Bipolar depression is often thought of as one of the scariest forms of depressive disorders. It can seem ominous and dangerous. The truth about bipolar depression lies beyond the myths. Let’s talk about what bipolar depression really is all about. This disorder has been referred to by many names....
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You hear the term all the time from different people saying that they just panicked in a stressful situation. When describing such a panic attack, they may say they have a panic disorder.
In many cases, these individuals have formulated their own ideas about what constitutes a panic attack or disorder...
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Massages run the gamut from soothing and gentle to rigorous and more intense. If you tend towards the former, a Thai massage might be the next type of massage therapy you try. It is easy on the body with amazing results.
The ancient basis of massages was for total body wellness. People visited doctors...
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What is the difference between bulimia and anorexia nervosa?
Bulimia and anorexia nervosa are eating disorders that are classified as psychological problems. Both disorders can — and often do — cause serious and even deadly consequences.
While anorexia nervosa involves starving yourself...
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Panic attacks are often hidden from others, even our doctor. But, just like other undisclosed conditions, panic attacks can escalate, worsen, and cause other unhealthy conditions to develop. It is important to know when it is time to seek medical help.
Regardless of race, gender, or religious background,...
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Statistical data has shown that there is a rise in the rate of suicides in the winter months, especially around the holidays. But is the rise a direct correlating to the holidays, or could these cases of the “winter blues” be caused by something more? For some, this winter depression is actually...
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Eating is a part of life. Your body gets its nutrients from food. Sometimes we can go overboard with our eating habits and it can result in gaining weight. One issue with food is emotional eating.
The problem of emotional eating may end with the scale but it begins in the mind. Stress takes its toll...
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The Geranium is a perennial flowering plant, also known as Crane’s Bill or Alum Root plant, that is known as a powerful antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral. The petals and the leaves of the geranium are commonly used by herbalists in the form of a steam distilled essential oil or as a dried...
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Contrary to what some might believe, depression is an illness just like any other. It has causes and symptoms just like any other illness. The symptoms of depression enable the diagnosis of the condition since the brain can’t be cut open to find the ‘disease.’ Recovery begins first...
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Panic attacks happen when, for some reason, your body goes into the ?fight or flight? response to a perceived danger. These attacks come on without warning and can last several minutes or longer. The cause for such an attack may be unseen and unknown. When panic attacks occur on a regular basis, you...
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