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Men Dont ReportDepression as Often as Women

Schizophrenia:Diagnosis&TreatmentStrategies

Does Your Child

Have an Eating Disorder?You Are Not Alone

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Sept 2015

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Men Dont Report

Depression as Often as Women

Depressions Not Just a Womens IssueBoth men and women feel that symptoms of depression include feeling loneliness, sadness an

hopelessness. While these feelings are common especially among women men often sho

different symptoms, so they dont recognize the symptoms as signs of depression.

Men Often DontRecognize DepressionSymptomsBoth men and women feel that symptom

of depression include feeling lonelines

sadness and hopelessness. While the

feelings are common especially amon

women men often show differe

symptoms, so they dont recognize th

symptoms as signs of depression.

Health Risks of Hanging ToughMen comprise 75 to 80 percent of all suicides in the United States, according to WebMD, and

many of these cases can be traced to the cause of untreated depression.[2]

EveryDayHealth.com reports that five major health risks that are caused or aggravated by

untreated depression:[3]

Cases of heart disease are more likely among depressed people, and more depressed people

die after suffering heart attacks.

Depressed people often eat poorly and develop adult-onset diabetes.

People are more likely to ignore symptoms of other disorders when depressed.

Depressed people often become obese and face all the health risks of being overweight.

Depression can worsen conditions like osteoporosis by affecting calcium deposits, which

weakens bones.

Men have been conditioned to hang tough and externalize their symptoms, which actually

increases the risks to their health instead of providing relief. Instead of reporting their

symptoms of depression, men are more likely to drink alcohol or self-medicate with drugs,

behave recklessly, get into fights or behave aggressively toward their partners or families.

Trying to determine how many people are

affected by c l in ical depress ion is

complicated by the fact that men under-

report instances of depression, according to

the National Institute of Mental Health.

Even though women are 70 percent more

likely to become depressed, more than six

million men suffer from depression but

seldom get treated, according to Dr. Amit

Anand, the vice-chair of the Lerner College of

Medicines Center for Behavioral Health.[1]

Men suppress their feelings on many issues

because theyre expected to take risks,

provide for their families, fight wars and

never complain about physical problems and

mental health issues.

Even though gender barriers are dropping,

many men view talking about their

emotions, stress and depression as

weaknesses that make them less worthy or

masculine than whats considered normal.

Throughout history, men have been

encouraged to man up, bite the bullet.

and take one for the team.Trying todetermine how many people are affected by

clinical depression is complicated by the fact

that men under-report instances of

depression, according to the National

Institute of Mental Health.

Even though women are 70 percent more

likely to become depressed, more than six

million men suffer from depression but

seldom get treated, according to Dr. Amit

Anand, the vice-chair of the Lerner College of

Medicines Center for Behavioral Health.[1]


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Why Men Dont Recognize or Report Symptoms of Depression

Symptoms of DepressionMen and women might display different symptoms of depression

because women tend to internalize their feelings while men

externalize them. Women often cry for no apparent reason,

compensate by overeating and rehash negative feelings of self-

worth. Women are also susceptible to cycles of depression, which

are based on changes in their bodies caused by menstrual cycles,

pregnancy and hormonal changes.

Men tend to self-medicate, become obsessive about sex, sports and

exercise, attempt risky stunts and engage in other behaviors that areconsidered unsafe. The common symptoms of depression, according

to the National Institute of Mental Health, include:[5]

Sleep disorders

Feelings of sadness, anxiety and emptiness

Loss of interest in normal activities

Fatigue

Feeling hopelessness

Having difficulty concentrating and remembering details

Changes in eating habits

Experiencing body aches, cramps, headaches and digestive upse

Thinking about death and suicide Having trouble getting motivated for normal activities

Losing interest in sex

Men dont report their depression

symptoms because of masculine stoicism,

cultural pressures to take adversity in

stride and conditioning not to express

the i r em o t io ns . H o wever , evenen l ightened m en m ay co ns ider

depression to be a womens disorder or

not recognize the signs, which differ from

womens internalized soul-searching

symptoms.

Therefore, men are less likely to recognize

depression or seek treatment if they

suspect they have the disorder. The

reasons for not getting treated are

complex and varied but include:

Depressed men oft en commit suicide, take

Cultural Gender Stereotypes unnecessary risks and bury their feelingsIn the United States and many patriarchal sports, alcohol, drugs, television and exces

cultures, express ing emotion is sexual pursuit s.

considered a feminine trait. Male Stoicism

Men have been expected to train hard for Men can treat their depression in many ways

Men Ascribe Sympt oms to Physical centuries for sports, warfare and work by include seeking professional therapy, joinin

Causes developing physical strength and working support group, volunteering, exercising regula

Men often work at demanding physical through pain and discomfort stoically. eating well, getting enough sleep and connec

jobs and feel that their symptoms are with others socially. Medications may h

caused by physical activities. Instead of Effects of Aging temporarily but dont usually treat the underly

recognizing signs of depression, men Men often view their symptoms as normal causes.

report back pain, sexual problems, signs of aging. Gaining weight, getting

sleeping difficulties or headaches. fatigued more easily, developing aches and If anyone suspects that he, she or a fr iend sh

pains and breaking bones when growing signs of depression, seek medical helpSexuality older are viewed as consequences of age and encourage the person to get a physical exam.

D e pr e ss i o n a nd a nt i d e pr e ss a nt not as signs of depression.

medications can affect sexual desire and Its helpful to list all the symptoms before seein

performance, which men dont like to Depression carries severe physical and medical or mental health professional postp

discuss. emotional risks, but the condition is a making any life-changing decisions. Buildin

treatable health disorder and not a sign of strong social network for support can h

Men Respond to Symptoms Dif ferent ly weakness or femininity. Left untreated, depression victims to cope with the disorder.

than Women depression can destroy relationships and Encourage anyone with depression not to exp

Women with depression tend to develop cause heart attacks and other serious instant cures but gradual improvements in m

feelings of worthlessness and sadness medical conditions. each day. People dont become depres

while men become aggressive, irritable or overnight, so they shouldnt expect to get be

hostile. without working on the problem.


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Schizophrenia:Diagnosis&TreatmentStrategies

Over the last few decades, great strides havebeen made in understanding and treatingschizophrenia. Hospitalizations are rarer andbriefer than they used to be, and improvedantipsychotic meds have made symptomsmore manageable.

The public is better educated, too, so peoplewho have schizophrenia are less likely to bestigmatized. Intelligent, likable and highlycreative people are diagnosed every day.Although there is no cure, most people whohave the disorder respond well to treatmentand lead happy, productive lives.

Myths and Facts completely unfounded. If untreated, Risk Factors and Diagnosis

symptoms could progress to strange Schizophrenia has genetic roots rather behavior, delusions and hallucinations. environmental causes. If one parent hasEmotional detachment could worsen to disease, his or her children have about aapathy and catatonic states. percent chance of developing it, too. If

parents have it, the likelihood that their The Importance of Treatment will is around 35 percent.Since the course of the disease rapidlygains momentum, the importance of early Onset is usually during the late teens or ediagnosis and attention cant be adulthood. About 75 percent of people overstated. People with untreated have schizophrenia developed it betw

There are a number of misconceptions schizophrenia usually suffer long-term ages 16 and 25; its much rarer in people about schizophrenia, largely because unemployment or homelessness. Theyre age 30. It most commonly occurs along of the way its been portrayed in the often plagued by drug addiction. Their another mental disorder, such as anxietmovies. physical health declines. Their life depression, and abuse of drugs or alcoho

The name originated fromtwo Greek expectancy is ten to twenty years lower trigger the first appearance of symptoms.words that mean split and mind. than that of the general population, and

This doesnt indicate a splitting of the suicide rates are high. Since there is no medical test for detecpersonality, but a disconnect between schizophrenia, a psychiatrist will take all fantasy and reality. However, with therapy, medication and a risk factors into consideration. Be thoro

strong network of support, most patients when you report your physical condition People who suffer from schizophrenia cope well. If youve noticed marked mental health history, including that of have trouble distinguishing what is real changes in your thoughts or emotions, or if family members. The doctor will also from what is unreal. Their thinking is others have expressed concerns about heavily on your symptoms for an accuconfused, and they may subscribe to your behavior, read on to learn about diagnosis, so write them down before bizarre beliefs. They tend to be fearful diagnosis and treatment. consultation.or paranoid, even when their fears are


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caused the incarceration in the first place. Its

vicious, untenable cycle.

Yet, some progress is providing a glimmer

hope. Several police departments have receive

training in handling the mentally ill; the fir

responders may now arrive in plain clothes an

f youve been alive more often than not, take the afflicted to ment

long enough, you have health facilities rather than jails.stays. Lets face it Iprobably seen it a nameless the current state of mentalperson wandering down the street, Sure, one might think thats great, but can whealth care in the US is in crisis.screaming at people and things only he afford to treat mental illness at the commun

can see. If you stuck around long enough, level? The outcome of these new proceduresThe privatization of mental health care 30you probably saw the police arrive and clear for example, San Antonio recently saveyears ago created a mental health divide:even though the man has not harmed over $50 million dollars in the last five years aft

anyone, the officers begin shouting they implemented a diversion program Those who could afford care would receiveorders at him he cannot possibly including building and staffing the pubtreatment, and Those who could not be

understand. facilities.imprisoned.

He is incapable of complying, so the In the end, so long as mental health care Today, most people who experienceofficers wrestle him to the ground and privatized, mental illness among the middle clamental health issues are largely ignored byarrest him. As if that wasnt enough, the and poor will be punishable by law. The myth ththe system and often go untreated.man cant afford bail, so he languishes in is treating the mentally ill with commun

jail for a month before his case is centers will hit taxpayers in the wallet is simpSo what did we expect when someonedropped. false it has been proven time and again in recebegins suffering from a mental health crisis?

years that such facilities actually save taxpaySans community programs, the policeIn America today, there are over a quarter money.become our first line of treatment formillion inmates in prisons that have been everything from schizophrenic episodes todiagnosed with some form of mental Thats why major cities like Los Angeles and Nepsychotic breaks. In other words, whatillness. Compare that to the 30,000 or so York are organizing tasks forces to eliminate tshould be treated as a medical crisis is now

mentall y ill pati ents in Ame rican criminalization of mental illness. Plans inclubeing treated as a crime.psychiatric facilities if the disparity enhanced training for the police and establishi

between the two numbers is shocking to mental health community centers that caAnd it goes downhill from there. Once theyou, well it should be. provide comprehensive treatment. While thementally ill enter prison, they are often

plans will save millions, it also saves some neglected and abused by both the prisonThe bottom line is that America has societys most vulnerable citizens from thstaff and other inmates. The guards, whocriminalized mental illness. current systemic abuse of the poor and mentaare not trained to deal with a mental health

ill.crisis, often see psychotic symptoms asA recently released film by Brave New aggression or non-compliance.Films illustrates this cri sis and is For more information, make certain to watch t

attempting to raise awareness of the Brave New World film series CriminalizinIf they are treated in prison, medicationsissue and create a public dialog about Mental Health. New episodes are planned to band therapy cease after release oftentreatment options rather than prison released weekly.leading to the return of the symptoms that

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Warning Signs you could harmyourself or others, and clergy can be valuabEarly signs of schizophrenia include such intensity is rare. Symptoms are s o u r c e s ounusual tension or irritability, insomnia usually arrested and managed by enco uragemenand difficulty concentrating. As the antipsychotic drugs. Support programs

disease progresses, emotions are the mental heaaffected. The following symptoms Antipsychotic drugs work by acting on systemwill teach yshould be taken very seriously: certain brain chemicals, mainly how to cope w

dopamine. This feel-good chemical symptoms that crop Social withdrawal plays an important role in your unexpectedly. You Dulled emotions perception of pleasure. Its also learn to monitor yo Lack of motivation involved in thinking, learning, own medication a Thoughts that jump rapidly fromone motivation, judgment and deciding be alert to unwant

topic to another whats important or meaningful. side effects. Sometime Hearing or seeing things that arent Dopamine even keeps your motor skills living in a group home during the adjustme

there, especially hearing voices sharp. period is recommended.inside your head

Strongly held beliefs or ideas that However, when the dopamine systemis You should also adopt a healthy lifesty

others find unreasonable overly active and chemical levels are too Nutrition, exercise and quality sleep a Episodes of bizarre behavior that high, thinking can become disordered. excellent for your brain and body and keep yo

you couldnt explain or were later Delusions or hallucinations might result. meds working at top efficiency. Recreationembarrassed about Antipsychotic drugs correct the imbalance, drugs and alcohol, on the other hand, w

allowing you to think clearly and have negate the drugs effects and most likeBear in mind that these symptoms dont peace of mind. trigger psychotic episodes.reflect on your character. Schizophreniais a disease, just like diabetes and Your doctor may have to try a few different Living with schizophrenia is never easy, basthma. meds before hitting on the one thats best with proper care, you can take the reins. Rea

for you, so frequent communication is out for help today.imperative.Arresting SchizophreniaSupport therapy is also advised. Friends,You will only be hospitalized iffamily members, coworkers, teachers andpsychotic episodes are so intense that

People with

untreated

schizophrenia

usually suffer

long-term

unemployment

or homelessness.


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Does Your ChildHave an Eating Disorder?

You Are Not Alone

The first, and most important, thing to disorders have the highest mortality rate often play a role in the disorder, other factors c

realize is that eating disorders are most of any mental disorder. act as a trigger or cause a much greater chance

often caused by a confluence of factors manifestation.

social, genetic, and psychological that Temperament

fuse into a perfect storm and manifest If youve been a parent for any amount of Sociocultural Factors

in your child as an eating disorder. The time at all, you probably already realize that Peer pressure whether delivered in person

next thing you need to understand is that every child is utterly unique. That being via social media can cause a child to desire

it is highly unlikely that you caused (either said, science has uncovered several more acceptable body appearance. For examp

directly or indirectly) your childs eating personality traits that seem to be more consider the modern adolescent trend of posti

disorder. Rather, there were most likely prevalent in adolescents with eating pictures online to receive feedback.

several factors that contributed to the disorders. These traits include:

diagnosis. Family Dynamics

Competitiveness, In the not-so-distant past, therapists were ofte

Even today, there is a tendency in society Easily influenced by punishments and trained to assess blame for a childs eati

to dismiss eating disorders as a relatively rewards, disorder on his or her parents. While scien

harmless and temporary illness. Nothing Perfectionism, and today has largely discredited this notion, t

could be further from the truth Often displays impulsive behavior. family can play an important role in the recove

consider, for example: process by becoming a source of empowerme

Of course, just the presence of these traits and emotional support.

Almost half of people with diagnosed do not always foreshadow an eating

with eating disorders meet the disorder in the future but some or all of In the end, its important to understand t

criteria for clinical depression. these traits are often found in those source of the eating disorder is almost irreleva

Less than 10% of people with eating afflicted. rather, parents should focus on identifying t

disorders receive treatment. And of problem and seeking professional help.

those that receive treatment, less Genetics

than a third receive holistic in-patient Recent studies have conf irm ed that While understanding the symptoms and caus

treatment. individuals with a family history of eating of your childs eating disorder will not stop t

In 2014, there were over 30 million disorders are 8-12 times more likely to self-destructive nature of the disease, it will he

people of all ages and genders develop one themselves in other words, you work with your doctor, nutritionist, an

diagnosed with an eating disorder in eating disorders are often inherited. therapist more effectively.

the U.S.

Finally, and most importantly, eating Keep in mind, however, that while genetics

Just How Did My Child Get an Eat ing Disorder? Disbelief. Embarrassment . Anger.The verdict is in: your doctor is convinced your child has an eating disorder.

How exact ly did t his happen? What did you do wrong?


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The Biggest Misconceptionabout Bipol ar Disor der

t The Beautiful Mind Foundation, disorder causes rapid and dramatic mood irritable the rest of the day. Or converselywe believe today there is a great changes in the course of a single day. sometimes you wake up cranky, and somethi

deal of misconceptions, half- Nothing could be further from the truth in good happens perhaps you receive a gift. YoAtruths, and outright rumors circulating fact, the vast majority of bipolar disorder mood quickly improves, but you often feel liregarding bipolar disorder. A recent study sufferers experience mood swings over you are on an emotional roller coaster.

released the National Alliance on Mental weeks, not hours.

Illness (NAMI) showed a great This type of unstable moo

deal of new psychiatric con dit ion can have

patients believe they have disastrous effect on almo

bipolar disorder, only later all facets of a patients l

to be di ag no se d wi th and is often diagnosed as

so me th in g co mp le te ly personality disorder.

different. So, lets talk about

the biggest misconception about bipolar Personality disorders are chronic and consistedisorder. patterns of uncontrollable behavior an

So if you are experiencing rapid mood thoughts.changes in the course of a day, and they canTo be fair, psychiatrists have a tough jobbe linked to stressors, you probably do notproperly diagnosing many personality On the other hand, bipolar disorder is more oftehave bipolar disorder. The next question todisorders because they often manifest associated with distinct periods of irritable ask yourself is if your mood swings arewith simi lar sym pto ms. Accu rate elevated moods that can last several days impairing your ability to work and thediagnosis is key, however because weeks.quality of your relationships.treatments vary widely across the

spectrum of mental disorders. In the end, we believe strongly as a society wIf so, lets break down a typical day for you to should have as much compassion and empatsee if it resonates:The most common misconception is for someone with a mental illness as we do fYou wake up feeling great but then someonepatients who bel ieve that bipolar someone with a physical illness or disability.

cuts you off on the freeway, and you are

So if you are experiencing rapid mood changes in

the course of a day, and they can be linked to stressors,

you probably do not have bipolar disorder


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yan watched warily as his mother But this wasnt the worst part of his day. this park; baseball, football, summer barbecues

finished her last drink of the Earlier, his girlfriend had admitted to it all seemed so long ago now and just thinkiRevening. It was hard to know how cheating with one of his friends. Also about it hurt. He sat down at a bench overlookithis time of day would play out would hanging over him was his latest report card a pond and took the gun out of his pants. H

she start screaming and yelling at him or he was failing in several of his classes. But studied the revolver intently, stroking the barr

simply trudge upstairs and sleep it off? so what? They had no money, so no chance and feeling a tear welling up in his eye.

Her drinking had always been a problem of college anyway.

but had gotten much worse since the Ryan is not alone this scene, or one like it, pla

divorce. Ryan had begun to worry if life was worth out every 15 minutes in America. Consider:

the trouble. He was utterly exhausted and

Swaying, she got up from her chair and worn out at the age of sixteen, and Nearly 30,000 Americans commit suicid

woozily made her way to her bedroom. wondered what it would be like to just check every year.

To Ryan, this was becoming a nightly out. Would anybody care? In the U.S., suicide rates are highest durin

ritual sometimes she might stumble, the spring.

and he would rush to help her back up. Ryan picked himself up from his chair and Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for 1

Tonight, thankfully, he heard her fall into walked over to his moms laptop. He sent an to 24-year-olds and 2nd for 24 to 35-yea

her bed, probably asleep before her head email to his ex-girlfriend and his mom and olds.

hit the pillow. said goodbye. Each suicide intimately affects at least s

other people.

Day by day, he felt his life slipping away He walked out to the garage and reached

it felt as if the world was sucking the life into his dads old toolbox. He pulled out a So there it is the cold, hard facts about suicid

right out of him. He felt broken and alone. small revolver his dad kept there; it was Depression is the primary driver of suicides

supposed to be a secret, but Ryan had America. The sad truth of the matter is that yo

It wasnt always like this. Before the known about it since he was twelve. He took or someone you know has likely been affected

divorce, his mom held a steady job and the gun and placed it in the pocket of his depression and suicide.

managed to take care of everything at slacks.

home. Since the divorce, however, she If you know someone who is walking the da

had turned to the bottle. She had trouble Ryan exited the garage and headed to the road, or if you are personally struggling wi

keeping a job as result, and was just neighborhood park. He tried to remember depression, dont give up hope. Get profession

terminated today from her latest gig. all the good times he had with his father in help as soon as possible.

The

DeadlySynergyBetween

Depressionand

Suicide


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Can H elp P revent D epressionPLANNING

epression is a serious mental Stanley Safety plan has proven itself as an networks and rely on a specific set of self-ca

illness and can be debilitating for effective suicide prevention tool. It is practices. Still, if you arent feeling better, tthose who suffer from it. In this currently used in many large depression and plan can also help you connect with a crisis centDarti cle, we wil l prov ide 4 suicide prevention initiatives, including: or mental health professionals in your area.specially created steps of planning with

aim to prevent depression. Veterans Health Administration, State This version of the plan focuses on your emotio

with the goal of preventing you from enteri

into a full-blown depressive episode.

First, Recognize the Symptoms of Depression

Begin by documenting your moods prior to

depressive episode and also include a

situational triggers that precede or may eve

cause your episodes. For example, are yosleeping more or less? Are you less interested

your friends and family?

Next, list your coping strategies what can yo

do to avoid feeling depressed? Some people fin

running or long walks can ease their mood

others like to treat themselves to something li

manicure, pedicure, or makeover. Dont worry

your strategies are superficial if it makes yo

feel better, its probably worth it.

Mental Health Systems (including NY and You may not feel like it, but forcing yourself

While therapy and drugs can help the Geo rgia), Mil ita ry Beh avioral Hea lth socialize with other people will probably lift yo

majority of those with the illness, Systems, Crisis Hotlines Hospital Emergency spirits. So go for it pack your calendar wi

monitoring and planning for depressive Departments, College Counseling Centers, activities with friends and family. Lets face it

episodes can also help maintain a more High School Counseling Outpatient Clinics sometimes there is no cause or trigger for

healthy lifestyle. and Private Practices. depressive episode. A busy social life can distra

you from your symptoms and may help keep yo

Can you prevent an episode from The plan is progressive and encourages episode at bay.

occurring? Much depends on the severity participants to lean on their support

of your case, but for many, the

answer is an unqualified yes. Next, dont put off calling in th

Having a plan that helps you experts.

recognize your early symptoms List the names of your mental heal

and engages your coping skills can profe ssionals your doctors an

often prevent the onset of a therapists, along with your pharmacis

depressive episode. Also, remember to include the numb

for the National Suicide Preventio

Lifeline.How to Create Your

Depression PreventionFinally, dont forget to share your plaPlanwith your family and trusted friends

youll appreciate their support anWhile there are many goodguidance when you need it the most.preventions plans today, the

Gregory Brown and Barbara


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Still, coping with a spiral of negative you feel safe perhaps a favorite chair or remember the feeling of ease, and it will ma

thoughts can harm even mentally healthy sofa, or even in the bathroom. Next, turn on you feel safe enough to explore some of yo

people emotionally. When it happens to some relaxing music and try closing your negativity and confusion.

someone with a mental illness, the eyes. Notice your environment what

results can be devastating. In the article, temperature is it? What do you hear? What Create a collage of your feelings and thoughts.

we will explain how to deal with painful colors are present?

thoughts and emotions with creativity. You probably did something similar back

school page through magazines an

So what are the best techniques for Next, take a picture of your space and keep newspapers and find images that express yo

coping with negative thoughts and it handy perhaps use it as the wallpaper on emotions. Today you can also use Googles ima

emotions? Most of us learned at a very your phone. When you see it, you will search. Print or tear the images out and gl

early age that crying and getting angry is them to a piece of paper. When its complet

simply not acceptable. Once again, our journal or blog about the images you selecte

society often seems to be laser-focused What are they trying to tell you?

on happiness, while other emotions, like

sadness, anger, and confusion are often

stigmatized. What can we do to best Practice a symbolic release.

deal with negative thoughts and

emotions? In this exercise, youll enter your safe place an

write down the things that are bothering you o

First recognize that these emotions strips of colored paper. Once complete, cut o

are part of the normal human each item and place within a jar. Take a secon

experience. Dealing with them to look at the paper in the jar, and then burn

honestly and effectively requires a bury them. Yes, its symbolic but it works.

set of healthy techniques to help

you successfully navigate the range

of your emotions. In the end, its very important to proce

and understand our emotions.

While some of the activities below

may seem simplistic, its important If these exercises feel too small an

to keep in mind that they are narrow to process your feeling

designed to identify and deal with try working with a therap

th e ro ot ca uses of yo ur who integrates art in

negative feelings. Talking their therapy. Th

about your feeling s can type of therapy

certainly help, but these p a r t i c u l a r

exercises engage you at a effective because

more rational part of your provides a safe an

mind a deeper expression, creative backdro

in other words. w i t h w h i c h t

e x p l o r e y o u

feelings.

First, find your safe place.

This could be any quiet

place in your home that

HOW TO DEAL

WITH PAINFUL

THOUGHTS AND

EMOTIONS BY

USING CREATIVITY

Nobody likes to be caught

obsessing over negat ive thought s

and emotions. After all,

doesnt our society

constant ly remind us

how happiness is our

ult imate goal?


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Even if you don't take antidepressants, effects can be discouraging. over 60% of respondents reported moo

chances are you know someone who elevation after 25-30 minutes of modera

does. A recent study revealed that 18% of So - if you're not willing to deal with the side activity like walking or gardening.

all adults take a least one antidepressant - effects, or if antidepressants just don't work

a 90% increase in the last decade. for you, consider the following low-tech Spend some time in the sun

ways of dealing with your depression: In recent years, sunshine has gotten a bad raDepression is one of the most common While there are certainly risks to prolong

forms of mental illness and is the largest Try roseroot herb exposure, moderate exposure helps your bra

single cause of suicide in America. A recent study at the University of regulate melatonin and serotonin. A recent stu

Antidepressant usage is rising as more Pennsylvania proved the effectiveness of also found that the Vitamin D absorbed by yo

people are acknowledging their disorder Rhodiola rosea (roseroot). Besides being skin from the sun reduced depressive symptom

and turning to medication for treatment. pro ven as effe ct ive as mains tre am by 20%.

antidepressants, roseroot also produced far

Just a few years ago, mental health fewer side effects. If you are struggling with your moods an

ex pe rt s un if or ml y be li ev ed th at wondering if you are clinically depressed, start

depression was rooted in a chemical Practice mindfulness taking a free self-assessment at Mental Heal

imbalance in the brain. Today, experts are Mindfulness is all about rewiring your brain America

taking a more holistic approach - the and making it less reactive to negative

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The researchers found that walking in a nature setting reducesnegative thought cycles and other obsessive thoughts that play intodepression and anxiety disorders.

In the study, researchers asked 40 men and women to answerquestions to ascertain their tendency toward obsessive thoughtpatterns. Next they underwent brain scans targeting a particular regionof the brain that is active during this type of thinking. Finally, theparticipants next trekked out on a 90-minute walk either in an urbanarea or a nature park.

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For those of you who live in urban areas, the study indicated thatspending just a couple of hours each week in the park can improve yourwell-being. Another recent British study concluded that simply walking

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The issue is likely to affect more people in the near future. More than50% of the world's population lives in cities today, but by 2050 thatnumber is expected to increase to 70%. As parks and other naturalareas within urban areas continue to be reduced or closed, manypeople will have little or no contact with nature.

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Phobias and Fear:Acupuncture from Brad Hill cured my irrational fear of the power of water. Since buying a boat 4 years ago, I hanot been able to enjoy it, until this summer. It used to be that every time I got onto the boat, I knew that my 2 childremy husband, and I were going to die, and no one could convince me otherwise. I'm a very cerebral person; I calmost always reason myself out of (and into) anything. This unreasonable terror got worse every summer, untjust stopped going with my family on the boat. This was unacceptable to me... we live on the coast of Maine, crying out loud! I finally accepted that I needed someone else's help with overcoming this debilitating emotion.

I first tried 10 months (boating off-season) of polarity therapy and had only positive expectations that followisummer. The first day out, on semi-choppy water, I totally panicked. I was so angry with myself for failing at thThis experience proved to me, without a doubt, that my issue was not a matter of "mind over matter;" I had startthe season with 100% confidence that polarity therapy had erased my terror. My failure was shocking to me.

I then tried 10 months of acupuncture from Brad Hill the following off-season, because it couldn't hurt. And whestepped onto our boat this summer, I was NOT filled with confidence. Why should I trust acupuncture, after I trustpolarity therapy, and had no success? But I had to get on the boat, because we had guests. It was a particulachoppy day. I assumed my position: shotgun, white-knuckling the dashboard, and holding my breath. I refrainfrom donning my lifejacket, which I usually do, so I wouldn't scare our guests. After about 2 minutes, I realizedwasn't holding my breath, and that I wasn't feeling like we were all going to die, as I was completely prepared to feI found this very curious. I thought about the situation. I looked around, a bit surprised. I let go of the dashboard. I d

not panic. I took a really deep breath (usually totally impossible for me on the boat), and still did not panic. Wbounced to our destination, and I was ecstatic!

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