Showing posts with label Mental Health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mental Health. Show all posts

Sunday, May 27, 2012

Chiropractic Helps Relieve Pinched Nerves In Shreveport, Louisiana Effectively

Chiropractic Helps Relieve Pinched Nerves In Shreveport, Louisiana Effectively

For anyone who is suffering and in need of relief from pinched nerves then seeking out a Shreveport chiropractor will best help them. These individuals are well suited in dealing with the underlying issues that bother people who are suffering with any form of nerve pain.


Many people are concerned about how and why they might be feeling pain. Quite commonly the issues is connected to a persons posture. This can have a tremendous effect on the way and manner in which they feel pain. Pain centers become aggravated and quite frankly the only way to solve the situation is via the intervention of a quality practitioner.

Sunday, May 6, 2012

Causes of Migraine

Causes of Migraine

A migraine is a severe ache in the head that may disturb our daily life. Many people suffer from migraines, but ignore it due to their busy schedules. Read on to know the causes of migraines.


Over 20 million residents in the USA alone, suffer from migraine. It has affected the female population more than the male population. It can be detrimental to our daily lives. Even though medical technology is so advanced, migraine have still not been studied, diagnosed, or treated in a satisfactory manner. Moreover, people pay no heed to headaches which could easily be a migraine. They ignore the pain, assuming that it is just a temporary headache that take care of itself in no time.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Diet for Ulcerative Colitis

Diet for Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative colitis is an Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) that causes inflammation of the bowels. A diet plan can play a key role in curing a person suffering from this disease...


Ulcerative colitis affects the large intestine (the colon) and the rectum. This disease causes inflammation and sores called ulcers in the colon's inner lining and the rectal wall, which becomes red, swollen, and ulcerated. These ulcers later bleed and produce pus. Inflammation in the colon causes the colon to empty frequently, eventually causing diarrhea. It affects people of all age groups, but is usually more common between the ages of 15 and 30, and less between the ages of 50 and 70. Ulcerative colitis affects men and women equally and can also be hereditary.

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Diet for Lovers

Diet for Lovers

The diet for lovers is based not only on the everyday diet consisting of foods that are good for you, but it also takes into consideration the needs of sexually active people who must have the appropriate sugar level in their blood. In order to function successfully, the nerves, brains and glands require sugar in the form of glucose (a simple sugar used by cells as a source of energy and metabolic intermediate). When the level of glucose decreases, all organs and systems responsible for sexual function weaken, and it can potentially cause serious malfunctions.


In order to avoid the decrease of sugar's level we should be on the lookout against slowing down of the reactions of glands producing adrenalin, which will lead to the sugar contained in the liver being discharged slower. We should take measure against weakening of the liver, which will allow the excess sugar to get into bloodstream. Another thing to be concerned is the ability of the pancreatic gland to adequately react to the need of. If it produces too much of it, it can lead to the excessively fast disintegration of the sugar contained in the blood. Poor diet is another big factor, especially the consumption of products that contain too much refined carbohydrates. There is an especially high amount of them in regular sugar. Therefore the diet containing an excessive amount of regular sugar negatively affects the reproductive system. And although it is true that the abundance of refined carbohydrates in the digestive system's organs will temporarily increase the energy level of the body, you can lose these sexual attributes in just fifteen minutes because of the intense production of insulin. Consuming regular sugar will lead to your emotional and physical condition resembling riding on a swing - a huge rush of energy is followed by a deep depression and apathy.

Saturday, March 17, 2012

Depression Natural Cures - Lift Your Mood Nauturally and Quickly !

Depression Natural Cures - Lift Your Mood Nauturally and Quickly !

Depression is an illness, and it has been shown to affect no less than 6% of any sample population (America for example) at any given period.


Depression is an illness, and it has been shown to affect no less than 6% of any sample population (America for example) at any given period.


The percent may indeed be much higher at times of stress. Many sufferers need medical attention; as the depression does not just go away on its own, here we are going to show you some simple natural cures.


Depression has basically three levels of severity; mild, moderate, and acute (meaning severe).


Mild depression is described as the sufferer having difficulty in with their normal daily activities.

Thursday, March 15, 2012

Depression Medicine - Is this the Best Cure for Depression?

Depression Medicine - Is this the Best Cure for Depression?

There are various ways in which depression can manifest. So is depression medicine the best cure for depression? Read on to know..


Despite our best guesses, no one is exactly sure what causes depression. There are also various ways in which depression can manifest. It is hard to tell whether or not someone will develop this condition, and the best way of figuring out whether or not a medication will work for a given individual is to try it out. However, do not let these facts discourage you because for some people, depression medicine can help. So, you must be wondering to yourself, depression medicine - is this the best cure for depression?

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Depression Doesn't Halt the Uprising of Natural Products

Depression Doesn't Halt the Uprising of Natural Products

As a consumer in a world of clever branding and marketing, one ought to know the facts to make an informed decisions about the products you buy.


Many people are beginning to use natural and organic personal care products. These products are promising a way of cleansing your body using natural minerals and ingredients. Thus, avoiding the harsh chemicals used in everyday personal care products. The natural ingredients found in these natural products are said to promote the natural healing process of the body.


The U.S. natural health and beauty care market will reach sales of $12 billion in 2014 as reported by a market research company located in New York. Even with last year's depressing economy, the natural products market grew 8% and near $7 billion dollars; this is fairly strong compared with the dip some other markets have taken in the past year.

Depression Counseling

Depression Counseling

Depression is a state of mind, which results in sadness and frustration. There are numerous remedies to treat this condition. Depression counseling is one of the effective ways to overcome depression and improve mental health.


Many people suffer from a feeling of anxiety, guilt, unworthiness and constant fatigue. All these signs indicate depression, a mood disorder. Depression is a stage of extreme dejection or feeling of inadequacy and hopelessness. It is often characterized by certain physical symptoms. There are various types of depression such as atypical depression, major depression, dysthymia, postpartum depression and seasonal affective disorder. People suffering from depression find it difficult to perform the daily activities and lose their interest in life.

Thursday, March 8, 2012

Depression at its best

Depression at its best

Short story about a teen dealing with depression...


Its amazing how one simple break up with a boy took her to hell.


She used to be so happy so cheerful so full of life and energy..


then..


She turned to drugs, alcohol, shut out her family and friends,


left them to watch her as she suffered..


It was a crazy time for her, I still remember her first cut..


She was all alone, drunk.. Needed some way to express her self..


And she found it.. She was still in love with her first boyfriend,


Her first love..


He found pleasure in making her feel like nothing a slut.


So when that cold blade first touched her skin she felt a sigh of relief in her life.

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Depression and Anxiety

Millions of people suffer from some form of depression or anxiety disorder, and studies have shown that quite often they coexist. Understanding depression and anxiety is the key to treating and curing the problem. Depression and anxiety overlap on so many occasions with different people that doctors are now beginning to realize that depression and anxiety are in fact the same illness.


Everybody will experience a moment of feeling sad in their lives, this is perfectly natural and usually it passes. Many things can cause this sadness from a death in the family, loss of a job or even very normal disappointments. These things will cause a mild depression and some people will also experience anxiety when stressful situations arise. These feelings are all perfectly normal and won't need to be treated by anyone as they will pass on their own.

Sunday, September 18, 2011

LSD

LSD


Lysergic acid diethylamide


LSD (Lysergic acid diethylamide), first synthesized in 1938, is the most potent hallucinogen known to man. It is manufactured from lysergic acid, which is found in ergot, a fungus that grows on rye and other grains.


LSD is produced in crystalline form and then mixed with excipients, or diluted as a liquid for production in ingestible forms. It is odorless, colorless and has a slightly bitter taste. LSD is sold in tablet form (usually small tablets known as Microdots), on Sugar Cubes, in thin squares of gelatin (commonly referred to as Window Panes), and most commonly, as blotter paper (sheets of absorbent paper soaked in or impregnated with LSD, covered with colorful designs or artwork, and perforated into one-quarter inch square, individual dosage units).

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Herbal Cures For Insomnia

When people are not able to sleep the first thing they do is to go for sleeping pills. People consider this as an option after spending sleepless nights for a long period. And this makes them to believe that they have a sleep problem.


The point is that it is well known that sleeping pills are addictive in nature and if you continue to take them, the dosage that you may require to actually get to sleep will increase over time. Eventually, there comes a stage where the highest potency of the pill also does not help you sleep peacefully.


If this was not enough, sleeping pills are also known to cause side effects like drowsiness, lack of focus and slow motor reactions, which are basically symptoms of insomnia that you want to avoid in the first place.

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Swine flu ethics

Hong Kong says it will detain in hospital anyone arriving there who has a fever, at least until it can be proven that they don't have swine flu.


Hardly a surprising reaction by a place that was the epicentre of the SARS outbreak six years ago, but it raises interesting ethical questions about the needs of the many versus the rights of individuals.


Is it ethical to effectively jail someone merely on the suspicion of illness? On the other hand, with thousands, perhaps millions, of lives at stake if this thing becomes a pandemic, would it unethical not to detain people?


Tough questions, to be sure, but ones that I suspect we'll be hearing more about in the coming days as swine flu continues scaring people around the world.

Friday, May 20, 2011

Paxil costs Glaxo $1 billion or more: report

Settling lawsuits over its controversial anti-depressant Paxil has cost Glaxo SmithKline some $1-billion in court-ordered and out-of-court settlements, Bloomberg News reports.


I don’t think this is within the boundaries of current assumptions for analysts.” Navid Malik, an analyst at Matrix Corporate Capital in London, is quoted as saying.


Another analyst, Savvas Neophytou, a Panmure Gordon analyst in London, says a $1.5 billion liability is possible.


The settlements result from suits in which people taking the drug caused them to contemplate suicide or birth defects in their children. In each of the cases, the plaintiffs allege that Glaxo knew of the dangers.

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Tricyclic Antidepressants - Uses and Precautions

Type of drug:


Antidepressants; mood-elevating agents.


How the Drug Works:


Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) appear to adjust or rebalance the brain's own natural chemicals (neurotransmitters), which control mood, feelings, and behaviors. The effect may take a few weeks (1 to 4) to be noticed.


Uses:


For the relief of symptoms of depression (except clomipramine).


Clomipramine: Only for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder.


Doxepin: To treat anxiety.


Imipramine: For the treatment of bedwetting in children 6 years of age and older after possible organic causes have been excluded by appropriate tests.

Thursday, May 12, 2011

Side Effects of Androgens and Androgens

Type of Drug:Male hormones.


How the Drug Works:


lostosterone is the primary natural androgen (male sex hormone) produced by the testes. Androgens promote normal growth and development of male sex organs (eg, prostate, seminal vesicles, penis, scrotum) and affect fertility. They also produce the distinctive male characterisis of hair distribution, voice depth,


Uses:


To treat testosterone deficiency. Prolonged treatment is required to maintain male sex characteristics.


For hormone deficiency due to developmental defects of the testes. To treat delayed male puberty (brief treatment with low doses) in carefully selected patients. To treat male impotence caused by androgen deficiency (methyl testosterone only).

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Guidelines for Usage Of Tricyclic Antidepressants

Use exactly as prescribed.


Lower dosages are recommended for elderly, adolescent, and outpatients, as compared to hospitalized patients who will be under close supervision. Initiate dosage at a low level and increase gradually, noting carefully the clinical response and any evidence of intolerance. Once depressive symptoms are controlled, maintenance doses will be required for a longer period of time, at the lowest dose that will maintain symptom control.


For many of these medicines, it is not possible to prescribe a single dos­age schedule that is therapeutically effective in all patients. Consequently, the recommended dosage regimens are only a guide, which may be modified by factors such as age, chronic disease, severity of the disease, medical condition of the patient, and degree of psychotherapeutic support.