Monday, March 3, 2008
Panic Attacks
What kind of medication do you use to try to cope with panic attacks? I have found xanax to be effective but it can be very addicting. Is there an all natural cure for panic attacks?
Found this review. Great information on Panic disorders
Reviewer Info: Paul Ballas, D.O., Department of Psychiatry, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.; ADAM Health Illustrated Encyclopedia, 07/25/2006
http://www.healthline.com/adamcontent/panic-disorder
http://www.healthline.com/adamcontent/panic-disorder
What drug ads say and don't say
What Drug Ads Really Say (And Don't Say)
You've no doubt noticed the onslaught of pharmaceutical ads on television these past few years. While some people believe the ads are bringing attention to misunderstood medical conditions, other people believe they are leading to over-diagnosis. Consumer Reports has begun a series of AdWatch videos, which analyze pharmaceutical ads.
The AdWatch videos show the ad with additional commentary explaining how the drug works, how the ad might be misleading, and what sensible alternatives to taking the drug might be. Their most recent video analyzes the ad for Rozerem, a sleep aide. You're probably familiar with the ad that includes Abraham Lincoln and a talking beaver from the insomniac's dreams.
What do you think of drug ads on TV? Are they helping sick people get diagnosed correctly or are they creating a society that overuses medications? Comments?
You've no doubt noticed the onslaught of pharmaceutical ads on television these past few years. While some people believe the ads are bringing attention to misunderstood medical conditions, other people believe they are leading to over-diagnosis. Consumer Reports has begun a series of AdWatch videos, which analyze pharmaceutical ads.
The AdWatch videos show the ad with additional commentary explaining how the drug works, how the ad might be misleading, and what sensible alternatives to taking the drug might be. Their most recent video analyzes the ad for Rozerem, a sleep aide. You're probably familiar with the ad that includes Abraham Lincoln and a talking beaver from the insomniac's dreams.
What do you think of drug ads on TV? Are they helping sick people get diagnosed correctly or are they creating a society that overuses medications? Comments?
MANAGING YOUR PERSISTENT FEARS, DEPRESSION, AND EVERY DAY ANXIETIES
Everybody deals with anxiety and depression, however some people have a hard time in managing it. As a result, here is a brief list of techniques that a person can use to help manage their most persistent fears and every day anxieties.
When facing a current or upcoming task that overwhelms you with a lot of anxiety, the first thing you can do is to divide the task into a series of smaller steps. Completing these smaller tasks one at a time will make the stress more manageable and increases your chances of success.
Sometimes we get stressed out when everything happens all at once. When this happens, a person should take a deep breath and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their mind off of the problem. A person could get some fresh air, listen to some music, or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things.
A person should visualize a red stop sign in their mind when they encounter a fear provoking thought. When the negative thought comes, a person should think of a red stop sign that serves as a reminder to stop focusing on that thought and to think of something else. A person can then try to think of something positive to replace the negative thought.
Another technique that is very helpful is to have a small notebook of positive statements that makes you feel good. Whenever you come across an affirmation that makes you feel good, write it down in a small notebook that you can carry around with you in your pocket. Whenever you feel depressed or frustrated, open up your small notebook and read those statements. This will help to manage your negative thinking.
Learn to take it one day at a time. Instead of worrying about how you will get through the rest of the week, try to focus on today. Each day can provide us with different opportunities to learn new things and that includes learning how to deal with your problems. You never know when the answers you are looking for will come to your doorstep. We may be ninety-nine percent correct in predicting the future, but all it takes is for that one percent to make a world of difference.
Take advantage of the help that is available around you. If possible, talk to a professional who can help you manage your depression and anxieties. They will be able to provide you with additional advice and insights on how to deal with your current problem. By talking to a professional, a person will be helping themselves in the long run because they will become better able to deal with their problems in the future. Remember that it never hurts to ask for help.
Dealing with our persistent fears is not easy. Remember that all you can do is to do your best each day, hope for the best, and take things in stride. Patience, persistence, education, and being committed in trying to solve your problem will go along way in fixing your problems.
When facing a current or upcoming task that overwhelms you with a lot of anxiety, the first thing you can do is to divide the task into a series of smaller steps. Completing these smaller tasks one at a time will make the stress more manageable and increases your chances of success.
Sometimes we get stressed out when everything happens all at once. When this happens, a person should take a deep breath and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their mind off of the problem. A person could get some fresh air, listen to some music, or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things.
A person should visualize a red stop sign in their mind when they encounter a fear provoking thought. When the negative thought comes, a person should think of a red stop sign that serves as a reminder to stop focusing on that thought and to think of something else. A person can then try to think of something positive to replace the negative thought.
Another technique that is very helpful is to have a small notebook of positive statements that makes you feel good. Whenever you come across an affirmation that makes you feel good, write it down in a small notebook that you can carry around with you in your pocket. Whenever you feel depressed or frustrated, open up your small notebook and read those statements. This will help to manage your negative thinking.
Learn to take it one day at a time. Instead of worrying about how you will get through the rest of the week, try to focus on today. Each day can provide us with different opportunities to learn new things and that includes learning how to deal with your problems. You never know when the answers you are looking for will come to your doorstep. We may be ninety-nine percent correct in predicting the future, but all it takes is for that one percent to make a world of difference.
Take advantage of the help that is available around you. If possible, talk to a professional who can help you manage your depression and anxieties. They will be able to provide you with additional advice and insights on how to deal with your current problem. By talking to a professional, a person will be helping themselves in the long run because they will become better able to deal with their problems in the future. Remember that it never hurts to ask for help.
Dealing with our persistent fears is not easy. Remember that all you can do is to do your best each day, hope for the best, and take things in stride. Patience, persistence, education, and being committed in trying to solve your problem will go along way in fixing your problems.
Friday, February 29, 2008
Panic attacks are real
The reason that I know this is because I suffer from them. I would like to dedicate this blog to the folks who suffer from panic and anxiety attacks.
I still up to this day suffer from panic attacks. It started for me in college and I still have them. A lot or nothing can trigger them. The last episode I had was around the Christmas holiday. It manifested itself in dizziness and I knew it was a panic attach and anxiety but there was nothing I could do to control it.
flying and other activities seem to always aggrivate it. Not sure how to get it fixed but I am open to suggestions. So welcome aboard and hope we can journey through this together.
I still up to this day suffer from panic attacks. It started for me in college and I still have them. A lot or nothing can trigger them. The last episode I had was around the Christmas holiday. It manifested itself in dizziness and I knew it was a panic attach and anxiety but there was nothing I could do to control it.
flying and other activities seem to always aggrivate it. Not sure how to get it fixed but I am open to suggestions. So welcome aboard and hope we can journey through this together.
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