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5 Techniques for overcoming the fear of public speaking By : Benjamin van Spijck For many of us, fear of public speaking is an everyday reality. Striking up a conversation with a stranger often goes quite well, but having to speak during a meeting is far more difficult. Even the thought of a round of introductions breaks many people into a sweat, and if they have to give a speech, many of them contemplate driving their car into a tree. Panic Attacks! How to retake control of your life By : David B smith A panic attack is a discrete period of intense fear or discomfort that is accompanied by one or more of the following symptoms. Various types of Anxiety Disorders By : Juliet Cohen Anxiety is a feeling of unease. Anxiety is only considered to be a mental health problem when it is prolonged, severe and is interfering with everyday activities. Fortunately, most anxiety disorders are highly treatable with psychotherapy, drugs, or a combination of both. Various types of Pain Disorders By : Juliet Cohen Pain Disorder is a somatoform disorder in which the predominant area of focus is painful bodily complaints in which psychological factors are determined to be central to the onset, severity, exacerbation or maintenance of the complaint. 21 Day Solution to Taking Control of ADD! By : Jim DeSantis Who's the Boss over your thinking process? If you have ADD, it's your thinking process that's the Boss. Sound like doubletalk? Well, it's a fact. So, here are 10 ways to be the boss of your thoughts and, therefore, the quality of your life. Eating Disorder in Children By : Juliet Cohen Eating disorders also called is Anorexia nervosa and Bulimia. Eating disorders is important to recognize that each factor plays a role in predisposing, precipitating, or perpetuating the problem. Anorexia nervosa compulsive eating are the most common among such young children, but there are cases of bulimia being reported. About Meditation to reduce stress, boost motivation and improve mental abilities By : Knut Holt Here you find a general definition of meditation, and an easy meditation technique is explained. Depression - Symptoms, Causes and Treatment options By : Knut Holt The main symptom of depression is sadness or low mood level, but many other mental and physical symptoms also occur. Here are symptoms, causes and treatment options explained. Anxiety and Its Treatment Options By : Grant Eckert If you're feeling anxious, you might need to do more than just tough it out and wait for the symptoms to subside. You may need to make some major changes in your life in order to feel better and finally calm down. In today's busy world, it might seem like it's impossible to avoid anxiety - which is probably true - but that doesn't mean that you can't try to do something about it in the meantime. Various Stages of Depression and When You Should Seek Help By : Grant Eckert The difficulty with many mental disorders, it's hard to tell when you need more than just a positive attitude to manage your feelings. Depression is a common problem that many people simply think they need to live with, something they need to 'tough out' in order to come out better for it. But this is not necessarily the best treatment plan for this mental illness. Here's what you should know. Symptoms of Bi-polar Disorders - What to Look For By : Grant Eckert The idea that someone could have severe mood swings that they can not control is something that seems almost impossible to most of us. While we may have had times in our lives when it seemed like we couldn't control our feelings and emotions, we could always control the way that we express them in public. However, for a portion of the population, their brain chemistry just simply can not adjust for changes in moods as the rest of us can. These people are often diagnosed as being bi-polar. The Impact of Physical Illness on Mental Health By : Jennifer Baxt While there have been many advances made in the mental health field over the last quarter century, with mental health professionals acknowledging more and more mental illnesses and how they develop, one aspect of mental health is still not widely discussed. This is the actual impact that physical illness has on one’s mental health. Eating Disorders Warning Signs By : Juliet Cohen Eating disorders are serious behavior problems. Eating disorders can cause heart and kidney problems and even death. Introduction To Eating Disorders By : Juliet Cohen Eating disorders are often described as an outward expression of internal emotional pain and confusion. Eating disorders afflict millions of people, thousands of which will die from them yearly. Managing Anxiety - Three Keys to Success By : Grant Eckert- Everyone feels anxious at some point in their lives. Whether they are under a lot of stress at work, in a bad relationship, or simply having troubles dealing with their responsibilities, each of us has had a moment where we began to worry. This reaction is something that we all share on a day to day basis, but for some, it's not something that's normal or easy to get a handle on. For those, as well as the rest of us, we need to think about managing our anxiety instead of simply responding to it. Natural Remedies for Helping Mental Health By : Grant Eckert- Though much attention to health focuses on preventing illness, there is far more evidence suggesting your mental health may play just as big a role in your physical well being. By taking the time to nurture your mind as well as your body, you can create a balanced life. Your mental health isn't something that can be neglected until it is having numerous problems; your sanity deserves just as much attention as the rest of you. What is a Panic Attack and When Should You Seek Help? By : Grant Eckert- The feeling that everything is swirling around you and that the world is ending right before your eyes is a horrible experience. When you have a panic disorder, however, this can be a fairly regular occurrence during times of stress. If you've felt these kinds of out of control feelings before, you might have suffered from a panic attack. But to make sure that you are doing what's best for your body, here is the basic background on panic attacks, what they feel like, and when you should seek hel What Is Stress – A Definition of Stress By : Adrian Hardy What is stress in terms of the changes that occur in the body and the mind. This article gives a definition of stress and points out the importance of dealing with daily stresses and strains. How To Relieve Stress For Busy Mothers By : Adrian Hardy It is not always possible to directly deal with a stressful situation. In cases like this you need an outlet that can relieve the stress. This article gives you some simple ideas that can do this. Alternative Treatments for Mental Health By : Craig Elliott Considering all of the prescription medications for mental health issues, it seems like they would be the first line of defense against mental health problems. Medicines for Depression and Anxiety - What to Expect By : Craig Elliott If you have been suffering from depression and anxiety, seeking help to deal with the debilitating symptoms is the first step. Seeking Help from a Psychologist - Where to Start By : Craig Elliott There are times in everyone's lives when things feel out of control. Whether there has been a specific event has occurred or you simply are shouldering the burden of several independent problems. The Importance of Mental Health By : tania hackner Suffering from mental illness is like having a broken bone. You will feel pain and it will change your life in a not-so-good way until you get help. The truth about mental health disorders By : Crizza Reyes Throughout the world's population. Mental disorders are quiet prevailing, and yet it remain greatly misunderstood by the people. Even for those who find themselves afflicted with even common mental disorders, discover that there is much to be learned about their particular illness, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery, which is different for everyone. Bipolar Disorder: 7 Holiday Survival Tips By : David E. Morgan For many people with bipolar disorder, the approach of the holidays comes with feelings of dread. It's a time when great care must be taken to avoid triggering a mood episode. Here are seven tips that can help. Benefits Of Online Continuing Education For Professional License Renewal By : Margie Savage Online continuing education, utilizing well-defined study materials, is beneficial for many professionals who need to renew their license through their respective agencies. Biology of Depression By : Grant Eckert Depression is a severe and crippling emotional disorder that afflicts some 10-15% of the population worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. While there are many varieties of the disorder, the principal characteristics of the illness remain the same: a reduced level of self-esteem; lack of energy or interest in daily activities; reduced social functioning and damage to personal relationships; changes in appetite and weight; and gloomy and often suicidal thoughts and actions. Depression and Pregnancy-What Is the Connection? By : Craig Smith At one time, doctors believed that the hormones associated with pregnancy were a good protection against depression. In more recent years, however, there has been a growing body of evidence that depression during pregnancy is a serious problem, affecting 10-20% of all women - the same proportion that women as whole suffer without adding pregnancy into the equation. Teen Depression-Warning Signs to Watch For By : Stephanie Larkin If you have a teenager, then you should know how to watch out for teen depression, which can be easily discounted by parents as drama, and which can claim the life of your child. Many teenagers display behavior that their parents call "moody", and they dismiss it when their teens mention depression or when their behavior comes in line with depression, leading to a complete lack of the vital warning signs that could prevent many teen tragedies. Taking Manic Depression Effects Seriously By : Reginald Curtis Manic depression effects or Bipolar depression is actually considered as one of the worst type of depression that people usually suffer from. Characterized by sudden and extreme changes in their mood, Manic depression is said to be called as such because manic = mania refers to the 'ups' while depression refers to the 'downs'.
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