what will make you feel successful in handling this problem.Sticking to a system which mirrors the type of person you are, means more than any one particular answer anyone gives you.", | "Depression and PMS symptoms can be so hard to navigate !\'a0 Looking at this from a holistic standpoint can help you understand why you get these mood swings and what to do to balance yourself emotionally during this time.\'a0As a woman, we experience peaks and dips during our hormonal cycles and right before menstruation, we tend to feel not ourselves and down. The bloating and extreme cravings do not help either.Making sure your schedule is light and you have things to assist you can be so helpful. Different essential oils like lavender may calm you down, or orange which can uplift your mood. Homeopathy can be effective and gentle during this time as well. Birth control is known to help reduce the extreme spikes in hormones and can reduce your emotional and physical pain. Perhaps even psychiatric medication like an SSRI can help . If you are interested in going down the medication route, be sure to ask the doctor about potential side effects and risks .\'a0Reducing your processed sugar intake may help a lot as well. Exercising, spending time outside, practicing stress management and avoiding caffeine and alcohol can all be useful as well.", |
Why does it feel as if self-harm is an addiction?"I self-harm and I stop for awhile. Then when I see something sad or depressing I automatically want to self-harm." | "In a way, self-harm can present somewhat like an addiction. \'a0According to new research within the field of neuroscience there is a valid explanation for this. \'a0When a person cuts or uses other forms of self harm, the body produces endorphins to help make a person feel better. \'a0If a person was dealing with depression or high anxiety, that might be misinterpreted by the brain as a way to help oneself feel better and a new neural network or map might form (addiction) that would utilize this new behavior. \'a0Another way to look at it would be thru a behavioral lens, a positive reward for a behavior, even though the behavior has other long term negative consequences. \'a0Consider working with someone who can both have you work on and address those items that trigger your behavior and the root causes, in this case sadness or depression, and second find someone who can help give you alternatives that take into account the neurological requirement by replacing the behavior with another behavior (such as snapping a rubber band on the wrist) and working to extinguish the unwanted behavior. \'a0 Someone who is trained in Dialectic Behavior Therapy and/or Interpersonal Neurobiology would most likely have the skills and means available to address this with you.", | "Self-harm has a way of becoming a go-to method of coping. When we get stuck using self-harm as a way to deal and manage emotions, when something serious happens it totally makes sense that that will be one the first things to go through the mind. It is its own kind of addiction. There is a therapy, DBT or, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which focusing on giving you new tools to get through hard times, understand and manage your emotions, to stay present and to deal with relationships. This one of the most effective interventions there is for self-harm. If you are interested in DBT, reach a local therapist in your area and ask if they do DBT or can recommend you to a DBT program. This can help immensely. Self-harm recovery is totally possible, but it is definitely hard work!", |
Why does it feel as if self-harm is an addiction?"I self-harm and I stop for awhile. Then when I see something sad or depressing I automatically want to self-harm." | "Self-harm has a way of becoming a go-to method of coping. When we get stuck using self-harm as a way to deal and manage emotions, when something serious happens it totally makes sense that that will be one the first things to go through the mind. It is its own kind of addiction. There is a therapy, DBT or, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which focusing on giving you new tools to get through hard times, understand and manage your emotions, to stay present and to deal with relationships. This one of the most effective interventions there is for self-harm. If you are interested in DBT, reach a local therapist in your area and ask if they do DBT or can recommend you to a DBT program. This can help immensely. Self-harm recovery is totally possible, but it is definitely hard work!", | "Self-harm has a way of becoming a go-to method of coping. When we get stuck using self-harm as a way to deal and manage emotions, when something serious happens it totally makes sense that that will be one the first things to go through the mind. It is its own kind of addiction. There is a therapy, DBT or, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which focusing on giving you new tools to get through hard times, understand and manage your emotions, to stay present and to deal with relationships. This one of the most effective interventions there is for self-harm. If you are interested in DBT, reach a local therapist in your area and ask if they do DBT or can recommend you to a DBT program. This can help immensely. Self-harm recovery is totally possible, but it is definitely hard work!", |
My apartment manager won't let me keep an emotional support dog"I have been diagnosed with general anxiety and depression by my family doctor. They wrote a prescription for me to have an emotional support dog I have the paper work and I gave it to my apartment manager. They said I can't keep the ESD because I'm not disabled. What do you suggest I do?" | "In a way, self-harm can present somewhat like an addiction. \'a0According to new research within the field of neuroscience there is a valid explanation for this. \'a0When a person cuts or uses other forms of self harm, the body produces endorphins to help make a person feel better. \'a0If a person was dealing with depression or high anxiety, that might be misinterpreted by the brain as a way to help oneself feel better and a new neural network or map might form (addiction) that would utilize this new behavior. \'a0Another way to look at it would be thru a behavioral lens, a positive reward for a behavior, even though the behavior has other long term negative consequences. \'a0Consider working with someone who can both have you work on and address those items that trigger your behavior and the root causes, in this case sadness or depression, and second find someone who can help give you alternatives that take into account the neurological requirement by replacing the behavior with another behavior (such as snapping a rubber band on the wrist) and working to extinguish the unwanted behavior. \'a0 Someone who is trained in Dialectic Behavior Therapy and/or Interpersonal Neurobiology would most likely have the skills and means available to address this with you.", | "This can be a difficult situation. \'a0Typically, only animals that are specifically trains to accomplish a specific task are legally protected as Service Animsls. Even though that can be very helpful, emotional support animals are not generally protected in the same way.You might not be able to make your landlord accommodate you. If possible, you may want to consider a different apparent that is more animal friendly.", |
My apartment manager won't let me keep an emotional support dog"I have been diagnosed with general anxiety and depression by my family doctor. They wrote a prescription for me to have an emotional support dog I have the paper work and I gave it to my apartment manager. They said I can't keep the ESD because I'm not disabled. What do you suggest I do?" | "This can be a difficult situation. \'a0Typically, only animals that are specifically trains to accomplish a specific task are legally protected as Service Animsls. Even though that can be very helpful, emotional support animals are not generally protected in the same way.You might not be able to make your landlord accommodate you. If possible, you may want to consider a different apparent that is more animal friendly.", | "Self-harm has a way of becoming a go-to method of coping. When we get stuck using self-harm as a way to deal and manage emotions, when something serious happens it totally makes sense that that will be one the first things to go through the mind. It is its own kind of addiction. There is a therapy, DBT or, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which focusing on giving you new tools to get through hard times, understand and manage your emotions, to stay present and to deal with relationships. This one of the most effective interventions there is for self-harm. If you are interested in DBT, reach a local therapist in your area and ask if they do DBT or can recommend you to a DBT program. This can help immensely. Self-harm recovery is totally possible, but it is definitely hard work!", |
My apartment manager won't let me keep an emotional support dog"I have been diagnosed with general anxiety and depression by my family doctor. They wrote a prescription for me to have an emotional support dog I have the paper work and I gave it to my apartment manager. They said I can't keep the ESD because I'm not disabled. What do you suggest I do?" | "At present, the American Disability Association (ADA) only allows protection and guiltiness for Service Animals, which is fall under a separate distinction from Emotional Support Animals.\'a0Emotional support animals are untrained animals (typically pets or other domestic animals) that provide wonderful services to their owners, and there are many benefits to having one.Service animals who are trained to provide specific services for an individual with limitations that make them fall under what the ADA defines as ""disabled"" are protected under specific laws, and must be accommodated in public places where the human they serve is present.\'a0While it may be beneficial to request that the therapist who ""prescribed"" the dog to you write a letter to the apartment manager, it sounds like the manager is aware of ADA guidelines, and the simplest course of action may be to find an alternative residence, if that is a plausible option.", | "Agree with the apartment manager's viewpoint that your disability is not a physical limitation.Ask the manager if they'd accept an explanatory letter from a therapist who is licensed to diagnosis emotional disabilities.If the answer is yes, then find a therapist who's willing to cooperate with what you need from them and find out this particular therapist's terms of working with you to compose such a letter.If the manager tells you ""no"", then find out who is above this person or entity and find out how to formally introduce your request to the board or apartment owner, or whoever actually is the legal owner of the building.", |
My apartment manager won't let me keep an emotional support dog"I have been diagnosed with general anxiety and depression by my family doctor. They wrote a prescription for me to have an emotional support dog I have the paper work and I gave it to my apartment manager. They said I can't keep the ESD because I'm not disabled. What do you suggest I do?" | "At present, the American Disability Association (ADA) only allows protection and guiltiness for Service Animals, which is fall under a separate distinction from Emotional Support Animals.\'a0Emotional support animals are untrained animals (typically pets or other domestic animals) that provide wonderful services to their owners, and there are many benefits to having one.Service animals who are trained to provide specific services for an individual with limitations that make them fall under what the ADA defines as ""disabled"" are protected under specific laws, and must be accommodated in public places where the human they serve is present.\'a0While it may be beneficial to request that the therapist who ""prescribed"" the dog to you write a letter to the apartment manager, it sounds like the manager is aware of ADA guidelines, and the simplest course of action may be to find an alternative residence, if that is a plausible option.", | "This is tricky because there are different types of emotional support dogs. The ones that are officially trained actually go through months of training and then are paired with someone for whom they perform specific tasks.You may benefit from looking at the blog written by Valerie Parrott, who has an emotional support dog due to severe anxiety and panic. I will warn you that her blog is very blunt, but she is honest and she has gone through this process:\'a0 |
My apartment manager won't let me keep an emotional support dog"I have been diagnosed with general anxiety and depression by my family doctor. They wrote a prescription for me to have an emotional support dog I have the paper work and I gave it to my apartment manager. They said I can't keep the ESD because I'm not disabled. What do you suggest I do?" | "Agree with the apartment manager's viewpoint that your disability is not a physical limitation.Ask the manager if they'd accept an explanatory letter from a therapist who is licensed to diagnosis emotional disabilities.If the answer is yes, then find a therapist who's willing to cooperate with what you need from them and find out this particular therapist's terms of working with you to compose such a letter.If the manager tells you ""no"", then find out who is above this person or entity and find out how to formally introduce your request to the board or apartment owner, or whoever actually is the legal owner of the building.", | "This is tricky because there are different types of emotional support dogs. The ones that are officially trained actually go through months of training and then are paired with someone for whom they perform specific tasks.You may benefit from looking at the blog written by Valerie Parrott, who has an emotional support dog due to severe anxiety and panic. I will warn you that her blog is very blunt, but she is honest and she has gone through this process:\'a0 |
How can I get my husband to listen to my needs and talk to me?"I tried telling my husband I was depressed and he ignored me. He said ""you're always sad or depressed."" And he picked up his phone and ignored me. I said ""Please don't exaggerate that isn't true."" And he said ""Whatever babe. You just want to be sad.""\
How can I get through to him so he will take me seriously?" | "This is so hard. It is hard for someone to understand what depression is without having experienced it themselves. Unfortunately people without depression sometimes mistake it as feeling sorry for ourselves or just moping around, which is not what depression is at all. Sometimes I think that it is easier for family members to see it as a choice than to admit that someone they love is hurting and they dont know what to do. If\'a0 he is willing, I wonder if there may be a depression support group in your area such as NAMI or DBSA where he could hear from from others living with depression and their families. If not, I wonder if you all might watch a documentary together such as No Kidding Me Too or Call me Crazy. If not that, ive sometimes encouraged folk to just leave some information on depression and how family can help like a pamphlet or handout on a table or around the house. We tend to get curious and read things we find on the table. Wishing you the best!", | "It can be hard for husbands to hear that their wife is unhappy.\'a0 By nature men tend to be more of the fix it type.\'a0 So if they are sad, they fix it.\'a0 If their wife is sad, they fix it.\'a0 He may feel helpless to help you and that may be why he is saying those things to you.\'a0 It's not that he doesn't care or that he doesn't take them seriously, he might just have no idea how to help.\'a0 I would start by making an appointment to talk with a therapist about your sadness.\'a0 Meeting with a therapist may help you to learn some tools and strategies that can help you to manage some of the sadness you are feeling.\'a0 A therapist can also help you to gain some understanding and insight into why you might be experiencing sadness.\'a0 Depression is not something you have to sit with, therapy can help.\'a0 Once your husband sees that you are being proactive in addressing your sadness/depression he will probably be more open to listening to you and supporting you.\'a0 He might start to have ideas and input on how you two can work together to change some of the situations or things that might be holding you bakc.", |
How can I get my husband to listen to my needs and talk to me?"I tried telling my husband I was depressed and he ignored me. He said ""you're always sad or depressed."" And he picked up his phone and ignored me. I said ""Please don't exaggerate that isn't true."" And he said ""Whatever babe. You just want to be sad.""\
How can I get through to him so he will take me seriously?" | "This is so hard. It is hard for someone to understand what depression is without having experienced it themselves. Unfortunately people without depression sometimes mistake it as feeling sorry for ourselves or just moping around, which is not what depression is at all. Sometimes I think that it is easier for family members to see it as a choice than to admit that someone they love is hurting and they dont know what to do. If\'a0 he is willing, I wonder if there may be a depression support group in your area such as NAMI or DBSA where he could hear from from others living with depression and their families. If not, I wonder if you all might watch a documentary together such as No Kidding Me Too or Call me Crazy. If not that, ive sometimes encouraged folk to just leave some information on depression and how family can help like a pamphlet or handout on a table or around the house. We tend to get curious and read things we find on the table. Wishing you the best!", | "Oh dear.From what you write, your husband doesn't have any interest to know about you and your sad feelings.Stay clear in understanding that you already did your part by asking him to listen and care about the way you feel.In this example, he told you he doesn't care.Its up to him to open his mind and heart to you.Depending on how motivated to continue asking him to hear you, try until you feel satisfied that you've given him enough chances to know who you are. \'a0 At a certain number of tries at this, you'll either have success or not.Just don't try forever because doing so will increase your depressed feelings.", |
How can I get my husband to listen to my needs and talk to me?"I tried telling my husband I was depressed and he ignored me. He said ""you're always sad or depressed."" And he picked up his phone and ignored me. I said ""Please don't exaggerate that isn't true."" And he said ""Whatever babe. You just want to be sad.""\
How can I get through to him so he will take me seriously?" | "Oh dear.From what you write, your husband doesn't have any interest to know about you and your sad feelings.Stay clear in understanding that you already did your part by asking him to listen and care about the way you feel.In this example, he told you he doesn't care.Its up to him to open his mind and heart to you.Depending on how motivated to continue asking him to hear you, try until you feel satisfied that you've given him enough chances to know who you are. \'a0 At a certain number of tries at this, you'll either have success or not.Just don't try forever because doing so will increase your depressed feelings.", | "It can be hard for husbands to hear that their wife is unhappy.\'a0 By nature men tend to be more of the fix it type.\'a0 So if they are sad, they fix it.\'a0 If their wife is sad, they fix it.\'a0 He may feel helpless to help you and that may be why he is saying those things to you.\'a0 It's not that he doesn't care or that he doesn't take them seriously, he might just have no idea how to help.\'a0 I would start by making an appointment to talk with a therapist about your sadness.\'a0 Meeting with a therapist may help you to learn some tools and strategies that can help you to manage some of the sadness you are feeling.\'a0 A therapist can also help you to gain some understanding and insight into why you might be experiencing sadness.\'a0 Depression is not something you have to sit with, therapy can help.\'a0 Once your husband sees that you are being proactive in addressing your sadness/depression he will probably be more open to listening to you and supporting you.\'a0 He might start to have ideas and input on how you two can work together to change some of the situations or things that might be holding you bakc.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "Thank you for sharing. It seems like since the ""winter blues"" happens to you every year it may also be impacting your quality of life and possibly relationships. What you report sounds like you may be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and is quite common to many from about fall thru winter seasons; but, also can impact folks during the Spring and summer months.The best care and treatment for SAD includes discussing it with your PCP (primary care physician), integrating light therapy (full-spectrum lighting) throughout home and workplace (where possible), psychotherapy, and possibly medications (e.g.\'a0Wellbutrin XL, Aplenzin).Be sure to exercise good self-care and checkout the Mayo Clinic's website for SAD here: |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "Light therapy is very helpful. You are not alone. The name for the condition is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). You might want to see a therapist to assist you putting in place a behavioral program to help change the way you feel.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "I am glad that you are getting ahead of this by noticing this seasonal pattern to your depression. Winter depression (seasonal affective) is something that affects a lot of people both people who also deal with other kinds of depression that happens to get worse in the winter as well as people who just deal with depression in the winter. Light affects how our bodies release and absorb neurotransmitters such as serotonin and most believe that a major contributing factor for winter depression is that we get less light when it is colder outside and darker outside. Exposure to light can make a big difference. If you are someone who is awake during the day (not someone who works the night shift :) )---one simple change you can make is keeping your curtains in your bedroom light enough as to let some light in in the morning. This will give you light right off the start of the day and can make it easier to get going in the morning. Beyond this, keeping windows cleared from blinds so that you get that natural light or even taking a short 10 or 15 minute walk each day can get you both light and exercise to help fight off the depression. Outside this, as others have suggested a light box is a popular method of warding off the depression however some of these may expose you to UV light and so this is something to check in with both with the light box manufacturer and with your doctor to make sure you have a good understanding of the risks and benefits for that. Lastly, just making sure you continue to do things that lift your mood, that you have time with other people, and that you reach out if you do find yourself in a space of needing help are all things you can do to ward off the depression. Wishing you well!", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "This is actually pretty common. When winter hits, we tend to find ourselves huddled inside from the cold. Not to mention the sun is out for a much shorter time. It will be helpful to get as much sunlight as possible. Get outside when you can. Open up the blinds and drapes. Use a sunlight if you want to (amazon has some for reasonable prices). Stay connected to friends and family. Try to engage in activities that make you feel positive, productive, and connected.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "Cold climate is often accompanied by grey skies, snow and\
ice. The elements along with wind, windchill and severely cold temperatures may\
lead to feelings of sadness, anxiety, and low energy. For some people these\
symptoms occur each year from late fall to early spring and may be suffering\
from a condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Whether you have\
been diagnosed with SAD or are finding yourself struggling with the \'93winter\
blues\'94 for the first time here are some suggestions for feeling better and\
staying healthy.1. Nutrition\'a0Most likely you have\
heard the term \'93comfort food.\'94 These foods and snacks are high in\
carbohydrates, sugar and fat. Avoid overeating cookies, cakes and candy. Chose\
vegetables, fruit and protein for snacks and plan balanced meals. If you find\
yourself wanting to eat or snack throughout the day, ask yourself why you are\
eating. Are you hungry? Or Are you eating because you are bored?2. AlcoholKeep in mind that alcohol is a depressant so consuming wine,\
beer or liquor when already feeling sad, anxious or depressed will only add to\
your symptoms. Do not consume alcohol while engaging in outdoor activities such\
as snow removal, skiing, or ice fishing. If you find yourself reaching for an\
additional glass of wine or beer be mindful and ask whether you are doing it\
due to boredom. Instead of mindlessly taking another glass of alcohol, drink a\
glass of water. 3. SunlightGet\
out in the sunlight or brightly lit spaces, especially early in the day.4. Be activeIf you are unable to go to your favorite gym, exercise class\
or go for a run, find a way to stay active in your home. There are a lot of\
short, instructional programs available on YouTube that you can follow to do\
some gently yoga, dance, or do strengthening exercises using only your body\
weight.5.\'a0 Reach out for help\
Confide in someone you trust about how you are feeling. Do\
not hesitate to contact a counselor if you feel that you are becoming more\
depressed and anxious. If you experience thoughts of suicide call the National\
Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "First of all, it is excellent that you are self aware and able to identify the pattern to your moods. Many people suffer from the winter blues, which is called Seasonal Affective Disorder.\'a0 Some people notice that during the Fall and Winter months, they tend to struggle with signs and symptoms of depression such as sadness or hopelessness, lethargy, sleeping to much or too little, changes in appetite, loss of interest in usual interests, and possibly suicidal thoughts.\'a0 It would be best to consult with a therapist experienced in this disorder, as they will be able to guide you towards possible solutions such as changing negative thought patterns, light therapy, exercise, nutritional support, and possibly medication.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "Many peope uffer from changes in mood when the winter time comes. The amount of daylight hours decreases significantly. Most times it is dark when you go to work and dark when you return home. There are special lights that can be used during the winter season to counteract the ""winter time blues."" Also, paying attention to self care. Are you sleeping enough, attending to physical illness? Exercising and eating a balanced diet? Make sure to schedule fun activities and spend time with loved ones.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "About 3 million people in the United States suffer from seasonal affective disorder. Seasonal affective disorder or seasonal depression occurs during the same season every year. You might have feel feeling depressed the past two winters, but cheered up during the warmer months. Or you may have felt down during the summer.Everyone could get seasonal depression, but it tends to be much more common in :People who have families who have SADWomenIndividuals between 15 and 55 years oldIndividuals who live in an areas where winter daylight time is very shortNo mental health experts are exactly sure of what specifically causes SAD, but many think lack of sunlight is a big trigger. This lack of light could mess up your circadian rhythms or cause problems with serotonin which is the chemical that affects your mood.You might be wondering if you have seasonal depression or SAD. Here are the symptoms:Feeling grumpy, sad , nervous of having mood swingsAnhedonia or lack of pleasure in things you normally loveEating much more or less than usualGaining weightSleeping a lot more than you normally do, but still feeling sluggingDifficulty concentratingIt is so important to look at SAD in a holistic manner before getting diagnosed. In addition to therapy, it's crucial to see your doctor so she or he can run blood tests to rule out any other conditions that may be making you feel blue. One of these common ones is hypothyroidism or low thyroid. At Makin Wellness, we could do the mental heath assessment .TreatmentThere are multiple ways to help treat seasonal depression. Light therapy can be used, but counseling is one of the most effective ways of treating SAD. Cognitive behavioral therapy with a skilled therapist can help you learn more about seasonal depression , how to manage your symptoms and ways to prevent future episodes. Medication can also be prescribed and taken to help alleviate some or your symptoms. Antidepressants such as Zoloft, Effexor and Wellbutrin are most commonly prescribed for SAD. Be sure to talk with your doctor and therapist about any side effects from your medication.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "One theory is that instead of ""fighting"" your feelings, accept your sad feelings and work with them. \'a0 Feeling sad may open many doors to reflect and make peace with the source of your sadness.Also, I believe fighting against the natural cycle of rest and hibernation may not even be possible to succeed. \'a0 Winter for most creatures is a time of withdrawal and slowdown. \'a0Our bodies and moods are part of nature as well. \'a0Fighting what is part of nature seems like a tiring fight which the person will lose.Last point, there are the winter holidays to break up the dark and cold of winter. \'a0 Maybe you can invent some of your own winter celebrations so you'll have a few gatherings to look forward to hosting.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "Sometimes its quite literally the lack of sunshine that can affect our mood - in these cases it can be worth experimenting with a sun lamp, to boost your dose of vitamin D, when the sun isn't naturally out. Also consider, what is it that the change in weather, changes in your life? If for example, when its sunny you are an outdoorsy, active person and when the weather changes, you're whole activity level changes along with it, you could explore how to get some of that activity replicated indoors in the winter months.", |
How can I best fight the winter blues?Every winter I find myself getting sad because of the weather. How can I fight this? | "I would suggest some holistic approaches, such as getting your Vitamin D and iron levels checked. Make sure you are eating well, exercising, and getting outside when you can. Take a trip to someplace warm if possible. Use a sun lamp in the morning for 30 minutes to simulate sunlight. Seek professional health to gain coping skills and other ways to manage symptoms.", | "Change your total daily routine, different route, different lunch, different afternoon.\'a0 Sit outside for 10 minutes three times every day, use a therapy light during the day, aroma-therapy oils for stimulation, but....keep your routine bedtimes and wake up times......and exercise at least 3 times per week,\'a0 if after several weeks you are not feeling better....talk with your doctor.", |
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