<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><?xml-stylesheet href="http://www.blogger.com/styles/atom.css" type="text/css"?><feed xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom' xmlns:openSearch='http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearchrss/1.0/' xmlns:blogger='http://schemas.google.com/blogger/2008' xmlns:georss='http://www.georss.org/georss' xmlns:gd="http://schemas.google.com/g/2005" xmlns:thr='http://purl.org/syndication/thread/1.0'><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5478817263276556510</id><updated>2013-08-27T15:31:15.471-07:00</updated><category term="Health"/><category term="Mental health"/><category term="Anxiety"/><category term="Posttraumatic stress disorder"/><category term="Disorders"/><category term="Anxiety disorder"/><category term="ptsd"/><category term="Depression"/><category term="Anger management"/><category term="American Psychiatric Association"/><category term="Post-traumatic Stress"/><category term="Afghanistan"/><category term="Stress"/><category term="Alternative"/><category term="employees 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Timothy works with Veterans, Athletes, and Entertainers all over the world helping them to overcome their own personal challenges while rebuilding their lives.&#xa;He is the author of 7 books and over 1100 articles on PTSD Bipolar, Depression and Self Empowerment.</subtitle><link rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://rainmakerty.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/5478817263276556510/posts/default'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://rainmakerty.blogspot.com/'/><link rel='hub' href='http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/'/><link rel='next' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/5478817263276556510/posts/default?start-index=26&amp;max-results=25'/><author><name>Timothy Kendrick</name><uri>https://plus.google.com/112781163040651607863</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//lh4.googleusercontent.com/-XjdKjYq_os4/AAAAAAAAAAI/AAAAAAAAAAA/-rYSmV62PPc/s512-c/photo.jpg'/></author><generator version='7.00' uri='http://www.blogger.com'>Blogger</generator><openSearch:totalResults>375</openSearch:totalResults><openSearch:startIndex>1</openSearch:startIndex><openSearch:itemsPerPage>25</openSearch:itemsPerPage><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5478817263276556510.post-2611118144514911090</id><published>2013-05-16T07:13:00.001-07:00</published><updated>2013-05-16T07:13:19.763-07:00</updated><title type='text'>How To Access The Super Conscious Mind With Subconscious Mind ...</title><content type='html'>&lt;br&gt; Whether you believe past lives are actual events that happened to another &quot;you&quot; before you became who you are now, or just a metaphor to describe complicated psychological issues, it can be incredibly useful to tap into these past lives. They can be an enormous resource that can give you incredible guidance when going through problems today. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Many believe in something called the &quot;Super Conscious Mind.&quot; This is the collection of all intelligence that exists, has existed, or will exist in the universe. It exists outside the boundaries of time or space. It is accessible to everyone through the subconscious mind. If there is any information regarding your past lives that you&#39;d like to have access to, you can easily become aware of it through the power of your subconscious. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; This will require a bit more focus than normal subconscious mind work, where you are programming yourself for a goal or some other behavior. Getting in touch with the super conscious requires a bit more patience, but it is well worth it. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; With normal subconscious mind programming, you get into a relaxed, lazy state, and begin to repeat your affirmations with feeling and expectation. With enough repetition and consistency, your subconscious will take on these ideas as true, and they will manifest themselves as if by magic. In reality your subconscious has handled everything, and there were simply outside of your conscious awareness. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; With the super conscious, you&#39;ll need to establish communication. This is slightly different from regular, subconscious mind programming. With programming, you construct specific images of what you&#39;d like to achieve. When communing with the super conscious, you&#39;ll need to get into that relaxed, sleepy state, but instead of creating the images on your own, you&#39;ll need to completely relax your mind, and pay attention to, and follow the images that present themselves. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; When you do this, you&#39;ll need to keep a couple things in mind. First, it&#39;s important to simply follow the images, and not interject any emotions, such as fear or anxiety, or even hope. This will alter the images. Images you receive from the super conscious are extremely fragile, and can easily be disrupted. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Another thing to keep in mind is that sometimes the images that will come to you may be a bit hard to decipher. However, once you get into the practice of doing this, and gain some experience, you will develop an incredibly powerful intuition. Being able to make sense of he pictures will become much simpler. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; The best way to do this is to find a quiet place where you won&#39;t be disturbed. Get into a relaxed, sleepy state. Clear your mind of any thoughts about the past, the future, and even the present. Affirm a few statements about being open and accepting of whatever the super conscious has to offer. Then think of a question regarding your past lives, or an intention of what you&#39;d like to know from one of your past lives. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Then simply keep your mind as quiet as possible, and let the images come. It can be extremely helpful to either do this with a partner, or have a voice recorder handy. As the images come, describe them out loud, as objectively as possible. That way you won&#39;t throw yourself off track by trying to interpret them on the fly. 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Depression is a mood disorder that ranges from mild to severe.  All of us have experienced a form of depression at some time in our lives. It can accompany loss, stress, unresolved anger, fear, shame, disappointment and other emotional dynamics that are a part of our life situation. Depression is experienced by children, adults, and elderly regardless of economic status, gender, or culture.  Depression affects physical health, relationships, awareness, weight, memory, decision making ability, energy level, interest, and sleep. In addition to emotional experience, depression can result from diet, nutrition, and other physical biochemical origins. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; In severe, special cases of depression associated with extreme mental disorder, synthetic, chemical based drugs called antidepressants are required and necessary for relief of depression.  However, most of us do not fall into this category and too often these synthetic antidepressants are prescribed for us who suffer from common daily disappointments in our lives.  For most common experiences of depression, antidepressants are not often necessary. Synthetic Antidepressants have been known to have some harmful side effects, prompting the FDA to recommend that manufacturers add this warning label to their products: &quot;Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior (suicidality) in short-term studies in children and adolescents with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and other psychiatric disorders.  Anyone considering the use of {insert established name} or any other antidepressant in a child or adolescent must balance this risk with the clinical need.  Patients who are started on therapy should be observed closely for clinical worsening, suicidalty, or unusual changes in behavior&quot;. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; This is not to suggest that ignoring the feelings of depression will make the feelings go away. Since depression can have physical biochemical origin and depression from emotional stress can cause biochemical change in the body, it would follow that common, not severe, depression would respond to clinically proven all natural remedies as vitamins, herbs, supplements, minerals, amino acids, aromatherapy, and all  natural formulas designed to relieve the pain of depression. Other treatments e.g. psychotherapy, exercise, acupuncture, yoga, meditation also aid in the natural relief of depression. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Deficiencies in vitamins and minerals can trigger depression as well as depression decreasing the availability of vitamins and minerals essential for the maintaining our body&#39;s health. These vitamins and minerals include vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, vitamin C, magnesium, calcium and trace minerals. Supplementing our bodies with these vitamins and minerals can relieve and perhaps prevent depression as well as greatly improving our health generally. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Adding amino acids to our diets can go a long way in relieving depression and promoting general health.  For example, SAMe (S-Adensoyl-L-Methionine) is an amino acid that can be found in all cells of our body. It is a natural antidepressant that has additional value of protecting the liver and cardiovascular system, synthesis of natural melatonin that assists sleeping well.  Phenylalanine is another amino acid that makes the neurotransmitter, i.e. substance that conducts messages to and within the brain, norepinephrine. Norepinephrine is diminished in the brains of people who are depressed. The amino acid L-Theanine naturally reduces anxiety associated with depression and is not addictive or habit forming. Another amino acid that naturally relieves depression and stimulates alertness is L-Tyrosine. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophane) is a naturally occurs in our bodies and helps the production of the neurotransmitter serotonin. Adequate amounts of serotonin is vital for a feeling and sense of emotional well being.  5-HTP can cross the blood brain barrier which makes it unique in the facilitation of serotonin. 5-HTP has gained a great reputation in the natural treatment of insomnia, depression and obesity. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; For many people who suffer common depression, a effectively created herbal formula is very beneficial for the natural relief of depression.  St. John&#39;s wort (hypericum perforaturn), commonly referred to as &quot;Nature&#39;s Prozac&quot;, helps naturally relieve mild or moderate depression, stress, anxiety, and tension.  Gingo biloba is used as an alternative treatment for moderate depression in elderly people because depression is an early sign of cognitive decline or cerebrovascular deficiency. Valerian root has a natural calming effect for anxiety and depression. Passionflower is an efficient natural sedative for calming and sleeping well. Black Cohosh, used by early Native Americans, soothes the body and reduces spasm.  These are just a few of the examples of herbs and herbal formula that treat moderate depression effectively and naturally. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Hormonal imbalance can lead to moderate depression.  A common treatment is natural progesterone for women. Other natural substances help balance hormones e.g. flax oil, black cohosh, dimpro, promensil, essential fatty acids, red clover, virtex berry and many other naturally derived supplements. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils and other natural aromatic compounds from plants to effect emotional and physical health The oils are referred to as &quot;essential&quot; because they are the &quot;essence&quot; of the plant. Olfactory sense has a powerful effect on our emotional and physical health. Aromatherapy can be used to alter mood, inspire confidence, ease moderate depression, and increase energetic feeling.  In some nations essential oils are used for their antiseptic qualities to treat infection. In France, many aromatherapy essential oils are perceived in a similar way as prescription drugs are in the United States. Aromatherapy comes in many forms, e.g. essential oil, mists, sticks, candles, infusions, massage creams and oils, mineral bath formulas, and absolutes. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; One on the most popular aromatherapy  aromas is lavender. Lavender essential oil has a calming scent which makes it an excellent tonic for the nerves and helps in treating migraines, headaches, anxiety, depression, nervous tension and emotional stress. Its refreshing aroma removes nervous exhaustion and restlessness and increases mental activity. Lavender essential oil induces sleep and hence it is often recommended for insomnia. Lavender essential oil is also an excellent remedy for various types of pains including those caused by sore muscles, tense muscles, muscular aches, rheumatism, sprains, backache and lumbago. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; In summary, many of us suffer mild to moderate depression for a variety of reasons. Our experience of depression is not so severe or of long duration to justify the use of powerful synthetic prescription drugs or antidepressant drugs  with their potential of hazardous, harmful physical and behavioral side effects. 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             &lt;span class=&quot;author&quot;&gt;        By &lt;span class=&quot;authorb&quot;&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://blogs.psychcentral.com/creative-mind/author/douglas/&quot; rel=&quot;author&quot; style=&quot;text-decoration: none;&quot;&gt;Douglas Eby&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;        &lt;/span&gt;   &lt;/div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;     In addition to all the destructive consequences that may follow  traumatic experience, some people say it also has power to encourage  creative expression.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;img alt=&quot;&quot; class=&quot;alignright size-full wp-image-1790&quot; height=&quot;195&quot; src=&quot;http://blogs.psychcentral.com/creative-mind/files/2013/01/Charles-Durning-in-WWII.jpg&quot; title=&quot;Charles Durning in WWII&quot; width=&quot;150&quot; /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The photo is of the late actor &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a class=&quot;zem_slink&quot; href=&quot;http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Durning&quot; rel=&quot;wikipedia&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; title=&quot;Charles Durning&quot;&gt;Charles Durning&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; (1923–2012) who reportedly appeared in over 200 movies, television shows and plays.&lt;br /&gt; In World War II, he was severely wounded by shrapnel, and also engaged a very young German soldier in hand-to-hand combat.&lt;br /&gt; After killing the boy, Durning said in an article, he “held him in  his arms and wept. He said the memories never left him, even when  performing, even when he became, however briefly, someone else.”&lt;br /&gt; &lt;em&gt;Can this kind of trauma, which often leads to &lt;a class=&quot;zem_slink&quot; href=&quot;http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Posttraumatic_stress_disorder&quot; rel=&quot;wikipedia&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; title=&quot;Posttraumatic stress disorder&quot;&gt;PTSD&lt;/a&gt;, have any positive impact on creative imagination and expression?&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt; In her provocatively titled post &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.laurakkerr.com/2011/03/13/does-trauma-increase-creativity/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Does Trauma Increase Creativity?&lt;/a&gt;,  Laura K Kerr reports on a study that, she notes, “suggests there may be  a connection between creativity and posttraumatic stress disorder  (PTSD).&lt;br /&gt; &lt;span id=&quot;more-1789&quot;&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt; “Research conducted by Robert Miller and David Johnson revealed PTSD  correlates with a greater capacity for symbolic representation, which is  necessary for artistic as well as scientific endeavors.”&lt;br /&gt; She explains, “The study compared 56 Vietnam combat veterans with 14  veterans who lacked combat exposure. Originally, Miller and Johnson  thought their research would show PTSD diminished a person’s competence  with manipulating symbolic material.&lt;br /&gt; When participants of the study were asked to portray and act out an  imaginal scene, the researchers said, “The PTSD group when compared to  the non-PTSD group were better able to represent the boundary between  reality and the role-playing, to immerse themselves in the scene, to  enact identifiable characters consistent with their setting, and produce  complex and interactive scenes that told a coherent story.”&lt;br /&gt; Kerr adds, “Given that PTSD is also characterized by flashbacks,  nightmares, and intrusive imagery—all symbolic representations of actual  events—the results of the study seem supported by what is known about  the experience of PTSD: it increases the psyche’s likelihood of  generating and interacting with symbolic representations.”&lt;br /&gt; In another post, she writes, “Trauma births its own world, one that  exists beside the regular, expressed order of things where life stories  are normalized, validated, even valorized. In trauma’s otherworldly  realm—the imaginal landscape of our minds—travel the fragmented  narratives of what transpired, but also of what failed to come about:  escape from harm, facing down abusers, regaining a sense of safety.&lt;br /&gt; “Here we find the birthplace of grief, but also creativity, the  origins of trauma stories, yet also their erasure, all vying for  connection with what can no longer be—or become—now that trauma has  claimed its space.”&lt;br /&gt; From post: &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.laurakkerr.com/2012/05/10/trauma-images/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Trauma’s Imaginal Worlds&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;em&gt;Laura K Kerr, PhD, is a Mental Health Scholar and psychotherapist with interests in trauma studies and depth psychology.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:CharlesDurningMay2008.jpg&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;img alt=&quot;English: American actor Charles Durning on May...&quot; class=&quot;zemanta-img-inserted zemanta-img-configured alignright&quot; height=&quot;164&quot; src=&quot;http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/19/CharlesDurningMay2008.jpg/300px-CharlesDurningMay2008.jpg&quot; title=&quot;English: American actor Charles Durning on May...&quot; width=&quot;150&quot; /&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Durning&lt;/strong&gt; also commented that acting helped release at  least some of the horror he suffered. He is quoted in a New York Times  article: “There are many secrets in us, in the depths of our souls, that  we don’t want anyone to know about. There’s terror and repulsion in us,  the terrible spot that we don’t talk about. That place that no one  knows about — horrifying things we keep secret.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;blockquote&gt;“A lot of that is released through acting.”&lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The Mind Methodology &lt;br /&gt;Step By Step Mind Methods To Help You Transform And Live An Extraordinary Life! 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Many of these people are sadly phobbed off with that old cliche &#39;it&#39;s all in your mind&#39; when they broach the subject with friends and colleagues. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Let&#39;s have a look at the most commonly asked questions concerning anxiety and panic attacks. Reading through these will help you to sort the fact from the fiction if you suffer from anxiety or panic attacks yourself, or you know someone who does. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Does the medical profession fully recognise how serious anxiety and panic attacks can be? &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Generally, yes. There will always be differences of opinion amongst medical professionals, but anxiety attacks are now classified as mental disorders and doctors do recognise how debilitating and life-affecting these can be for sufferers. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; What causes anxiety and panic attacks? &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; The two major causes are fear and stress. It is generally accepted that our lives are becoming more and more stressful. Home environment and the pressures of the workplace are two of the major anxiety and panic inducers that most of us are subject to in our daily lives. How your mind handles this stress will determine whether you suffer from anxiety and panic attacks. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Is there a cure for anxiety and panic attacks? &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; It is certainly true that you can change the way you react to the stressful situations you are subject to. Changing the way you react to stress is the key to controlling your anxiety and panic attacks. Re-programming your mind to deal with stress in a different way is how you learn to deal with anxiety and panic. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; What is the main symptom most anxiety sufferers experience? &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; A tightness in the chest and associated breathing difficulty is a general symptom experienced by large numbers of panic attack sufferers. The key to getting through it is to take back control. The feeling of not being in control is the catalyst that leads to an ever-downward spiral into anxiety and panic. How do you take back control? Begin by getting your breathing under control. Take deep breaths, breathe deeply in, hold it for a few seconds and then breathe slowly out. Repeat this for about five minutes. Doing this gently and slowly will slow your heart rate down which in turn will lead to your feeling calmer. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; What can you do to find a solution longterm? &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Longterm, if you genuinely want to find a solution to your anxiety, you need to work out what your major fears are and learn to face them. When you successfully do this these fears will cease to have the kind of hold over you that they currently do. This in turn will ensure that when once-fearful situations arise in the future you will no longer experience the feelings of anxiety and panic that you once did. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Let&#39;s face it, all of us face stress daily as we live our lives. You&#39;re never going to get rid of that. 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     &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.theselfhelpcenter.com/self-help-center-blog/gratitude-lifts-the-weight-of-anxiety&quot; title=&quot;Gratitude Lifts The Weight of Anxiety&quot;&gt;       &lt;/a&gt;     &lt;/h2&gt;&lt;small&gt;          &lt;/small&gt;                  &lt;div class=&quot;postcontent&quot; style=&quot;height: auto; overflow: hidden;&quot;&gt;     &lt;h2 class=&quot;PostHeaderIcon-wrapper&quot;&gt;Let me tell you why the art of gratitude is such a great tool for ending anxious thoughts. &lt;/h2&gt;A lot of people write telling me how their anxiety makes them feel  very cut off or removed from the world around them. This sensation can  be distressing as people fear that they will never be able to feel  normal again.&lt;br /&gt; This feeling is common and in my experience is mainly fueled by a cycle of anxious thinking.&lt;br /&gt; A person with a &lt;nobr&gt;&lt;a class=&quot;FAtxtL&quot; href=&quot;http://www.theselfhelpcenter.com/#&quot; id=&quot;FALINK_1_0_0&quot;&gt;panic disorder&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/nobr&gt; or a generalized anxiety disorder will spend much of their day mentally &lt;strong&gt;“checking in”&lt;/strong&gt;.&lt;br /&gt; Checking in is a term I use to refer to how people with anxiety constantly monitor their mind and body.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;div style=&quot;padding-left: 30px;&quot;&gt;“Am I feeling ok?”  “How are my thoughts ?”&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;padding-left: 30px;&quot;&gt;“Am I feeling secure or on edge right now?”&lt;/div&gt;The reason regular checking in happens is because anxiety has such a powerful effect on the mind and body.&lt;br /&gt; People tell me that they can deal with the anxious bodily sensations  but it is the anxious mind that causes them most distress. That is what I  want to address today.&lt;br /&gt; Anxiety can often feel like a thick fog has surrounded your mind.  Nothing really seems enjoyable as you are always looking out at the  world through this haze of anxious thoughts and feelings. This fog  steals the joy out of life and can make you feel removed or cut off from  the world.&lt;br /&gt; The anxious thoughts act as a barrier to experiencing the world and  this sensation of separation then leads to feeling even more upset as  you fear losing touch with yourself.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;So how do you get this anxious fog to lift from your mind?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; When someone is very caught up in anxious thoughts they are top heavy  so to speak. The constant mental activity they are engaged in has  caused an imbalance where all of their focus is on their mental  anxieties.&lt;br /&gt; A powerful way to move out of this anxious mental fog is to switch your focus from your head to your heart.&lt;br /&gt; By simply making a deliberate shift of attention to your heart you  will find the anxious thoughts dissipate more easily and the mental fog  starts to gradually clear.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;You can make this switch by practicing the art of gratitude.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; I am sure you have heard of people speaking about the art of gratitude and the benefits it can bring to you.&lt;br /&gt; Did you know that it has now been scientifically proven that regular  practice of gratitude can dramatically change your bodies chemistry  giving way to a more peaceful body and mind.&lt;br /&gt; The Heart Math Institute has 15 years of scientific research proving  that a simple tool like the art of gratitude can dramatically reduce  stress and improve performance for individuals and organizations.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Many Fortune 500 companies are now starting to use this technique to reduce work &lt;nobr&gt;&lt;a class=&quot;FAtxtL&quot; href=&quot;http://www.theselfhelpcenter.com/#&quot; id=&quot;FALINK_3_0_2&quot;&gt;related stress&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/nobr&gt;.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; I am going to outline the technique briefly in a very straight forward exercise so you can start practicing right now.&lt;br /&gt; When you practice this exercise you will feel a lightness and greater  sense of perspective on any matter that has been troubling you. This  activation of your heart emotion will lift the sensation that anxious  thoughts create.&lt;br /&gt; This is a very simple exercise but it is really powerful. Print it off and try it someplace where you can be alone.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Are you ready?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;div style=&quot;padding-left: 30px;&quot;&gt;-Begin by closing your eyes and moving your attention to your heart area.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;padding-left: 30px;&quot;&gt;-Imagine a feeling of warmth emanating from the center of your chest.&lt;/div&gt;If appropriate place your right hand there. If you are around people  or driving etc. simply imagine your right hand resting on your heart  area.&lt;br /&gt; Imagine this area glowing warmly for one to two minutes.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;div style=&quot;padding-left: 30px;&quot;&gt;-Now, begin to focus on something in your life that you feel a genuine sense of appreciation for.&lt;/div&gt;This can be one or more things that you really appreciate having in  your life (e.g., family, health, friends, work, your home, a beautiful  day etc).&lt;br /&gt; It is important to focus on things that spark a real sense of  gratitude and appreciation. If you really appreciate the thing you are  thinking about, you will immediately feel a response from that area by  way of a light warm sensation in your chest or an involuntary smile  (remember those).&lt;br /&gt; It does not really matter what you think about as long as it evokes this feeling of warm appreciation from your heart area.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Don’t struggle with this exercise.&lt;/strong&gt; Everyone has  something they can be grateful for. (Remember, the cemetery is full of  people who would love to have your problems!)&lt;br /&gt; Do not worry if you are thinking of your partner/family and you do  not feel this. Some days it will be people close to you that will spark  the heart feeling, other days it may be gratitude for very simple things  like the fresh air you breath. It depends on the mood you are in,  -remember it is the feeling you after.&lt;br /&gt; The feeling we are looking to achieve is unmistakable, it is a positive change in your emotional state.&lt;br /&gt; I say it is best to do this exercise alone because you will need to stay with this feeling for as long as you can.&lt;br /&gt; Then, when you feel you have taken it as far as you can, open your eyes.&lt;br /&gt; There is no time frame on this exercise, it can be a few minutes to  half an hour. Again it is about establishing a heart/mind connection and  getting your awareness out of the anxious thoughts and more into your  body.&lt;br /&gt; After a few attempts you can incorporate this into your daily routine.&lt;br /&gt; Do it in the car. Do it sitting at your desk. Do it before you sleep at night.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;You have to practice it frequently.&lt;/strong&gt; Just like a  muscle your heart will  get more accustomed to this state and you will  be able to switch into that feeling in seconds.&lt;br /&gt; With practice you can also use this exercise in the middle of any  stressful situation. You will be surprised at the positive outcome in  terms of your own stress levels and the change in others around you.&lt;br /&gt; This simple exercise can completely transform the outcome of  interacting with other people, be it work or personal relationships.&lt;br /&gt; This is especially true where there is conflict or misunderstanding between you and other people. Try it out, see what happens!&lt;br /&gt; Be creative with it and make it your own daily ritual for yourself.&lt;br /&gt; I am sure you agree that it is a worthwhile exercise to incorporate  into your daily life. It is my experience that most people do not have  the patience or time to make major lifestyle changes. By using this one  simple exercise you can make a dramatic improvement to the quality of  your life.&lt;br /&gt; The simplest things in life are free and this is one of those gems.&lt;br /&gt; &lt;strong&gt;Don’t pass it up&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Learn more about Panic Away here:&lt;a class=&quot;&quot; href=&quot;http://eecb2ssbrnkoitcjcaq5pvbl2f.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=TSHC&quot;&gt; &lt;/a&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://01f2bhxltfjjdudjjck3cvlp1o.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=TSHC&quot; target=&quot;new&quot;&gt;www.PanicAway.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;All material provided in these emails are for informational or  educational purposes only. No content is intended to be a substitute for  professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 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Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in people aged 15 – 24 with young males four times more likely to succeed due to the lethal ways in which they choose to kill themselves.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;1. Previous suicide attempts:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Previous suicide attempts are the biggest risk factor of a person successfully completing suicide. The more attempts the person makes, the more likely that he or she will eventually die by suicide. Often people say that people who attempt suicide are only looking for attention. This may be true but it is also true to say that the person is obviously in a state of pain and needs help and understanding. The reality is that suicidal behaviour is usually a last resort when the person feels that all else has failed. Normally, they are trying to resolve their inner pain rather than trying to manipulate those around them.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;2. Recent suicide of a friend or relative:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sometimes, when a close friend or relative dies by suicide, others adopt a copy-cat attitude and follow the deceased person’s lead. It is not uncommon for suicide of a friend or relative to trigger attempts by friends or others.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;3. Threats of suicide:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Many believe that people who talk about suicide won’t actually do it. The reality is that, in the majority of cases, people have spoken of their intent before killing themselves. Often it may have been a single statement such as “Life’s not worth living” or “I wish I were dead.”  Sometimes the person is preoccupied with death through a genre like music, art, or poetry.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Talking about suicide or exhibiting unusual interest in death through other themes generally means that the person is considering suicide as an option and that they really need and want some help.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;4. Depression:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A lot of people use the word &#39;depression&#39; to describe feelings of sadness and loss. These feelings often pass within a few hours or a few days. During this time, people are able to carry on much as usual. However, if you feel sad much more intensely and for longer and your feelings start to interfere with your work, social life and family life, you may need to seek professional advice. There are a number of symptoms of depression and it&#39;s very rare for all symptoms to occur in one person all at once. You might feel it come on slowly, from sometimes feeling blue to deeper feelings more often. It is hard to accept that symptoms like sleeping badly or feeling worthless are depression. After all, don&#39;t we all feel that way sometimes?  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;That&#39;s the key - sometimes. It&#39;s not normal to feel that way for a long time. For some people, the feelings of hopelessness and despair that accompany depression are more than they are equipped to cope with and, as a result of this lack of coping skills, some take the option of suicide.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;5. Changes in personality or behaviour:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There may be changes in the person’s behaviour including withdrawal, loss of interest in personal care and appearance, angry outbursts, and absenteeism from work or school. Their performance at work or school will often decline as well.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;6. Increased use of drugs and/or alcohol:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;People who have difficulty in coping with problems will sometimes turn to substances such as alcohol or illicit and prescription drugs for relief. Abuse of these substances tends to lower inhibitions leading to an increase in risk-taking behaviour. Drug and alcohol abuse is often linked to suicide.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;7. Behavioural disturbances:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Behavioural disturbances such as anger, aggression, stealing, impulsive behaviours, isolation, and drug and alcohol abuse can be a sign of increased suicide risk. Sometimes, people who are particularly vulnerable may act out their feelings in a potentially destructive manner.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;8. Psychiatric illness:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In some illnesses such as schizophrenia, it is not uncommon to hear voices. This can be a contributing factor in suicide if these voices are telling the person to take their own life even if that person does not want to die.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;9. Preparation for death:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Preparation for death often includes such things as making a will, saying goodbye to people, apologising for past misdemeanours, and giving away their possessions, particularly their favourite things. They may also acquire the means to kill themselves such as a gun, rope, or pills.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;10. A sudden lift in spirits:  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If a person has a sudden lift in spirits, particularly after depression, it is often a significant factor. It can mean that the person is relieved because he or she has made a definite decision to take his or her life and that the problems and their resultant unhappiness will soon be ended. They will often have more energy at this point to end their life.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Although not everyone displays these warning behaviours, a large percentage of people do display some of them. Encouraging the person to talk about their feelings, including their intended suicide, can be just what they need. No matter how uncomfortable you feel about the subject, it is important not to judge. 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Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) refers to the delayed reaction, sometimes for longer than 6 months, to a highly stressful or life threatening event. Often the causes for PTSD are myriad and distasteful, and more than 40 million women in America suffer from it. Although childhood abuse and sexual abuse is a common cause of PTSD, other events which cause psychological trauma can also trigger the disorder. These include life threatening accidents, wars or natural disasters.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; PTSD usually occurs following a stressful or traumatic event that is highly severe, and often survivors and witnesses of such events will only start showing symptoms of PTSD after a few months. The reasons for this would be due to the event being perceived as dangerous and outside of the individual’s control, leading to feelings of helplessness and extreme anxiety.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Due to the severity of the event or disaster, the inability of the person to avoid or cope with the trauma is such that it results in PTSD. Due to the immense negative impact, the person will avoid any situation or trigger that might remind them of the event. Whilst it has been attributed to internal conflict, recent research has shown that these psychological conditions are actually due to past traumatic events. Further, it is likely that the extreme stress experienced during the event has resulted in physical damage to the hippocampus, the part of the brain that deals with the emotions of fear and stress.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; For a person who is suffering from PTSD, any spur of event occurring can trigger manifestations and he will suffer from the traumatic event both physiologically and psychologically. There will be repeated flashbacks of the event, and being subjected to this experience will cause a behavioral change eventually. These take the form of amnesia, listlessness and a need to isolate themselves.   &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; For children suffering from PTSD, they are likely to experience nightmares, memory fragmentation, hypertension, flashbacks, amnesia, panic attacks and some may turn to substance abuse to avoid memories of the event. Most victims will suffer from a range of effects, such as physiological, psychological, social and self destructive behaviors.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Physiological outcomes take the form of a change in the brain activity, structure and functioning, also known as neurobiological effects. There may also by psychophysiological effects, such as hyper arousal, increased propensity to be startles and increased neurohormonal changes which leads to greater stress and depression. It is often easy to overlook physiological outcomes as they take the form of physical issues such as headaches or lightheadedness and are treated accordingly.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Psychological outcomes include depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders and dissociation, where the individual seeks to hide from the present by submerging into their selves. Other social indicators include low self esteem, substance abuse and an inability to form interpersonal relationships. At its extreme, the individual may turn to self destructive behavior and attempt suicide, or take part in self injury and risky behaviors that can lead to death.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; If the individual is diagnosed with PTSD, there is treatment and help available in the form of stress medications and therapy. 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Gabriel Cosh</title><content type='html'>&lt;br&gt; One of the most devastating and traumatic injury that you can get from an accident is traumatic brain injury or commonly known as simply head injury. Brain injury is usually the result of head trauma like when the head suddenly or violently hits an object. Common accidents like car accidents and slip and fall accident may result in head trauma. Other causes of brain injury is when objects violently hit the head or pierce the skull and enters the brain tissue. Premise liability accidents like falling debris or objects from buildings or shelves are examples of accidents resulting in this kind of brain trauma. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Brain trauma are said to be either mild, moderate or severe depending on the extent of trauma or injury to the brain. If you are involved in a car accident and you hit your head on the steering will or who were hit by objects flying inside your car, chances are you may experience brain injury. You will know if you have mild brain injury if after the accident you lose consciousness for a few seconds or minutes, experienced headache, confusion, lightheadedness, blurred vision, bad taste in the mouth, dizziness, trouble with memory, mood changes or trouble with thinking or concentration. If on the other hand, aside from the above symptoms you also experience worsening headaches, repeated vomiting or nausea, seizures, slurred speech, loss of coordination and continued restlessness or agitation and confusion. If, however, after the accident you experienced serious head trauma, you don’t have to worry about the symptoms. You would probably wake up on a hospital bed and days have past after your accident happened.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; At the time of the accident, treatments for head injury usually entails trying to stabilize the injured person to prevent further injuries. The concern of the medical personnel is insuring proper oxygen supply to the brain and the rest of the body, maintaining adequate blood flow and regulating blood pressure.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; If after the car accident and you were diagnosed with mild to moderate brain injury, chances are you may receive skull and neck X-rays to check for bone fractures or spinal instability, MRI and CT scan.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Also, in case of moderate to severe brain injury, you will definitely need to get rehabilitation that involves individually tailored treatment programs in the areas of physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language therapy, physiatrist (physical medicine), psychology/psychiatry, and social support.  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; As you can see, brain trauma is not only a serious injury, it also entails serious medical expenses. Hence, if you are involved in a car accident and you are fault free, secure the services of a competent personal injury lawyer immediately. 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Gabriel Cosh'/><author><name>Timothy Kendrick</name><uri>https://plus.google.com/112781163040651607863</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//lh4.googleusercontent.com/-XjdKjYq_os4/AAAAAAAAAAI/AAAAAAAAAAA/-rYSmV62PPc/s512-c/photo.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/40Tx7Knzatk/default.jpg" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5478817263276556510.post-4316687733020604562</id><published>2012-12-06T07:36:00.001-08:00</published><updated>2012-12-06T07:36:33.501-08:00</updated><title type='text'>Are We Looking At Anxiety Disorders The Wrong Way? by Terry Dixon</title><content type='html'>&lt;br&gt; Current explanations of the cause and cure of problems involving such things as: extreme nervousness, anxiety and panic; obsessive thinking and compulsive behaviour; phobias and depression have failed millions of people looking to understand and overcome these problems. Beliefs about illness / medical / genetic causes and treatments based upon these beliefs have not even come close to an answer. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Yet, when we look closely at these problems we can see that they are not:- &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Diseases - They follow a logical psychological progression based on our life experiences and we can map exactly what happened and why, the effect it had on us and how this fits in with our problem. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Mental illness - most people with these problems are actually above average intelligence and are fully aware of what is happening, yet feel powerless to stop it. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Chemical imbalances - Synapses, those connections between the neurons in our brain (around 10,000 for each neuron), are tiny spaces that are occupied by chemical messengers called neurotransmitters that carry information between neurons. Serotonin and Dopamine are two neurotransmitters regularly mentioned with regard to anxiety and depression problems and chemical imbalance, usually referring to deficiencies of these neurotransmitters, is often proffered as a reason for anxiety disorders and depression. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Well, anxiety and depression deplete our body of many resources, including: energy, vitamins and no doubt neurotransmitters. Surely, any chemical imbalance is the result of these problems not the cause. Balancing chemicals in the brain through the action of drugs may alleviate some symptoms to a degree but never touches the cause. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Curable with drugs - medication works on a physical level. These problems are psychological and the answer is psychological. Whilst short-term medication may be beneficial for symptom relief, drugs never touch the underlying reason for these problems. Indeed, the mere act of taking medication can make the underlying cause worse. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Due to genes - evolution and our genes provide us with predispositions not fixed behaviours. A way we are predisposed to behave given the right environment. That is, our life experiences. We cannot be programmed with fixed behaviours (eg. OCD or GAD) for we don&#39;t know the environment we will be born into ... it would not be adaptive to react with extreme anxiety to unconditional love. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; And most importantly, these problems are not &#39;disorders&#39; or irrational - our mind and body are perfectly ordered in what they are trying to do, and we get them for the most rational reason there will ever be … for our survival. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; We can spend a lifetime looking for the right cure for our &#39;illness&#39; - if only we can find the right pill or method. Unfortunately, in doing this, we are looking at these problems in totally the wrong way. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; When we look at the backgrounds of large numbers of people with anxiety problems, they are often strikingly similar in many ways. Negative life experiences and subsequent feelings involving self worth and insecurity occur across the board with such regularity and are so similar that it is hard to see how they cannot possibly play a major role in these problems. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Far from being an illness, something strange that has happened to us, or something that is wrong with us, we can see exactly how we develop anxiety disorders (and depression). They follows a logical psychological progression based on our life experiences and learning, and we can follow step-by-step exactly what happens to us and why. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Events in our lives and the effect they had on us conspire to bring about anxiety-related problems … life experiences that have made us feel afraid and unable to cope. Not usually single frightening instances (with the exception of some forms of PTSD) they more likely develop from general living situations which involve such things as: constantly being put down, being ridiculed, being made to feel ashamed, made to feel guilty and made to feel worthless. When we feel like this often, it&#39;s not surprising that anxiety takes over. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; The interplay between experiences, thoughts, feelings and deep-seated survival instincts make these problems seem so powerful, that something drastic is wrong with us, yet the potential to develop anxiety problems lies within us all, it is a part of human nature, and it only takes the right (or &#39;wrong&#39;) set of experiences to bring them out. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; Given a certain series of events, conditions and circumstances every single person on the planet can start to become highly nervous, over anxious and insecure for much of the time, for this behaviour reflects the way we all work as human beings. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; And once nervousness and anxiety start to rule our lives it&#39;s not long before greater problems, those problems we define as &#39;anxiety disorders&#39; today, start to take shape. &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt; When we see anxiety disorders for what they are: behaviours learned and conditioned due to our life experiences, we can really do something about them. &lt;br&gt; 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Sleep, solid sleep without interruption, is nearly as vital to our existence and health as food, air and water. Sounds like a drastic statement, but according to several studies, it really isn&#39;t. There is proof that without sleep people can literally go mad - lose their minds and the ability to think critically and clearly. So how are we supposed to deal with lack of sleep? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Not only does our mind not function as well when we are working with little quality sleep, but many believe that lack of sleep and lack of quality of sleep may also diminish our immunities to sickness and disease. You may notice that you fall prey to flus and colds more often when you&#39;ve experienced lack of sleep, and experts say this is a direct correlation to lack of sleep? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Immune function is a vital part of our well being. Our lymph system and other antibodies depend on sleep it seems, and are subsequently worn down when our bodies and minds are deprived of R &amp; R. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Many factors play a part in interrupting this basic health need that must be met if we are to operate at our best possible capacity. Recuperation is another reason that we sleep. How many times have you felt rejuvenated and recharged by a good nights sleep when you&#39;ve been going through a particularly stressful period, either physically or mentally. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; We live in a fast paced, high stress society which can often make it difficult to slow down mentally and physically prior to bedtime. There are certain suggestions, that are helpful, if you are having a hard time getting to sleep at night and staying asleep for a full eight hours, or at least close, to that amount of time. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; If you suffer from insomnia, try to ascertain the reason or reasons you are having problems with sleeping or staying asleep at night. Are you anxious, depressed, fearful or overly stressed? Or possibly, is there any physical discomfort or pain causing your inability to get comfortable enough to fall asleep? Do you snore and wake sometimes to catch your breath? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; If your mind is overactive and you can not slow it down at bedtime, try some common sense approaches prior to sleep time that may help. Caffeinated beverages, pills or foods will certainly not only put sleep off, but also may interfere with normal sleep patterns throughout the night long after the consumption of it. Alcohol seems to have a sedative effect, but actually interferes with the sleep cycle. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Another good natural tip for gearing down an overactive mind is to avoid activities that stress or over stimulate the mind prior to bedtime. Try a warm glass of milk or a warm relaxing bath in the evening to slow down and to calm you. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Some products that are of an herbal nature and naturopathically used to treat insomnia can certainly provide a lot of relaxation as well as promotion of sleep-inducing chemicals which commence the process by which we fall and stay asleep. Some herbs known to be helpful for insomnia include chamomile, valerian and lavender. I&#39;m sure you&#39;ve heard of aromatherapy for stress relief, but aromatherapy can also be used to actually help ease anxieties and help us to sleep and keep on sleeping when we are having troubles getting enough rest. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Natural essense oils are often used for relaxation and preparation for snooze time, most notably jasmine oil which is actually popular not only as aromatherapy but it commonly used by many women as a perfume due to it&#39;s pleasant scent. Music may be a medicine much needed. Many times people report they can fall asleep more easily by using different types of music, say meditation music or classical music. Meditation and other relaxation techniques done in the evening can enhance your ability to get a good night&#39;s sleep. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Melatonin is a natural body chemical that is secreted when we sleep and are preparing to sleep. 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&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, essential hypertension, chronic pain, insomnia, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, excessive fatigue are just a few of the ongoing complaints of domestic violence survivors. And it&#39;s not surprising. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; These conditions are ALL mediated by the sympathetic nervous system-a system perpetually &quot;on&quot; for individuals whose lives are entangled in domestic abuse. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Stemming back to our caveman ancestors, we inherited a physiology that is built to protect us from the perceived threat of impending danger. And when present, sympathetic arousal occurs. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; For example , when the caveman saw a tiger, the thought &quot;tiger&quot; registered, activating a limbic system response of FEAR... ultimately, resulting in an adrenergic response that prepares the body for &quot;fight or flight. &quot; And with this, of course , mobilizing the proper body systems to deal with the circumstances at hand. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; The Good: Our Survival Mechanism&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Here&#39;s what happens: blood rushes to the core of the body and away from the periphery, fueling the core organs, (heart and lungs) for this magnificent maneuver. Blood is quickly pumped into the large muscle groups to enable your rapid exit or fierce fight. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; With this, many other physiological changes occur. You&#39;re getting the picture, correct? In a nutshell... &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; 1) Your cardiovascular system is aroused: increased heart rate, rise in blood pressure. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; 2) Your neuromuscular system is activated: increased muscle tension, and&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; 3) Your gastrointestinal system shuts off: dry mouth, build up of acidity in the gut, bowel and bladder relax. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; This is sympathetic arousal; that is the activation of the sympathetic nervous system. It is our body&#39;s response to impending danger. It&#39;s your survival mechanism, your natural stress response. This is good. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; The Bad: Failure to Cycle Down&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; However , here&#39;s where it&#39;s not good. In the same way that our bodies are built to trigger this response, so are we built to cycle down when the impeding danger or perceived threat passes. And since our physiological systems don&#39;t know the difference between real and perceived threat, we have the ability to keep this stress response &quot;on&quot; such that complete cycling down fails to occur. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Then when the next tiger comes our way, naturally we are appropriately aroused. But this time the excitation starts from an already elevated point of arousal, thereby resulting in a higher-level stress response. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Now for a moment, let&#39;s envision our creating a habit, if you will, of not fully cycling down between each perceived threat; that is, between each tiger crossing our path. What happens? &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Your body systems, associated with the stress response, remain &quot;on&quot; and at higher and higher levels of arousal over time with subsequent activation. This is what we call &quot;chronic stress. &quot;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; The Ugly: Stress-Related Illnesses&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Here&#39;s the danger. When you keep these organ systems functioning as such, eventually they show symptoms of excess activation. This is the basic etiology of stress-related illnesses: migraine headaches, muscle contraction headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, essential hypertension, insomnia, chronic anxiety... and the list goes on. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Further, you can expect chronic stress to exacerbate depression, anxiety, cognitive impairment and more. It is the one factor you can count on to aggravate emotional psychological distress. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Your know how it is when you are refreshed and calm: anxiety, depression and cognitive impairment are low. And when you&#39;re excessively stressed, anxiety, depression and cognitive impairment are magnified many fold. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; If you are a domestic violence survivor, seek to cultivate habits that turn &quot;off&quot; the stress response. This will off-set damage done by a pattern naturally inherent in a current or past life of constant criticism, unpredictable partner rage, and ongoing caution, trepidation and fear. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; ------&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; For help in recognizing what keeps the abuse dynamic going and what stops it, see the Intimate Partner Abuse Screen&#39; at &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.preventabusiverelationships.com&quot; rel=&quot;nofollow&quot;&gt;www.PreventAbusiveRelationships.com&lt;/a&gt;. Dr . Jeanne King, Ph. 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The first thing you should consider is seeing your primary care physician. Your primary care physician can help prescribe medications to overcome the immediate symptoms that you might be experiencing.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Next, you should seek a counselor or psychiatrist, preferably one that is experienced with anxiety disorders. A counselor will be able to help you work out any underlying problems that might be triggering your panic attacks. Your counselor will help determine a course of action for your treatments.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There are many natural methods to treating panic disorder. I am a panic disorder survivor and have been for over a year. I had approximately 15 recurring panic attacks daily. I eventually overcame my panic disorder and have been panic free and med free for almost a year now. 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Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) refers to the delayed reaction, sometimes for longer than 6 months, to a highly stressful or life threatening event. Often the causes for PTSD are myriad and distasteful, and more than 40 million women in America suffer from it. Although childhood abuse and sexual abuse is a common cause of PTSD, other events which cause psychological trauma can also trigger the disorder. These include life threatening accidents, wars or natural disasters. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; PTSD usually occurs following a stressful or traumatic event that is highly severe, and often survivors and witnesses of such events will only start showing symptoms of PTSD after a few months. The reasons for this would be due to the event being perceived as dangerous and outside of the individual’s control, leading to feelings of helplessness and extreme anxiety. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Due to the severity of the event or disaster, the inability of the person to avoid or cope with the trauma is such that it results in PTSD. Due to the immense negative impact, the person will avoid any situation or trigger that might remind them of the event. Whilst it has been attributed to internal conflict, recent research has shown that these psychological conditions are actually due to past traumatic events. Further, it is likely that the extreme stress experienced during the event has resulted in physical damage to the hippocampus, the part of the brain that deals with the emotions of fear and stress. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; For a person who is suffering from PTSD, any spur of event occurring can trigger manifestations and he will suffer from the traumatic event both physiologically and psychologically. There will be repeated flashbacks of the event, and being subjected to this experience will cause a behavioral change eventually. These take the form of amnesia, listlessness and a need to isolate themselves. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; For children suffering from PTSD, they are likely to experience nightmares, memory fragmentation, hypertension, flashbacks, amnesia, panic attacks and some may turn to substance abuse to avoid memories of the event. Most victims will suffer from a range of effects, such as physiological, psychological, social and self destructive behaviors. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Physiological outcomes take the form of a change in the brain activity, structure and functioning, also known as neurobiological effects. There may also by psychophysiological effects, such as hyper arousal, increased propensity to be startles and increased neurohormonal changes which leads to greater stress and depression. It is often easy to overlook physiological outcomes as they take the form of physical issues such as headaches or lightheadedness and are treated accordingly. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Psychological outcomes include depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders and dissociation, where the individual seeks to hide from the present by submerging into their selves. Other social indicators include low self esteem, substance abuse and an inability to form interpersonal relationships. At its extreme, the individual may turn to self destructive behavior and attempt suicide, or take part in self injury and risky behaviors that can lead to death. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; If the individual is diagnosed with PTSD, there is treatment and help available in the form of stress medications and therapy. 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Many people who suffer from &lt;a href=http://www.gulfcoastrecovery.org/treatment.htm rel=&quot;nofollow&quot;&gt;Prescription Painkiller Dependence and Addiction&lt;/a&gt; don&#39;t abuse other drugs. In fact , some have never even tried drugs like marijuana before. Yet they are addicted to painkillers... but not by choice. For one reason or another, they were prescribed a painkiller such a Vicodin, Oxycontin, Oxycodone, Darvocet, or Percocet to alleviate pain caused by a fall, an injury at work, a car accident, or as part of post-operation treatment. But suddenly their prescription runs out, yet they&#39;re still in pain. Now what? &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; This is all too often the way people become addicted to prescription drugs. Their bodies develop a dependence on the drug to the point where it is too painful to stop taking it. It becomes a vicious cycle, and is devastating for both the user, and those around him or her. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Painkillers are opiates, producing a mild euphoric feeling that can help relieve pain. This is a blessing for those who suffer from conditions like fibromyalgia or herniated discs of the spine. But , as the person continues taking the medication , the opiates change the integrity and function of the brain and the way it reacts to pain. Opioids also change the way a person experiences pleasure. When the medication is stopped, these feelings go away, and a person can rebound. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; A person will sometimes feel even more pain when he or she stops taking the medication. This isn&#39;t always the case, and much of that depends on a person&#39;s brain and body chemistry, as well as how long the medication was taken. People sometimes report depression when they stop taking their medication as well. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; For those who are experiencing &lt;a href=http://www.gulfcoastrecovery.org/va.htm rel=&quot;nofollow&quot;&gt;Symptoms of Vicodin Withdrawal&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=http://www.gulfcoastrecovery.org/oxy.htm rel=&quot;nofollow&quot;&gt;Oxycontin Withdrawal Symptoms&lt;/a&gt; often times the symptoms are too painful and difficult to deal with, so the user returns to taking the medication , even if it means obtaining it illegally. Even though it&#39;s illegal, people don&#39;t feel there&#39;s as much of a stigma associated with prescription drug abuse. After all, it&#39;s a drug they were initially prescribed, and if it was prescribed by a doctor, it must be safe compared to drugs like ecstasy and heroin obtained on the street. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; If you&#39;ve struggled to quit taking a medication because the effects are too devastating and painful, or if you are taking a painkiller beyond its intended medicinal use, you may be suffering from prescription painkiller dependency - in other words, your body is addicted. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; There are many &lt;a href=http://www.gulfcoastrecovery.org rel=&quot;nofollow&quot;&gt;Painkiller Abuse Treatment Centers in Florida&lt;/a&gt; and in the U. S. to help people safely detox from prescription painkillers, and learn to cope with their body&#39;s addictions. These centers even offer out-patient treatment programs so you can continue to work and not disrupt your life. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Even working professionals suffer from these types of problems, yet often times they are too embarrassed or afraid to admit they have a problem. 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ACFEI maintains responsibility for all continuing education accreditations. This article is approved by the following for 1 continuing education credit: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;APA provides this continuing education credit for Diplomates. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The American College of Forensic Examiners International is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. ACFEI maintains responsibility for this program and its content. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The American College of Forensic Examiners International is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). The American College of Forensic Examiners International designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 hour AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;By Harpriya A. (Sonya) Bhagar, MBBS and Alan D. Schmetzer, MD, Fellow of the American Psychotherapy Association, and Master Therapist &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A number of veterans from Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation Enduring Freedom (OIF/OEF) are returning home with signs of combat-stress-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In a recent study, 16. 6% of the soldiers met the screening criteria for PTSD. On average, they showed a significant increase in sick visits, missed workdays, severity of somatic symptoms, and poorer overall health (Hoge et al., 2007). In another study, the youngest age group, 18–24 years, was at greater risk compared with veterans 40 years of age or above. Diagnosis was made early (median of 13 days), and most of them were detected in primary care clinics (Seal et al., 2007). &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Upon return from the war zone, veterans frequently report intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, increased vigilance, avoidance of social situations, hyperarousal, and nightmares. Treatment involves integration of mental health, primary care, physical medicine, attention to substance abuse, and vocational services. The mental health portion involves an initial screening of the combat veteran for PTSD and other mental illnesses, followed by a full assessment. Both pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy (individual, couple, and group) are offered for treatment. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;From a pharmacological perspective, several studies have found the traditional anti-depressants effective in PTSD. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), like sertraline (Zoloft®), paroxetine (Paxil®), and fluoxetine (Prozac®), have been studied extensively for PTSD, and sertraline and paroxetine have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for PTSD. SSRIs have been found to be effective both in short-term trials and long-term maintenance treatment for relapse prevention (Asnis et al., 2004). However , earlier studies have focused mainly on PTSD secondary to interpersonal trauma in a civilian setting. In a multicenter study, venlafaxine extended release (Effexor XR®), a serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, was found to improve both the re-experiencing and the avoidance symptoms of PTSD, but not hyperarousal. The drug was effective and well tolerated in both short-term and continuation treatment of PTSD (Davidson et al., 2006). In a small study, mirtazapine (Remeron) was found to be effective in both short-term and continuation treatment of combat-stress-related PTSD without any serious side effects (Kim et al., 2005). In addition , sedation from mirtazapine can even prove beneficial in improving sleep in PTSD. In a randomized trial comparing phenelzine (a monoamine oxidase inhibitor) and imipramine (a tricyclic antidepressant), both significantly reduced combat stress related PTSD symptoms (Kosten et al., 1991). Benzodiazepines are used in PTSD for panic attacks or anxiety states. They provide temporary relief but run the risk of tolerance and addiction. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Veterans with PTSD find it hard both to fall asleep and to maintain sleep due to hyperarousal and vivid nightmares related to combat. Significant others often report that patients scream in their sleep and may even wake up soaked in sweat. Prasozin and clonidine both decrease the central nervous system’s noradrenergic activity. They have been found to be effective in decreasing hyperarousal symptoms and improving sleep (Boehnlein, 2007). Other drugs used for sleep are the benzodiazepine class of drugs, like temazepam, and non-benzodiazepines, like zolpidem (Ambien™) and ezopiclone (Lunesta™). However , caution must be taken regarding the habit-forming potential of these drugs (Bhagar and Schmetzer, 2006). &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The presence of psychotic symptoms in PTSD can further complicate the clinical picture. In one study, 20% of the 91 males with combat-stress-related PTSD were found to be suffering from hallucinations and delusions, and hyperarousal was positively associated with the occurrence of psychotic symptoms (Kastelan, 2007). In a small study, augmentation of SSRI with olanzapine (Zyprexa), an atypical antipsychotic, was effective in treating SSRI-resistant combat-related PTSD symptoms, especially sleep (Stein, 2002). In another study, monotherapy with typical or atypical antipsychotics, reduced both PTSD and psychotic symptoms, and antipsychotics seemed to offer another approach to treat the psychotic subtype of combat–related PTSD resistant to previous antidepressant therapy (Pivac, 2006). &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Overall, PTSD pharmacotherapy involves several drugs based on our experience with PTSD in general, but well-designed studies are needed to establish treatment guidelines specifically for combat-stress-related PTSD. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;References &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Asnis, G. M., Kohn, S. R., Henderson, M., &amp;amp; Brown, N. L. (2004). SSRIs versus non-SSRIs in post traumatic stress disorder: an update with recommendations. Drugs, 64(4), 383–404. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Bhagar, H. A., &amp;amp; Schmetzer, A. D. (2006). The newest medicines for sleep. Annals of American Psychotherapy Association, 9(2), 25–26. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Boehnlein, J. K., &amp;amp; Kinzie, J. D. 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There are a number of healthy benefits a women can receive from practicing yoga. Through this form of exercise women are able to build on their strengths and focus on bettering themselves through a calming method of breathing, meditation, and gentle poses. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Here are just some of the healthy benefits that women can get from yoga: &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; 1) Yoga can help enhance your immune system and decrease chances of illnesses. It is believed that yoga can greatly enhance the function of your immune system. This will lead to the more effective curbing of a number of diseases that women normally get. Yoga is also known to be very effective in controlling the level of cholesterol in the body as well as a woman’s blood pressure. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; 2) For those women who can’t seem to find the time to perform exercises that will help control their cholesterol level and blood pressure, yoga could be very advantageous. This is because yoga makes use of breathing exercises and meditation that could help in calming down nerves that have been stressed by work or daily activities. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; 3) Yoga can help bring about a more healthy pregnancy. Although pregnancy brings with it a great deal of happiness, it can also lead to experiencing a lot of discomforts. Yoga can help alleviate these discomforts, which could include backaches, morning sickness, and mood swings. Yoga exercises can also help greatly in maintaining an ideal weight during pregnancy. There are different prenatal poses being practiced in yoga that are recommended for women who are pregnant. These are intended to aid women in preparing their bodies for their babies’ birth. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; 4) Yoga helps decrease pre-menstrual syndrome symptoms. Menstruation is known to cause a number of hormonal changes among women. These changes as well as the inconveniences they bring often make women uncomfortable. Because of these changes, pre-menstrual syndrome symptoms could also be experienced before, during, and after a menstrual period. These include cramps, mood swings, depression and irritation. These symptoms can be considerably reduced through practicing yoga, which has some poses that could aid in the reduction of pain during menstrual periods. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; 5) Yoga helps women deal with stress and depression. Because women are emotional in nature, it is expected that they fall victim to stress and depression more than men do. Yoga makes use of meditation, which is a great aid in decreasing the stress and tension levels in the body. Practicing yoga will also help stimulate positive levels of energy. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; 6) Yoga also helps make the body more flexible. Women tend to lose the flexibility of their bodies faster than men. This is because most of the work that really requires brute physical strength is done by men. Because of this, men’s muscles are known to remain more tight and flexible longer than those of the women. Aside from this, women also lose bone density faster than most men because of the rigors that they go through during childbirth, which could make them lose more calcium, thus leading to making their bones very fragile. Because of this, a woman’s body will begin to lose its flexibility during her thirties. 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Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) refers to the delayed reaction, sometimes for longer than 6 months, to a highly stressful or life threatening event. Often the causes for PTSD are myriad and distasteful, and more than 40 million women in America suffer from it. Although childhood abuse and sexual abuse is a common cause of PTSD, other events which cause psychological trauma can also trigger the disorder. These include life threatening accidents, wars or natural disasters. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; PTSD usually occurs following a stressful or traumatic event that is highly severe, and often survivors and witnesses of such events will only start showing symptoms of PTSD after a few months. The reasons for this would be due to the event being perceived as dangerous and outside of the individual’s control, leading to feelings of helplessness and extreme anxiety. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Due to the severity of the event or disaster, the inability of the person to avoid or cope with the trauma is such that it results in PTSD. Due to the immense negative impact, the person will avoid any situation or trigger that might remind them of the event. Whilst it has been attributed to internal conflict, recent research has shown that these psychological conditions are actually due to past traumatic events. Further, it is likely that the extreme stress experienced during the event has resulted in physical damage to the hippocampus, the part of the brain that deals with the emotions of fear and stress. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; For a person who is suffering from PTSD, any spur of event occurring can trigger manifestations and he will suffer from the traumatic event both physiologically and psychologically. There will be repeated flashbacks of the event, and being subjected to this experience will cause a behavioral change eventually. These take the form of amnesia, listlessness and a need to isolate themselves. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; For children suffering from PTSD, they are likely to experience nightmares, memory fragmentation, hypertension, flashbacks, amnesia, panic attacks and some may turn to substance abuse to avoid memories of the event. Most victims will suffer from a range of effects, such as physiological, psychological, social and self destructive behaviors. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Physiological outcomes take the form of a change in the brain activity, structure and functioning, also known as neurobiological effects. There may also by psychophysiological effects, such as hyper arousal, increased propensity to be startles and increased neurohormonal changes which leads to greater stress and depression. It is often easy to overlook physiological outcomes as they take the form of physical issues such as headaches or lightheadedness and are treated accordingly. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Psychological outcomes include depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders and dissociation, where the individual seeks to hide from the present by submerging into their selves. Other social indicators include low self esteem, substance abuse and an inability to form interpersonal relationships. At its extreme, the individual may turn to self destructive behavior and attempt suicide, or take part in self injury and risky behaviors that can lead to death. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; If the individual is diagnosed with PTSD, there is treatment and help available in the form of stress medications and therapy. 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Advocate for your child. This means you need to “spin” your child’s behavior to friends, family and teachers. Has your child’s antics been any worse than our leading politicians? Probably not. Imagine the spinmeisters on talk shows who try to get their politicians elected. Do the same for your child. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;2. Coach your child to name and feel ok with all their emotions. Kids act bad when they are mad, sad or ”scared”. When you coach your child to tell you what she feels, her bad behavior will heal. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;3. Look inside yourself. Sometimes kids act out unexpressed conflicts of their parents. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, rage? Get help for yourself and your kids will shape up. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;4. Think of yourself as a coach. Your job is to coach your child to success in social, emotional and educational settings. Sometimes the answer is practice, practice, practice. Don’t get discouraged if you have to repeat yourself over and over again. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;5. Ask yourself: “If my child’s most frustrating behavior was meant to teach me something, what would it be? ” Many parents find themselves half distressed and half impressed at their child’s indifference to people pleasing. Sometimes this is just the lesson parents need to learn in their own lives -- many parents have become imbalanced in attending too much to seeking approval from others. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;6. Forget about the competition. Your child can still strive to be outstanding without it being about comparisons to other children. ADHD and spirited children are sensitive to tension produced by parents’ competitiveness and the fear based motivation inhibits them. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;7. Keep Yourself Alive! It takes a lot of energy to keep up with ADHD and spirited kids. You need to become your own energy source. Feed your own passions. If you are married, work to increase your intimacy with your partner. If you are single, keep your own love life alive. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;8. Honor the kernel of self-reliance in all acts of defiance. Every time your child doesn’t do what you asked them to do, ask them for an explanation. Honor their independent thinking and consider what part of it you may want to incorporate into your discipline. Continue to insist that your child respect your rules while demonstrating respect for their own rhythm and logic. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;9. Practice preventative medicine. Many times children’s bad behavior is a misguided attempt to get some precious attention. Fuel your child up with the highest octane energy you can early in the day. Spend a few minutes being entirely present with your child. Look them in the eyes, touch them lovingly and listen closely to your child. This intense presence will give them what they need and head off desperate pleas for attention. Sometimes just a few minutes will prevent large energy draining hassles. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;10. Connect with your child’s teacher. Research has shown over many decades that your child’s educational outcomes are very closely linked with how much the teacher likes your child and how much they expect from your child. This is why you need to advocate for your child at the same time as you connect with your child’s teacher. Show enormous respect for your child’s teachers and try to forge a close alliance with him or her. 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It certainly has in my case since I&#39;ve been taking it over the last 6 months after having extremely loud Tinnitus for the last 14 years. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Melatonin is actually a hormone that is secreted by the pineal gland which is situated in the centre of your brain. Melatonin which is stimulated by the onset of darkness at nighttime is a very important factor in the human body’s circadian cycle or your internal body clock. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; In most people melatonin is produced to help regulate our sleeping and waking cycles but scientistcs have found that as people get older the amount produced is smaller and that this may be the reason why young people have less problems with their sleeping patterns than older ones. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Other studies have shown that melatonin has also helped people with tinnitus who develop irregular sleep patterns and does not have the hazards and side effects of prescription sleeping pills. Melatonin can also strengthen your immune system as well as reduce the free radicals in your body. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Who Can Take Melatonin? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Melatonin is like a natural nightcap and people with tinnitus can really benefit from using it regularly. Others people such as travellers, those suffering from mild sleep disorders and the aged have found that it has restored their circadian rythms and sleep cycles as well as giving them lots of energy. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; The right dosage shold be prescribed by your Doctor and will differ from person to person. Normally Tinnitus sufferers can start with a smaller dosage taken before bed-time each night and then work your way up to larger doses if required. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Are there any side-effects to taking melatonin? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; According to various studies about 10 percent of people who have taken melatonin under trials have reported symptoms such as bad dreams, headaches, morning fuzziness, mild depression, and a lowered sex drive. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Personally I have not experienced any of these side effects however this is why you should see and consult with your Doctor before beginning any trial of melatonin to help with your sleep patterns. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Should certain people avoid it? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Yes people such as women who are pregnant, nursing young infants, those with severe allergies, people with cancers such as leukemia or lymphoma and lastly healthy children as they are already producing plenty of melatonin naturally. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Is melatonin safe? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Melatonin is very safe and is one of the least toxic substances known and there have been very few complaints about the drug to official authorities after extensive testings. These complaints were mostly to do with melatonin causing drowsiness and a slower reaction times in certain individuals. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; When should the dosage be administered? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Melatonin should be taken just before you go to bed. About half an hour is recommended. 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The affirmation must be like this, and also in the present  tense to be of any power. This is because the subconscious mind only  understands the present tense, and not the past. So &quot;I used to be  focused&quot; or &quot;I will become focused&quot; are not as powerful&lt;/font&gt;.             &lt;/a&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt; 	&lt;font face=&quot;Arial Unicode MS&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt; 			&lt;font color=&quot;#4D6B95&quot;&gt;2.&amp;nbsp;Write a list of 5 affirmations that you want to repeat regularly&lt;/font&gt;&lt;font color=&quot;#e60000&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt; 			&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt; 			These affirmations should be related to the goal you want to achieve.  For example, if you want to do better in study, you could say &quot;I study  well&quot;, &quot;I am organized&quot;, &quot;I do well in my exams&quot;. These will help to  build your confidence and change your thinking if you are struggling on  these things. &lt;br&gt; 			&lt;br&gt; 	&lt;/font&gt;&lt;strong&gt; 	&lt;font color=&quot;#4D6B95&quot; face=&quot;Arial Unicode MS&quot;&gt;3. Repeat the affirmations you have, every single day&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;Arial Unicode MS&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt; 	&lt;br&gt; 	Do this for 1-2 minutes at most. This is all that is required. Repeat  it as if it is true and in a confident way with passion. This allows the  messages to penetrate more easily in the unconscious mind. &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/div&gt; 	        &lt;div&gt;&lt;font face=&quot;Arial Unicode MS&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt; 	          &lt;font color=&quot;#4D6B95&quot;&gt;4.&amp;nbsp;Affirmations only change your beliefs. &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;font color=&quot;#4D6B95&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-style: italic;&quot;&gt;Physical action must be done by you&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;font color=&quot;#4D6B95&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/span&gt; 	          &lt;/font&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/font&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;color: rgb(77, 107, 149); font-size: 18.6667px; font-family: Arial Unicode MS; background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-weight: bold;&quot;&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div style=&quot;color: rgb(77, 107, 149); 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Statistics regarding this illness indicate that approximately 7%-8% of people in the United States will likely develop PTSD in their lifetime, with a prevalence in combat veterans and rape victims ranging from 10% to as high as 30%. An estimate of 5 million people suffer from PTSD at any given time in the United States, and women are twice as likely as men to develop PTSD. Here, the causes, symptoms and treatments of PTSD will be discussed as well as applying for Social Security Disability benefits, when the symptoms of PTSD interfere with oneâ€™s ability to work. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; About PTSD &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Many people who are involved in traumatic events have a brief period of difficulty adjusting and coping. In some cases, though, the symptoms associated with this traumatic event can progressively worsen, lasting for months or even years. Sometimes they may completely disrupt daily life. In these cases, the sufferer may have post-traumatic stress disorder. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Researchers are still trying to better understand what causes someone to get post-traumatic stress disorder. As with most mental illnesses, post-traumatic stress disorder is probably caused by a complex mix of the following: &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Inherited predisposition to mental illness, especially anxiety and depression; &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Life experiences, including the amount and severity of trauma one has been exposed to since early childhood; &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -The inherited aspects of oneâ€™s personality (temperament); &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -The regulation of hormones in relation to oneâ€™s handling of stressful situations. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Signs and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder typically begin within three months of a traumatic event, but may not occur until years after the event. Commonly grouped into three types of symptoms, PTSD may present via the following: intrusive memories, avoidance and numbing, and increased anxiety or emotional arousal (hyperarousal): &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Symptoms of intrusive memories: &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Flashbacks, or reliving the traumatic event &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Upsetting dreams about the traumatic event &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Symptoms of avoidance and emotional numbing may include: &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Trying to avoid thinking or talking about the traumatic event &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Avoiding activities you once enjoyed &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Hopelessness about the future &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Memory problems &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Trouble concentrating &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Difficulty maintaining close relationships &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Symptoms of anxiety and increased emotional arousal may include: &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Irritability or anger &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Overwhelming guilt or shame &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Self-destructive behavior &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Sleep disturbance &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Being easily startled or frightened &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; -Hearing or seeing things that are not there &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Post-traumatic stress disorder treatment often includes both medications, such as antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications and psychotherapy, including cognitive therapy, exposure therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and cognitive behavior therapy. This combined approach can help improve your symptoms and teach you skills to cope better with the traumatic event and its aftermath. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; PTSD is not differentiated by diagnosis in the Social Security Disability Impairment Listings. However , because anxiety disorders are addressed in Section 12. 00 of the Impairment Listings, those who suffer from PTSD may qualify for social security disability benefits. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal program designed to pay monetary benefits to qualified applicants who have worked long enough and paid their social security taxes. Based on medical evidence, work history, and education history, the Social Security Administration determines whether or not applicants qualify for benefits and how much each applicant can receive. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; In cases where PTSD is interfering with oneâ€™s ability to work, medical evidence and work history are important in assisting Social Security with determining oneâ€™s monetary claim. The degree to which the symptoms of PTSD, or the side effects of the medications taken to treat the symptoms of PTSD, limit oneâ€™s ability to work must be clear in the evidence presented in the case. Evidence needs to include medical records, employment records, medication lists, and statements from supervisors and/or co-workers. 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style=&quot;background-color: #06C;color: white;border: 1px solid #0054A8;;font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size: 16px;text-transform: uppercase;text-decoration: none;display: block;width: 200px;margin-top: 5px;margin-right: auto;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-left: auto;border: 1px solid #CCC;-moz-border-radius: 2px;border-radius: 2px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-align: center;display: block;padding-top: 5px;padding-bottom: 5px;&quot;&gt;BUY NOW&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;table&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://rainmakerty.blogspot.com/feeds/2310696752998724278/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=5478817263276556510&amp;postID=2310696752998724278' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/5478817263276556510/posts/default/2310696752998724278'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/5478817263276556510/posts/default/2310696752998724278'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://rainmakerty.blogspot.com/2012/09/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd-and.html' title='Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Social Security ...'/><author><name>Timothy Kendrick</name><uri>https://plus.google.com/112781163040651607863</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='32' height='32' src='//lh4.googleusercontent.com/-XjdKjYq_os4/AAAAAAAAAAI/AAAAAAAAAAA/-rYSmV62PPc/s512-c/photo.jpg'/></author><media:thumbnail xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/1HrYDHnO6EM/default.jpg" height="72" width="72"/><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5478817263276556510.post-6839785149061677936</id><published>2012-09-20T16:00:00.001-07:00</published><updated>2012-09-20T16:00:36.324-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - Joe Gardener Article author</title><content type='html'>&lt;! --INFOLINKS_ON--&gt; Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is also called PTSD. It is a disorder that is caused from a life- threatening trauma or act of bodily harm. The stressor may have involved the actual death of another person as in cases of war. Or, the traumatic event may have been life threatening as in the case of rape, sexual assault or natural disasters such as a hurricane. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Symptoms of PTSD include: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Nightmares&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Flashbacks&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Inability to Concentrate&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Hypervigilance&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Anxiety&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Depression&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Managing PTSD takes time and work but it can be done. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Develop a support network. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Many people who have PTSD will feel isolated and alone. Make an effort to be around supportive family members and friends. Surrounding yourself with positive family and friends can make a lot of difference. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Get professional help. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Some people benefit greatly from counseling and medications. This can help you manage the symptoms of PTSD and help you live your life more fully. If you need help, get it. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Eat a balanced diet&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Most nutritionists and physicians recommend eating a diet that is low in fat and cholesterol and is free of excess sugar or carbohydrates. It is also often recommended that the diet include fresh fruit and vegetables. For best health, try to get at least nine servings of fruits and vegetables per day and reduce carbohydrates as well as refined sugar. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Exercise regularly. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Exercise has been shown to lower stress and burn calories. Aim for at least 45 minutes of physical activity at least 3 days a week. A brisk walk around the neighborhood can be all it takes to help you feel better. The exercise doesn&#39;t have to be strenuous. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Get enough sleep. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Having problems sleeping is common among PTSD sufferers. Talk with your doctor. Most adults need 6-8 hours of uninterrupted sleep to function well. Any less than that makes affects concentration. Try to get adequate rest. Talk with your doctor if you need help. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Be informed&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Research PTSD to learn all you can. Your doctor may be able to give you printed information or brochures. Education can help you feel better about PTSD symptoms and can help you stay informed on the cutting edge research that is being done by the Veteran&#39;s Administration and others. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; PTSD is manageable. If you have it you don&#39;t have to be alone. There is help and support from doctors, counselors and friends. Don&#39;t be afraid to reach out. You deserve any support that you need to heal. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; More information can be found online. To learn more about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder please visit: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; National Institute of Mental Health &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/index.shtml&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; National Center for PTSD&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; http://www.ncptsd.va.gov/ncmain/index.jsp&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; &lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt; Hope for Healing. 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If you want to understand how to stop panic attacks naturally then it sounds like you are planning to go the self help option instead of making use of prescription drugs to manage your anxiety and panic. Anxiety attacks can be halted and there are incredible all natural means of accomplishing this. Panic and anxiety attacks start off in the brain and they are created in the area of the brain referred to as amygdala. This really is rather like a switch that turns anxiety and off. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Controlling the amygdala is the vital thing to mastering precisely how to cease panic and anxiety attacks naturally. Panic and anxiety believe it or not accomplish a useful purpose as their function is to alert you of approaching threat so that you can do something to assure your own survival. This process is named the fight or flight response. Panic and anxiety symptoms happen once this process becomes too easily induced due to over excitement of this response. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; The good news is that panic attacks and anxiousness really are a behavioural pattern which you acquired over time when you are in contact with stressful stimulus. Any kind of behaviour that is acquired may be unlearned as well. This is how to prevent panic disorders naturally. Although there are natural cures for panic and anxiety attacks such as natural herbs they simply offer you short-lived reduction because the secret is unlearn this behavour rather than manage it using drugs or herbal treatments. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Learning how to overcome your anxiety and panic necessitates finding out how to do a few simple techniques that can stop this pattern. It is easy to avoid anxiety and panic attacks as soon you feel anxious by performing psychological exercises which have been intended to retrain the amygdala. Once you are in the position to stop the amygdala initiating panic and anxiety attacks this ultimately turns into a brand new behavior which changes the previous behavour where panic and anxiety attacks are brought on easily. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; The most essential approaches to getting to know how to stop panic attacks naturally is finding out how to breath correctly. When panic attacks arise your breathing becomes faster and shallower. It&#39;s a sign of the fight or flight response getting triggered. By taking power over your breathing by taking extended deep breaths you&#39;ll be able to seize control preventing an anxiety attack. It is essential to make deep breathing exercises a part of your everyday regimen because this will help you become a more serene person and less at risk from the stimulus that bring about panic and anxiety. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; The most beneficial step you can take with regard to ending panic attacks naturally would be to follow a training course that will take you through each of the approaches you must learn to bring your anxiety and panic under control. The very best help I have found with regard to learning how to end anxiety attacks naturally are The Linden Method and Panic Away. They are easy to understand self help products created for assisting you to simply triumph over any kind of panic and anxiety disorder. 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&lt;br&gt; PTSD is a major problem for veterans today and is going to become a bigger problem over time. That&amp;#39; s not speculation it&amp;#39; s a fact, based on the enormous number of troops that have been in combat in recent years. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; In fact , more than 2 . 0 million American and coalition troops have served in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan since 2003, with thousands deployed multiple times. Recent surveys found that 20% of soldiers who served in Afghanistan now suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or major depression. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; However , alarming these figures may be, it&amp;#39; s comforting to know that diagnosis for PTSD is getting better and numerous treatments are available. So what treatments are available for suffers of PTSD? &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Medication &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; One of the most common symptoms of PTSD is difficulty sleeping, which can be a major problem and have a disruptive effect on one&amp;#39; s ability to concentrate and focus. A drug called Prazosin is often prescribed for nightmares and has been used for a long time in the treament of hypertension. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Anxiety and depression is another common issue and many drugs are available to treat this symptom. The one thing to consider with any medication is that side-effects are often associated with their use and dependency can also become an issue. Working closely with your doctor should help you find the right medications and manage any side-effects that are experienced. Ideally, medication will help out in the short-term and provide a route into more sustainable and natural treatments. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Psychotherapy &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; A number of forms of therapy are available for suffers of PTSD, and whilst in the past many people have been reticent to consider &amp;#39; seeing a shrink&amp;#39;, therapy is one of the most effective ways to tackle the condition. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; It&amp;#39; s possible to enter into a one-on-one or a group therapy programme. Group therapy has benefited many people facing challenging mental or physical situations and the power of connecting with people who have been through similar experiences should not be underestimated. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Some types of therapy used in PTSD treatment include: &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Cognitive therapy. Talking about self-destructive thoughts and what causes this can help you develop strategies to change these notions. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Exposure therapy. This is a behavioral therapy technique to help you face up to the things that you find upsetting so you can learn to deal with it. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). This seems like an unusual approach, but combining Exposure Therapy with a programme of guided eye movements can help sufferers deal with traumatic memories. This is because there is a strong connection between eye movement and the function of the memory. &lt;br&gt; &lt;br&gt; A combination of these approaches will likely be the best route, and working with your healthcare professional should allow you to find the best approach for you. 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