Mood & Anxiety Disorders - Ask for Help


We all have ups and downs and good and bad days, but blues that last for a month or longer are cause for concerns. Many people experience mood and anxiety disorders, yet only a fraction seek help. It is very important to learn how to pick therapist and ask for help.

If you are feeling gloomy, inadequate, worried, upset and with low self confidence, you need to talk with a professional. Find therapist before you reach dangerous depression level and put your health in serious risk.

Seeing a professional will give you insights into how you handle tough situations and help you to change your behavior. Good professional will help you feel relieved and at the same time you will learn how to talk about your problems. You don't have to keep everything inside, and of course, there's no need to be frightened or ashamed about getting help. Your therapy doesn't have to be continuous or prolonged. Just make sure you are ready to address your issues honestly.

Liking your therapist is the most important factor in getting the best help and have effective therapy. Keep in mind that you are going to talk about your very private things. So, choose therapist you feel most comfortable.

Cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT is the most common treatment. It helps treat depression and anxiety. Depression and anxiety are two of the most common reasons for seeking professional help. CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) is based on the relationship between what you feel, think and do, and how your feelings can impact your well being.

While most therapists can help with a variety of problems like panic attacks and depression, for more serious problems that are disabling or possibility that can put your life at risk (suicidal thoughts) you will need doctor who is specialized in psychiatry. Psychiatrists are doctors who are specialized in psychiatry after medical school. They can deal with the most serious cases, prescribe medication and give counseling. They are also trained to use variety of psychological tests that will reveal your personal characteristics and help them understand you. Psychological tests will also help your therapist deal with your problems and help them find proper therapy for you.

Pretty much anyone can use title therapist or counselor, so you might wish to ask your family doctor for referral or go through the official counseling association to find one. Just make sure that you are dealing with qualified and certified person who can really help with your issues.

Many treatments start to be effective in two to three weeks and help you feel better in four to six weeks.

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Did You Know?

Numerous studies show that depression strikes twice as many women as men.

About one third of people suffering from depression don't even get help and most people don't recognize that their symptoms are due to depression.

Common symptoms of depression are often headaches, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, sleeping problems, lack of energy, loss of interest in sex, an inability to experience pleasure, loss of self-esteem and appetite change.

With Binaural Beats technology it is possible to bring the frequencies of the brain to a Low Delta State that will provide DNA stimulation and promote DNA Healing.

Deep breathing helps to trigger your body's relaxation response which helps it return to homeostasis, a state in which blood pressure, heart rate, hormone levels, and other vital functions are maintained within a narrow range of normal.

Proper circulation encouraged by deep breathing exercises can help remove waste from your tissues. Also, oxygen exchange becomes more efficient in the lungs.

Deep breathing appears to stimulate the vagus nerve (which is the longest nerve of the autonomic nervous system in the human body and an important part of parasympathetic nervous system), which works to control muscles that regulate breathing, circulation of blood and many other functions you normally take for granted.

High level of acute stress can impair learning and memory. Too little stress and individuals are not challenged enough to improve. Too much stress, and the challenges become stressors that can impair physical and emotional health. If a stressor persists or if several stressors occur in succession, general exhaustion results.

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"Transformation is always an inside-out process." ~ Heidi DuPree

Coping with Stress

People are under more stress than ever, experts say, and it's certainly not heart-healthy. How you respond to it is what determines whether you become totally stressed out or you can manage it and maintain your serenity. For the stress you can't avoid, develop a range of stress-management techniques and strategies. Here are some ways to relieve stress:

Take a moment to relax. Sit in a comfortable chair and practice deep breathing for 5 to 10 minutes. Stress is most damaging if it's unrelenting. Even a few moments of relaxation, mini breaks, stretching, walking or talking with a friend -- can help.

Visualize your happy place. Visualize a relaxing, peaceful place and imagine yourself experiencing it as vividly as possible; you might "hear" the soothing sound of a waterfall or "feel" a gentle breeze on your skin. Stay there as long as you can.

Talk it out. Poor communication is often a source of stress. If you have concerns about your work load, your school, your job, your family, your children or your partner, discuss them.

Exercise helps. Exercise strengthens muscles in your body, including your heart, and improves your circulation so your body can withstand stress. Aerobic activities (which, depending on your fitness level) can include tennis, volleyball, running, swimming and walking are ideal.

Make a social connections. Not having others to talk with only adds to the stress in your life, and can even lead to depression. It is good idea to become involved in church, social or volunteer activities.


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but it is important to know your limitations and take time to relax." ~ Knowledgefun.com
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