Monthly Archives: August 2016

The truth behind medication for anxiety

A variety of medications have been found helpful in treating anxiety disorders, but none of them work for every person. While selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) andserotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) are considered the first-line treatment for many anxiety disorders,2 each … Continue reading

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Research observes effects of mental health issues on telomeres and aging

It has become widely thought among healthcare professionals and the public alike that mental health affects physical well-being. New research suggests that depression and anxiety may speed up the aging process, leading to the development of chronic disease. Here, I … Continue reading

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Improving COPD by treating anxiety and depression

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) causes difficulty breathing and progressively gets worse. COPD is also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis.Past studies report that COPD patients often also suffer from anxiety and depression due to symptoms such as chronic coughing … Continue reading

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A less traditional class of drugs could offer effective treatment for PTSD

Xin-hui Xie, M.D. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious anxiety disorder that results from exposure to a traumatic experience or from witnessing a life-threatening event such as violence, abuse, accident, war, disaster, or any situation that seriously threatens the … Continue reading

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These antidepressants may have limited effectiveness

Doctors often prescribe antidepressants, such as paroxetine (Paxil), fluvoxamine (Luvox), or sertraline (Zoloft), for the treatment of anxiety. Many antidepressants fall into the category of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and are approved for the treatment of anxiety … Continue reading

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Soul that’s True

Life is crazy and unfair We cripe about it Fight for it It’s ours Still we long to love it our way Wasted years to find reasons to make It more meaningful Wasting more Regretting We haven’t proved it yet For things … Continue reading

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Truly Want

I am powerful Whatever I set my mind on Having I will have Whatever I decide to do I will be It’s all around me It has brought me to where I am right now I have made the choices … Continue reading

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Stop Feeling Inferior Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I am important I am equal to my peers I restrain from comparing myself to others I am a strong, independent individual I am unique I have individual strengths I am comfortable with my weaknesses I overcome … Continue reading

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Public Speaking Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I am a confident public speaker I am relaxed when speaking publicly I am at my best when speaking to a large crowd I am excited and positive when giving a public speech I am a naturally … Continue reading

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Become More Assertive Positive Affirmations

Present Tense Affirmations I am assertive I speak my mind I tell others how I feel I stand up for myself I am confident when talking to others I am firm with others when needed I set boundaries and tell … Continue reading

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