Anxiety Road Podcast: Recent Episodes
Gena Haskett
This is the Anxiety Road Podcast, the involuntary journey in finding treatment options for people that have anxiety and panics attacks with side trips into related mental health disorders.
This podcast is treatment agnostic.
How much worry and gloom can you stand? To the point where it becomes expected. This is what we call in the biz erroneous thinking. It doesn't have to be this way. In this pebble on the anxiety road, a look at generalized anxiety disorder.
Resources Mentioned: The non-profit Helpguide.org has a page explaining Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Attacks The World Health Organization as a downloadable four page fact sheet on generalized anxiety disorder, the symptoms and what you can do about it.
Licensed therapist Kati Morton has a YouTube channel that talks about mental health issues. This is an episode on Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are medical doctors, osteopathic doctors and naturopathic doctors. You don't hear as much about the NDs but they are a part of the healthcare system. The question is, can they help or assist you if you have an anxiety condition?
In this episode, a look at the licensed naturopathic doctors, the services offered and can they be another healthcare resource? Resources Mentioned: The U.S. National Institute of Health has an explainer page about Naturopathic Medicine. The Council on Naturopath Medical Education has an information page on the type of conditions these doctors treat. American Association of Naturopathic Physicians has a map that shows where naturopathic doctors are licensed in the U.S. and Canada and the current status of other U.S. states considering licensing these types of doctors. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
If you are a senior or elderly person taking benzodiazepines there are things you need to be aware and informed about. Not from a place of fear but of safety. In this episode, a quick look at how benzodiazepines can affect older adults and a few resources. One more thing. There is a high number of AI Slop videos on this topic. Some of the presenters are not human. We have a new generation of graduates of the I-fleece-em academy. You can tell by how much fear they projects and the image of a medical persona. The thumbnail is designed to hook you by engaging in your curiosity or concern about a medication you take. Please think before you click. Resources Mentioned: Over on the Canadian side of the fence, there is a brochure from Canadian Coalition for Senior Mental Health. Simple, easy to read and packed with solid accessible information. Such as if you are taking Benzos, you should not be drinking alcohol. There is a one-page handout that was created by Benzo.org.UK for World Benzo Day called Problems and Pitfalls. It explains some of the issues of seniors and elderly folk taking benzodiazepine and some options. The Mayo Clinic has a list of medications that can cause some concerns in older adults. The non-profit Benzo Info has a page on the medication called Impact on the Older Adult Population University of Alabama at Birmingham has a report on More than a million older Americans take benzodiazepines long-term. Here is why doctors want them to stop, and how a UAB psychiatrist approaches the conversation. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community.
Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
People who are anxious or have an anxiety condition need to pay attention to things that harm their health. It does not mean you get to drink, get drunk and fly. I learned that there are a sub-genre of police body cam videos that focus on airports. I gotta go cold turkey on those videos. They got me sympathetic to Spirit Airlines, may it rest in peace.
In this episode, a review of the anxiety medications, what alcohol does to you, environmental factors that could affect your consumption of booze and some of the repercussions of being intoxicated in U.S. airports. Resources Mentioned: The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a section of their website on Medication and Other Treatment Options for Anxiety Disorders and Depression The Budget Savvy Travelers website has a bunch of tips and techniques to get you from point A to B. Sky Sonar goes into a lot of details about being ok on the plan, such as getting an isle seat and pre-checking if this is a turbulent flight. Emergency Resources: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact . Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I'm still on summer slow down. I was more tired than I thought. But slowly getting back into the game. It is one thing to know you need help but it is a whole other thing trying to get help. In this episode, a few more tips on how to separate yourself from fraudsters non-human shams. The videos I posted in the resource section make some of the consumer health literacy process clear and easy to implement. Resources Mentioned: Anxiety and Depression Association of America. known as ADAA has extensive information about the different types of anxiety conditions and other mental health disorders. They also have a YouTube channel. The Mayo Clinic has a section on their website with a listing of diseases and conditions. Psychology Today a viable website with a bunch of mental health and mental wellness information. It is a commercial site but they do have health professionals creating content. There is a US and UK versions of the website. A story I think we all should check out is AI implied health biases - how they replicate existing or prior historical views on health issues. AI implied health biases - how they replicate existing or prior historical views on health issues. There is a short SciToons video on the basics of health literacy for consumers and why it is important. The PROVE It literacy technique, explains how to evaluate information, both health and non-health info that is presented to you. This info is intended for teachers but it is super clear on the process of evaluating information. The North Carolina Medical Board created an instructional video on what to do to prepare for an office visit, and how to get better value from the visit called The Importance of Health Literacy To beef up your health literacy skills, I do recommend the Trust it or Trash it website. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community.
Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
It is time for my summer slow down but the tricksters do not rest. So for a couple of episodes, I want to share with you some of the new fangled ways the underside of the bottom of the barrel will try to get you to read, click or share. This time a look at busty thumbnails and Barney Google's type eyes in social media title cards and thumbnails. The TLDL is that there are all kinds of ways to get attention.
Attention sometimes equals clicks and then clicks equal cash or data harvesting. When possible, avoid the Reaper. Resources Mentioned: The Trust It or Trash It website has tutorials on how to evaluate a health or mental health site for being a safe place to get information. The National Library of Medicine has a section of the website that also has tutorials on health literacy topics. On the PubMed page there is a on-line tutorial or you can download the PDF version of Evaluating Internet Health Information: A Tutorial Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This brief episode is about mysophobia or germophobia. When I went to do my research, a lot of search engines wanted me to learn about misophonia.
The AI didn't believe that I wanted to learn about the fear of germs. It insisted that I wanted to know about the sensory brain problem where certain noise patterns are painful to hear or be exposed to for a person. It is a very interesting condition but it is not an anxiety condition. For those about to roast me for not spelling germophobia correctly, per the dictionary, both germophobia and germaphobia are correct. It is getting rough on these internet streets. It was like, hey little girl, let me tell you something you didn't ask for but I'm going to give it to you anyway. This is why you need a brick in your purse. But I digress. This is a short look at this particular type of phobia. Resources Mentioned: WonderMind is a website that writes about mental health and fitness issues for adults of a certain age, not boomers. They have a post called How to Do Life When You're Scared of Germs. The Cleveland Clinic has an explainer page about mysophobia aka germophobia. The International OCD Foundation has an abundance of resources about OCD information. Emergency Resources: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, a pebble in the road on a NAMI resource for military folks. As I mentioned in the show, this day is the Memorial Day observance and the start of barbeque season. Well, for the rest of the country.
Around these parts the sun shines almost all of the time so anytime is a good time to fire up the grill. Unless you live in a fire prone area. Then it is bad, very bad. It is also the time for making evaluations or decisions on how the next six month are going to go. Great opportunity to get your act together or let it fall the hell apart and rebuild. Your choice. Oh, one more thing. I need to juggle some work demands, vacation and other stuff. One of my ideas was to bank a few episodes on viable links of interest. I'm going to try to do that so I can keep my brain from turning into mush. So there might be a few more pebbles in the road as I try to balance the impossible concept of time enough. I never have enough time. Resources Mentioned: Health.mil is the official website for active soldiers that need mental health resources. The NAMI website has resources and educational programs for current military, family members and caregivers. https://www.nami.org/programs/nami-homefront/ Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is an episode on washing dishes mindfully. I have a pan that I've mucked up one time too many. I don't have patience with it any more. But maybe I need to slow down and care for it proper.
And by it, I mean me. Slow down and look at the pan. What does it need? Can it be saved from the land fill? Focusing it on being in the moment with that dang crusted up multi-ringed pan of hell. Ok, I might need a bit more work on being in a kind and loving mode of mindfulness. We all have to start somewhere and it ain't going to be perfect. Doesn't have to be. Just start. Do the best you can, when you can. Resources Mentioned: From Insight Timer, there is an audiogram by Michelle Tao that explains how to do a mindful dishwashing session. The website Care and Self Love goes deep with the power of dishwashing mindfulness. Mindful Exercises has a script that you can follow as you set your mind to the task of taking care of yourself and those dishes. And trusted Consumer Reports has an article on how to wash dishes. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, I want to give an overview of what a mental health license is, why it is necessary and some of the types of providers that have a specific type of license. Part of the reason the podcast exist is to provide accurate, verifiable information. So when I hear a statement like, "a license is only for insurance purposes," I have flashbacks of being that girl in class with her arms waving as the rest of the class groans.
Resources Mentioned: There is a simple version from Mental Health Foundation on the types of mental health professionals. From NAMI, that is the National Alliance of Mental Illness is a PDF fact sheet on the types of mental health professionals, the titles and what they do. Mental Health America also has a page on the various types of mental healthcare providers. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is a quick look at the book Beyond Anxiety by Martha Beck. I think most of us would like to be beyond it but our current reality is making that extremely hard to do.
Resources Mentioned: I found two open chapters of the book Beyond Anxiety on Google Books. If you are interested in author Martha Beck, there is her main website where you can look at some of her social media history and connections. If you want to get a sense of her tone and point of view there is an 2025 interview on the Today show. Emergency Resources: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Caffeine is one of those substances that can be a friend-enemy. We all know of or experienced the friend-enemy, the one that seems to be supportive while doing dirt in the background.
In limited use like period relief medications, I have no problem supporting that use. Taking caffeine daily when you have anxiety or depression, might not be such a good idea. It can amp up your existing symptoms or give you new ones. In this episode, the foods and drinks you might find caffeine and a few resources on how to slowly and safely detox from the stuff. Resources Mentioned: Both Medline Plus and the Harvard TC Chan School of Public Health Nutrition Source have pages about caffeine. The following resources have information about withdrawing or reducing your intake: * Sutter Health on breaking your caffeine habit * Cornell University download flyer tips on Reducing Caffeine Use * The Cleveland Clinic on How to Quit Caffeine
Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The way it is presented you'd think that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the only therapy treatment for anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions. No, it isn't. It does work, but not for every person or every mental health condition. In this episode, a quick review of what CBT is and some of the pros and cons. This isn't an attempt to praise or condemn the therapy. I just want to point out that it might not be right for you at this time or you might needs to get your symptoms in control before you can consider this type of treatment. Resources Mentioned: American Psychological Association on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Book publisher Wiley has the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Dummies book. On the website you can read sample chapters and there is a cheat sheet you can review to see if the book is a good match for you. MindDoc is an app that is a CBT type education that you can access via your phone. You can read or listen to a variety of topics, monitoring and self-management your mental health and check in on you daily. There is a free and paid version of the app that is available to Android and iOS users. What's Up app for iPhone/iPad users provides a basic grounding in CBT topics and skills. it has a journaling and notes section, breathing exercises and grounding tools. It is free but there are in-app purchases. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Anhedonia is the inability to experience pleasure or enjoyment from activities that normally bring satisfaction. You can do things but you can't feel things. Your brain cannot process or have access to pleasure, reward or satisfaction.
This is a quick episode on what the condition is, some of the symptoms and a few learning and treatment options. Resources Mentioned: Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a video about Anhedonia ADAA also has a support group for people with Major Depression Disorder. Psych Hub video is also a good starting place to learn about Anhedonia UC Irvine has an informational blog page about Anhedonia called There is help if it all seems too much From Helpguide.org Anhedonia Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Emergency Resources: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Psychedelics are knocking on the door again. It is the generational visit of psychedelics with some people seeing the potential and others seeing the danger and consequences. In this episode, a look at Executive Order 14401 and what is proposed for the treatment of serious mental health conditions.
Let me be clear about this. I take no position pro or con in the upcoming debates or discussions about psychedelics. I am learning as I move through this unexpected (for me) treatment option. I have concerns. Big whomping concerns. I also have distrust and I'm noticing that certain stock markets and pharmaceutical companies are taking interest in this topic. What I'm trying to say I have biases, both conscious and unconscious. This episode is what I've discovered learning about the topic. My first steps. Psychedelically, you might be further down the road. One more thing. Dear public relations people. I have never had a guest on the show. I do not plan to in the future. Please peddle your guests to a more appropriate forum. Resources Mentioned: Psychedelic Information Resources From Psychology Today What the New Executive Order Means for Psychedelics, A federal policy shift puts psychedelics in the spotlight for mental health. PBS.org story about the executive order and some of the pros and cons. Like insurance? Nope. One of the things the Petrie-Flom Center looks at is Health Law Policy. This is a Q&A on the Executive Order on Psychedelics with I. Glenn Cohen and Mason Marks. FDA Right to Try Fact Sheet and Congress.gov page on Expanded Access and Right to Try: Access to Investigational Drugs The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency Drug Scheduling with a list of the drug schedules. Information about executive orders, their history and how to obtain them. National Constitution Center information page on What is an Executive Order? The American Bar Association's website has an explainer from a legal perspective on what an executive or is, the format of the document and how to retrieve the official version. National Archives and Records Administration Archive of all things related to the U.S. government. Maintains a digital index of executive orders that is searchable by date, number, or topic. The orders may be viewed as PDFs or text, in the Federal Register, or within Title 3 of the U.S. Code. American Presidency Project is an archive maintained by the University of California Santa Barbara includes text of almost all executive orders, searchable by year of issue back to the early nineteenth century. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Mental health isn't just fixing one thing. It is more than stopping the symptoms. It is getting the parts back in alignment. Your brain, your spirit, your body and yes even neurotransmitters. This episode is about the neurotransmitter Dopamine. What it is and the relationship between stress, anxiety and the fight or flight response. I hope understand that this is one of the many processes of recovery. Do what you can, when you can.
Resources Mentioned: The Cleveland Clinic has an explainer page on Dopamine. There are three TED Ed videos that visually explain what is happening in your brain when you have excessive stress and the relationship between anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions. How stress affects your body - Sharon Horesh Bergquist on what goes on inside our body when we are chronically stressed Procrastination that includes the flight or fight response and the relationship to anxiety and depression. How the food you eat affects your brain lesson by Mia Nacamulli explains how food affects your brain, how Amino Acids change into neurotransmitters and how the food we eat can change how we feel and behave. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
A few months back, there were statements about SSRIs and increase violence in youth. Not true and I found a well written article explaining what a government official said and what is the factual, data based findings. I'll have that linked below.
What I want to do is share with you the process of evaluating a medication so that you know the benefits and possible side effects so that you can make an informed choice. The basic questions are: * What is this drug and why do I need it? * Specifics on how much to take, when and with or without foods or liquids. * What are the known side effects and when should I be concerned? * Are there foods, drinks, vitamins, herbals or other things I should not take with the medication? * How do I quit or stop taking the medication? There are some meds that you have to be weaned off of or you might experience harsh withdrawal symptoms.
Resources Mentioned: What Is (and What Is Not) on Trump and Kennedy's Make America Healthy Again Public Health Agenda by KFF News. Simply Psychology page on Serotonin and how it affects the brain and body. The Mayo Clinic has a good information page about anti-depressants Antidepressants for kids and teens: What the science says. For parents who need background information on anti-depressants for their kids or teenagers. Medline Plus Drug Information Page, you can type the generic name or the brand name of the drug to get information on it. Emergency Resources: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I'm seeing more PR stuff and news stories about weight lost drugs for anxiety and depression.
The short version for me is that there is not enough science or science research to determine if GLP-1 can be used to treat anxiety and depression. But that doesn't stop news stories and PR pieces from being written.
As a starting point, I want to explain what GLP-1 are, the intended use and some of the side effects. both positive and negative a person could experience. Resources Mentioned: Think Global has an article on the Mental Health Effects of Ozempic and GLP-1 drugs. From the From the American Psychological Association is a post about weight loss drugs and mental health. NPR did a news story about the growth of these types of drugs and possible mental health side effects. PubMed has an editorial on The Potential Role of GLP-1 Agonists in Psychiatric Disorders: A Paradigm Shift in Mental Health Treatment Novo Nordis is the manufacture of Ozempic. This is a link to there website about the product and you would have access to patient information sheets for consumers, doctors and pharmacists. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, a look at loneliness, the connection to anxiety and how the book, The Heart is a Lonely Hunter can help us understand the relationship between the two. Loneliness is disconnection from the other. Could be the loss of the other person. Could be an an idea or way of being that use to sustain you and now it doesn't. Could be a country that that use to pretend to live up to 1/4 of their stated ideas and now you find out it closer to 1/32nd and dropping.
Anxiety can mean that your brain and body feels that there is instability, danger or a threat. Your symptoms are the visual or sensory representation of something being wrong. Symptoms can be embarrassing. Many anxious people make the choice of separating themselves from others. There are other options. Resources Mentioned: The Heart is a Lonely Hunter Book: The book was written by author Carson McCullers and published in 1940. You should be able to find it at any retail or online book vendor. Audio: There is an abbreviated BBC full performance and there is a 12-hour narrated version of the entire book by Cherry Jones on Audible. Movie: There is a trailer on YouTube. Amazon Prime has the 1968 version of the movie that you can either rent or buy. I'm sure that other streaming services that have the film in rotation. Loneliness Research 2023 The U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community. This is a downloadable document on the research. Journal of Effective Disorders Emotional and social loneliness and their unique links with social isolation, depression and anxiety. If the above link is troublesome, can try to download the article via the digital object identifier number. Emergency Resources: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Everybody is feeling a bit touchy. Some want to drink their problems away. Even non-alcoholically. There is a brand of wellness drinks that latched onto the words prebiotic and probiotic and put them in a soda pop can. Can it help with brain health and anxiety symptoms?
Resources Mentioned: The website Altruva Wellness has their list of the top prebiotic and probiotic sodas. There are affiliate links on this website - due to the nature of this product, it would be better to purchase retail rather than online. The food website Sporked has a review of the taste aspect of prebiotic and probiotic sodas. The non-profit Food Facts.org has a good page on figuring out what the fiber level on food labeling. It is actually a good resource for nutritional information. Helpguide.org has a good page on high-fiber foods. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community.
Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
A panic attack is a single experience. Your symptoms act the fool and you deal with it. A panic disorder is multiple unpredictable attacks that can occur during the day, week or month AND you worry when the next one will come.
And they will. They are stinky like that. In this episode, a description of what is a panic disorder, the symptoms and the treatment options. Resources Mentioned: Medication Information The Cleveland Clinic has information about SSRI medication. Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a section on the site explaining the symptoms of panic disorders. CBT Information ADAA.org has an explainer video on CBT that you can watch on their website or YouTube channel. There is also a blog post on three things to know about CBT. Rootd app helps those who have a panic disorder deal with it using CBT as the foundation. Panic Disorder Information From the U.S, National Institute of Mental Health has a page about Panic Disorders. It appears that the information is unchanged but the related brochures that appeared have been removed. I don't believe the info has been change due to the current administration (it could happen). Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are people that have one singular panic attack. They never have another one. Then there are those of us that have it infrequently or as a weekly pest. In this episode, I mention the bear in the driveway.
For my overseas listeners, there are states that have bear populations. And humans have built housing near the areas where the bears and wildlife populate. So their could be a possibility of a bear rumbling through trash can looking for food. But panic attacks have invisible bears. There is a threat you can't see but your brain is telling you that you are in danger. You body reacts. In this episode, I explain in plain terms what a panic attack is, the symptoms and treatment options. I should probably tell you that I lean toward science + a whole body approach to treatment. Resources Mentioned: Anxiety and Depression Association of America is a non-profit website that has educational resources. They also have a YouTube channel with a Ken Goodman - Coping with Panic Attacks video that explains the panic attack cycle process. The Mayo Clinic page on When Panic Hits Home Helpguide.org has an 2026 updated page on panic attacks and panic disorders. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I do like Desire in Netflix, The Sandman. What a rascal. What does this have to do with foods that support gut health? A lot more than I thought. Balancing your need for a cherry cheesecake versus you know you are going to have a hard time sleeping because of the sugar in your system.
Not to mention what it does to your gut microbiome. It is hard to make that choice. Because I really want that cheesecake. Or burger. Or that Peach soda I found at an international market. 2 liter bottle. Yeah, I was a little jumpy for a few days. So in this episode, I do have a few words to say about desire, the feeling. Not the one in Netflix's The Sandman. But honestly, there is a relationship. Desire gets you amped up willing to do the things you shouldn't. You know you shouldn't. Next thing you know, a half bucket of chicken and all of the Cole slaw is gone. Then living with shame, regret, and rumblings in your tummy. The food items that I mention will help the good microbiomes to feel better, have support and send communication to your brain. That is a good thing. In the long term, a life affirming choice. But like the song says, I'm only human. Resources Mentioned: In case you missed the prior episode, the British Nutrition Foundation has an explainer article about the brain - gut connections and recommendations on the food you could be eating. The food info is toward the bottom of the site. The Arthritis Foundation has a downloadable shopping list of foods you can use when you are in the store and want to make better choices. Some of those bad bugs contribute to inflammation in the body. From UCSD also known as the University of San Diego is a PDF on seven fermented foods that also includes recipes on how to use them. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, I want to briefly define the brain gut health connection. The main question that only you can answer is are you willing to pursue nutrition as part of your anxiety, depression toolkit? Most people say they want to be heathy but won't give up that extra large burger with chips.
I am not trying to make you give that up. But from experience I do know that I can't sustain physical or mental health eating junk food each and every day. Lord knows I tried. And if you do have anxiety, depression or the long list of things that can happen to people, then you have to take nutrition seriously. Your good gut microbiota need help and reinforcements. Resources Mentioned: There is an excellent 2 minute video that explains visually the brain and gut health connection. The video is from Professor Mark Dingman YT Channel Neuroscientifically Challenged. From 2025 is an post from New York Presbyterian Health Matters section of their website, who spoke with Dr. Benjamin Lebwohl, a gastroenterologist about the gut brain axis. The Cleveland Clinic has a 2023 blog post on the brain gut connection. It gives an overview, the functions, bit of an anatomy lesson and some of the conditions associated with an unhappy gut environment And for those that like the science straight (or is that neat?) there is a journal entry by Niazi, Madiha Khan, Hassan, Farooq, Tufail, Tabussam, ismail, Muhammad Amjed, Riaz, Khadija, The Role of Microbiome in Psychiatric Diseases (Insomnia and Anxiety/Depression) with Microbiological Mechanisms, Advanced Gut & Microbiome Research, 2023, 1566684, 9 pages, 2023. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is a look at the non-profit website Helpguide.org It is that season where I am juggling too many life experiences. I do want to call attention to their resources for mental health and mental wellness information.
You can find info on most of the anxiety conditions as well as depression, eating disorders and addiction issues. One of the advantages of the site is that there are no ads or potential monetary conflicts of interest. I'm going to break out more resources as time allows so that the under mentioned sites get better known. Resources Mentioned: The non-profit website Helpguide.org Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Does your anxiety or depression symptoms keep you from sleeping? Or maybe you are looking for the drowsy professor type voice that knocks you out. The Deeply Unimportant podcast might be what you are looking for.
Sometimes you need a specific type of voice to put you into the sleep zone. Once upon a time there was a guy named Terrance McKenna. Very deep into psychoactive plants, mushrooms and alternative waves of being. I didn't really understand what he was talking about. Not a clue. This was a good thing because within 15 minutes of listening to him I was asleep. Again, I didn't not understand anything. I just knew that if he was on the radio, I was going to be able to go to sleep. These days, I need something more "boring" than Mr. McKenna. No disrespect to Terrance. For those on his wave length he was the man. Now days, we have a lot of options from ASMR to stories but for me, Deeply Uniportant cuts through the mind yapping and slides me into sleepy town. Resources Mentioned: The main website is https://deeplyunimportant.com. You can listen to the ad supported version for free or if you need the full eight-hour version you can subscribe and become a member. You also have the option to listen on your favorite podcasting app. There is an audiogram introduction trailer on YouTube about the podcast. There is a tribute site by Lorenzo called Psychedelic Salon that contains some of the recordings of Terrance McKenna. There is also an official archive site where you can purchase his work. The Simply Noise app can help you with finding the right sound for your needs, that could be a frequency noise or a sound of nature. Windows users can go to the download section of the website and select the items that will give them an audio balm. Emergency Resources: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There is a bunch of tossing and turning in beds across the land. All in an effort to try to get to sleep. And sleep is the one thing that affects all of us, whether you have an anxiety condition or not.
It is a two-fer. Your body needs it for repair and your brain needs it for cleaning and maintenance. So it is really important to make sure you have what you needs to set yourself up for a good night's sleep. Especially if you have anxiety and depression type symptoms. This is an overview of what you need to get to sleep and keep it there for as long as you need it. Resources Mentioned: Australian Center of Clinical Inventions, there is a PDF handout on Sleep Hygiene with 15 tips on how to get a good night's sleep. The U.S. non-profit health organization Kaiser Permanente has a page on why sleep is important and suggest that the only things you should do in bed is sleep and sex. The National Sleep Foundation is an advocacy group for sleep health. They do have a section of their website that talks about the relationship between mental health and sleep. I do need to let you know that there is another website call Sleep Foundation.org. This is a commercial site that reviews mattresses and sleep products. However they have a lot of info about sleep but they also are probably doing affiliate deals to support the website. The site does have factual information about sleep and sleep habits. The Cleveland Clinic has a brief information page on weighted blankets. And Harvard Health Publishing also has a page about weighted blankets with the statement that there isn't enough science research to indicate that they are helpful but people are using them for relief. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Creator Care is a therapy option set up for digital content creators. If you produce gamer videos, TicTok tips or are deep in the YouTube algorithm whiplash then this could be of interest to you. There have been a few notable YouTubers who have decided to take extended breaks, leave the platform or have made the ultimate deep six six dive. Many others are going through burnout or feel that there anxiety levels are a bit too high.
Per the vendor's website: Many creators experience anxiety, burnout, depression, and isolation, yet often face barriers to accessing care. Currently the service is available only to California digital creators living in CA but they do have plans to expand the service across the U.S. Resources Mentioned: If you are a digital creator that lives in California, you can access the Revive Health Therapy portal for Creator Care. There are virtual visits as well as an option for actual offices visits if you live near Oakland or Walnut Creek. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America website have a directory of providers that focus on these topics. You can search by location, your condition or by your population type, for example, you are a veteran, a senior or a person with disabilities. The Open Counseling website allows you to put in your zip code or the name of your state and then find a provider. Some of these providers do have a virtual therapy option. On the main page of the website, there is information on some of the non-profits that might have free or reduced payment options to access therapy treatment. Please note that Open Counseling has an affiliate relationship with the BetterHelp.com group of companies, such as Regain.us, TeenCounseling.com and TalkSpace.com. Open Path Collective. This is a non-profit membership site that can help you reduce the cost of your therapy sessions. This is open to all, not just digital creators. You get the opportunity to read the profile of the therapist and hopefully have an appropriate and supportive match for your needs. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The FL-100 headset is a possible a treatment option for people that have moderate to severe depression. Well in Europe, UK and Australia, that is true. Hopefully it is coming some time soon for folks in the U.S.
I should mention that it is expensive and it will only be available via prescription from a doctor or medical provider. This is short episode that gives a brief overview of the product. Resources Mentioned: I found the news story about the FL-100 on Reuter.com. There is a video of a young woman giving her view about the product. She only has one video on her YouTube page but it might give you a real world perspective about the device. If you would like to visit the Flow Neuroscience website, please be aware it is directed to the UK and European marketplace. You can learn about the product but they do not have a U.S. specific website set Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In the before times, I would have been hostile to meditation and mindfulness. I didn't have time for it, I wanted the quick cure, the fix and no B.S. I had stuff to do and no time for body symptom nonsense. I had to be karmically convinced to change my mind.
Hard lessons. Embarrassing lessons. But I came to understand the lesson is repeated until you learn. Meditation might work for you. It might not. But give it a fair chance. You might not be ready for it now. That is okay. But take a moment to learn about it, understand the potential benefits and then decide. Resources Mentioned: At the Penguin Random House website you can listen to an audio sample or read the introduction chapter of the book to get a sense of if it is right for you. Bear with me, this is a little confusing. The Harris newsletter is on Substack. There you can access links to his podcast, meditations from notables in the field and other do-dads that you might be interested in. Mr. Harris also has a paid app called Happier Meditation. It is a subscription service starting at $99 a year. For those that can afford the up front that come out to $10 a month or 27 cents per day. There may be an option for those that have money issues. You should check out the website for more info. Co-author Jeff Warren has a page on Substack where you can find his views and teachings about meditation, access audio meditation on a wide variety of topics and meditations that focus on ADHD issues. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode I talk about what is a mindful walking meditation, the difference between meditation and mindfulness and a few resources to help you get more information about it.
I know that in some places in the world you cannot walk freely or without consciousness of your immediate area. Some places in the U.S. do not have sidewalks. Other cities are actively hostile to pedestrians. The good news is that you can walk at home, in the back yard or visually in your mind. It is okay, main thing is moving your body or your spirit. Resources Mentioned: Serene Madani article on the Woman's Health Magazine website about walking outside phoneless. Duke Health has an infographic called Mastering Box Breathing: A Simple Technique to Relieve Stress. It shows you visually and in text how to do it. Mindful.org has a page on A Guided Walking Meditation for Daily Life. There is an audio recording as well as text to help you reconnect with the existing world. If you really, truly cannot leave home without your phone then you do have the option of adding a meditative podcast or download one of the many guided meditations. The Centre for Mindfulness Studies in Canada has a 10 minute guided walking meditation in a .m4a audio format. Android users might have problems opening this audio format. And from Michigan State University Extension Mindfulness for Better Living is an audio .mp3 recording by Dr. Roxane Chan with more of a emphasis on mindfulness walking. On the Jack Kornfield website, he has an audio walking meditation you could use as you walk and it might be challenging if you are new to meditation, but if you are further along the path and struggle with wondering attention, this is a good one. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Well, I have a new to me and probably to you do-dad to help with anxiety symptoms. It is the Opera Air Mindfulness browser. In addition to the standard browsing features it has tools to help you breath and relax, guided meditations and a musical audio mode that can help you focus. Is this a good or bad thing?
The TLDR: Some of the tech bros say it is a gimmick and who in their right mind would use it? In my bad times, I would have glommed on to it because I was looking for help. Lots of people are looking for mental health support and aren't too picky where they find it. (we should be, but when a person is in pain they are going to do what they think they need to do.) I like many of the features but there is a cost. Free ain't free especially online. Opera Air, like many other browsers is ad supported or allow third party extensions to be used in the browser. Many browser allow ads and cookie tracking to be passed onto those third party data collectors. A Virtual Private Network (VPN) can hide your location and computer. You generally need to tell it what you want. A free VPN can be problematic. Who is operating it, where is the data passing through and what if it is down and you don't know it? Or it is blocking you from seeing certain web sites? The security features require users to turn them on. If you don't, oopsie? Also, if you use those third party vendors extensions, you are subject to their terms of service which might include things you in no way agree to. Again, I am not bashing the browser. I like the reminders about getting up and moving or taking a breathing breaks. But I do want folks to know what the benefits to you is versus cost of your privacy and personal information. That will be up to you to decide. Resources Mentioned: If you would like to see how Opera Air works, Brett in Tech has an overview video of the features of the software. Before you download, I would suggest reading the Opera Help Page and read the FAQs so that you understand what you gain and give up when you use the browser. If you are interested in giving it a try the address is https://www.opera.com/air Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
If your are an adult human being, you have experienced situational anxiety. It is when you know that this specific thing is making you upset or anxious. It could be about money, your job, the lack of prospects of getting a job. Housing insecurity. Your car breaks down and you do not have cash or credit for the repair bill.
In this episode, a look at situational anxiety. Resources Mentioned: To learn more about situational anxiety you can take a look at the page on VeryWell Mind. They do tend to go long with their description on the condition, symptoms and treatment options. VeryWell Mind is a commercial site. It is advertiser supported. If possible, I would suggest that you use a browser like Duck Duck Go in fire mode or Vivaldi in anonymous mode. Dennis the Anxiety Guy has a video from six years ago about handling situational anxiety. Dr. Andrea Dinardo, Ph.D has an extract from a longer video on the experience. The University of Michigan on five red flags you are dealing with situational depression. Emergency Resources: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There is a video about a dentist joking about giving less medication to people not of her political persuasion. To her audience, I guess they found it funny.
There is a larger story than the dentist and the joke. I waited. I hoped someone would bring a non-political reason what the joke was bad, very bad and unprofessional. For the record, there are million of us that have some form of dental anxiety or dental phobia. We need the skills of a professional, qualified and compassionate dentist. We are scared out of our skulls because we don't know what a few bad teeth yankers of the profession will do to us. Or we clearly remember what a few of them have done to us. In this episode, a brief definition of dental anxiety and phobia and resources for you to empower yourself. Resources Mentioned: There is a website associated with the American Dental Association website called Mouth Healthy. It offer three tips on dealing with dental anxiety. Cleveland Clinic page on what is dental phobia, the symptoms, causes and treatment options. The University of Pennsylvania Dental Medicine has a page on how to get over dental anxiety For those of you in the United Kingdom, the Dental Fear Central page has some good information and suggestions on dealing with dental anxiety. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or use WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is a quick definition of fear, why it is an important emotion and two informational resources to help you learn more about. Fear is an emotional response to real or imaginary danger.
Your body enters into protection mode. It is not as some would describe it, a weakness or lack of backbone. You are in trouble and your body is helping you do deal with it. When you understand what fear this can help you find the tools and skills needed to make healthy adjustments to your natural defense system. Those tools can be food or nutrition, therapy, exercise, education or other things you might not be aware of. Resources Mentioned: For the TLDR folks, on the Psychology Today blog there is a page on the basics of fear. it talks about what it is, some of the causes and its relationship to phobias and social anxiety. The website Simple Psychology has an explainer page on The Psychology of Fear: Definition, Symptoms, Traits, Causes, Treatment Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I've done episodes about dietary supplements. I didn't take into account the ones sold at the gas station or corner store. People with an anxiety condition or disorder should be very careful about promises of herbal supplements treatment.
I don't want to be elitist here. There is bad stuff in U.S. pharmacies that do not work, known not to be effective or dangerous and yet still on sale. I have examples from Ethan Melillo. PharmD and Grant Harding, PharmD. It is one thing to buy Slim-Jims from the gas station. I've bought water, two cans for three dollars then I get to the counter where the person looks at me like I'm less than dirt as he rings me up. Then I remember not to go back into that store for the next eight months or so. I would never, ever purchase an herbal supplement from the gas station store, a convenience store or the 99 Cents or 150 Cents Store-ish variations. You might decide otherwise. If you do want to risk it, pack a magnifying glass because you have to read the label. What is the dosage? It might not be the full bottle. And most important, have the contents been verified by an independent industry respected testing organization? We need to be careful out in the wild. Just my two cents. This is my opinion which ain't worth a bucket of salt. Which does not stop me from this episode on how to evaluate herbal health supplements. Resources Mentioned: Operation Supplement Safety is intended for folks in the military that have restrictions on the kind of supplements they can use. However there is a non-military consumer version of the OSS Postcard that is a PDF download that gives guidelines on how to evaluate a supplement. U.S. National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS), National Institutes of Health (NIH) Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know updated January 2023. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health page called Herbs at a Glance and Using Dietary Supplements Wisely U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) FDA page on Information for Consumers on Using Dietary Supplements, updated 2022. FDA page on Health Fraud Products Database. You can search by name, vendor, website or a specific action taken by the FDA. Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Living in a place with non-human beings can give you an appreciation of the unexpected. I've had encounters with possums, coyotes and skunks. Main skill is be aware of your surroundings, back up and give them a path to exit.
Haven't had a bear encounter yet. Do not want one either. Part of the inspiration of this episode is an old video of a man leaving his home, preoccupied on getting to work only to discover a big ole bear in his driveway. This can cause most people a wee bit of fright. That is the topic of this pebble in the anxiety road. Resources Mentioned: On the Psychology Today blog is a post called Is Anxiety Psychological or Physical? The National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) has a post from 2021 on Anxiety And Fear: What’s The Difference? There is an explanation of what is fear and anxiety, the symptoms and some ideas on how to process those experiences. Emergency Hotline Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 hotline and users can text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I had a flashback. What generated it was that I watched a video of a congress person telling his constituents that only the truly deserving should have access to free health care. Those that work are worthy. That is my understanding of what he said. I could be wrong.
The example he gave was that a 28 year old person who refused to work. Once upon a time, I was truly ill. I had no savings. I owed bills. I couldn't work. The congress person would have deemed me unworthy. Just like the Department of Health and Human Services did with the removal of LGBTQ+ access to the 988 suicide hotline. In this episode, what has happened and alternative hotline options. P.S. to the hot fingered. This is a mental health issue. Resources Mentioned: The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community. Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options. National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of 988 and users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact. There are also text/chat services available to folks in Canada, the UK and Ireland. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I can talk about intrusive thoughts. Doesn't mean I don't still have them. Because I do. Here is the thing. Not only is the intrusive thought false but it is repetitive.
There are things and practices you can do to reduce the intensity of intrusive thoughts. In this episode, a recent experience of an intrusive thought and three ideas on how to handle the little haters. I messed up the name of the song so I had to take it out. You can find it on YouTube. It is officially on the CartoonNetwork page. I don't know how long it will last. A lot of cable channels properties are going to be sold or terminated. So much is changing. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The non-profit Helpguide.org has a full page on Intrusive Thoughts and how to handle them. One of their suggestions is adjust the perceptions of your thoughts and let them be. From the cartoon Steven Universe, the best musical example of what to do with an intrusive thought. 20+ million folks and counting. Here Comes a Thought. You can find the song on YouTube. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a page on Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts. One of the suggestions is to continue what you were doing before the thought. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Trying to get back into the flow. I still don't have a desk or recording equipment. My phone will have to do the job. This is a quick pebble in the road on what is a mental health disorder.
Mental health disorders can affect a person's mood, feelings or become intrusive thoughts. Most of us have experienced high stress periods or feeling like it's too much or way too much, or you really can't stand it anymore. For those of us with continuous anxiety symptoms, it leans more toward being a disorder. Or a condition. Now, it's really important that you don't self-diagnose. You really should have a thorough workup by your doctor because there are so many physical health problems that have the exact same symptoms as an anxiety symptoms. I just want you to have a better understanding of what those terms mean. Bottom line, you have anxiety, you have anxiety symptoms, and they seem to be going on for a long time. It could be a condition. It could be a disorder. Or it could just be something that you're dealing with and you're learning how to handle. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The World Health Organization has an information page on mental disorders. The American Psychiatric Association has page on What is Mental Illness?. The site uses condition and disorder. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
After a few minutes of an life update, I talk about the Smiling Minds app, a free resource designed to help practice meditation and also helps to build mental fitness.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The Simply Noise app can help you with finding the right sound for your needs, that could be a frequency noise or a sound of nature. Windows users can go to the download section of the website and select the items that will give them an audio balm. Smiling Mind app provides mindfulness and breathing resources but has evolved into a mental health support and fitness app. There are 700+ mindfulness items that you can use. There is also a mood tracker and other resources. You can find the app on the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. On the main website you can find an explainer page on how to use the app and some of the features. One of those features is closed captioning. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
A brief update. I'm still going through chaos. I'm having to throw away a lot of things and re-organize my life. This is a brief pebble in the road on a memory that I wrote down in 2002. It was a bad time. There are ups and downs with having an anxiety condition. I was scraping cement at that time. I'm grateful that is this a memory. I'm going to shred this page but I've memorialized it so there is no loss. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, I talk about my process on handing a problem and four resources that might be helpful to those with panic attacks and panic disorder. Some of the resources are informative but dry. Other offerings are written in a more conversational form, accessible but might not explain a concept or two. I get a little more personal than I like but I wanted to share with you my panic response to some bad news. There are a lot of changes that I'm experiencing at the moment. Those changes need attention. I'll do the best I can but it is going to be a challenge to deal with it, work and get out an episode. I'll do the best I can. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: NAMI is the National Association of Mental Health narrative from Yasmina Rebani-Lee that does a good job of explaining her experience and her process of working through it. It is called Unpacking my Panic Attack. The Mayo Clinic has a page on Panic Attacks and Disorders. The World Health Organization PDF on Panic Disorders 2022 brochure Panic Attacks, When Fear Overwhelms from the U.S. Department of Mental Health Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The three main point I want to make are drink water, build and refine your information gathering process and for goodness sake, find ways to have fun, relax or grab a giggle.
That last suggestion is not in the show but bears repeating. Don't let them steal your joy. In this episode, a response to two commercials about drinking water temperature and word or two about how to find viable, authoritative resources. This could help you confirm if the information is factual. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Water/Dehydration Sources Mind.org.UK has a post on food and mental health. It is a good starting point on the things you need to consider when you are trying to take care of your body and brain. Cleveland Clinic has a dietician respond on Are There Health Benefits to Drinking Hot Water? The Mayo Clinic has their point of view on How Much Water You Should Drink Every Day? Some Examples of Viable Health Resources: American Medical Association has a YouTube channel. The AMA provides information to doctors and the general public. The information will be science based through their perspective as medical doctors. The Dana Foundation has a section on their website where they talk about brain information. They have videos and fact sheets for children and adults. KFF Health News reports on news stories with a health focus, U.S. government policies and interviews with those involved in this space. The site operates independently from the non-profit Kaiser Health System. There are also the mental health non-profits like Anxiety and Depression Association of America, Helpguide.org, International OCD Foundation and similar groups. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
We all have that thing that gets under our skin. The thing we can't stand and won't abide in any form. That at best is an irritation. But for some of us, it can be a problem if it impacts the quality of life.
Those four-legged poof balls called cats can be a problem for people with a phobia about cats. In this episode, what it is, the symptoms and treatment resources. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The Cleveland Clinic has a page on ailurophobia, another name for the fear of cats. If you want to go learn about the phobias and treatment options, there is a HelpGuide.org page on Phobias and Irrational Fears. Psychology Today has a directory of mental health providers. You can search by city or zip code. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are forces that have us in a state of stress and unbalance. It is intentional. Our stress levels are way too high. In this episode, I'm talking specifically about stress but those of us with anxiety still need to pay attention. We still have the ability to decide how we want to go forward. You might need a personal support system to help you deal with the days, months or however ever long we survive this moment in time. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Stress definition and tips to handling it from the World Health Organization. The American Psychological Association has a dictionary style definition from their point of view.
The non-profit American Institute of Stress also provides information about stress. There is a stress questionnaire that could help you figure out your stress level and provide information on handling it. There is a fee for accessing the questionnaire and guide. Mindful.org has A 4-Minute Practice to Clarify What’s Important Right Now. If you would like help in getting started with a mindful practice the free app Healthy Minds provides lessons and practice session to help you learn how to do it. https://hminnovations.org/meditation-app The American Heart Association has an infographic that you can download to help you remember some of the techniques of stress relief and management.
Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Social anxiety is not about being shy or people not wanting to be social. People with social anxiety beats up on themselves before others get a chance to do it.
It is a condition where an excessive amount of fear is generated by the anticipation of rejection. Either way, it can be harmful to the spirit. In this episode, a quick look at the book How to Be Your Self by Ellen Hendriksen, Ph.D. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: If you need information about Social Anxiety Disorder, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a free PDF on the condition and suggestions on treatment options. The Insight Timer app has a course by Dr. Hendriksen called Rising Above Social Anxiety. The Yale Medicine website has an explainer page on Social Anxiety. Bookshop.org is a way to support independent bookstores. You purchase the book online via the website and an independent store will benefit from the purchase. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Yeah, it is a real thing and we are existing in it. From the looks of things most of us are struggling and that is never a good thing. An infodemic is a smash up between too much information and a pandemic.
I didn't invent this term. Goes back to 2001-2003ish. There is a pandemic of bad, worse and toxic levels of disinformation. People are getting sick or at risk of ingesting poor quality information sources. I'm not being hyperbolic here. I stopped monitoring local and national news. All of it and cut back on social media too. And I actually turn off my phone at night. In my limited defense, I did not want constant notifications of dubious statements and horrifying facts. I've mention this in the podcast. It is ok to take a break from the firehouse of news. But there is a cost. One morning, I woke up, turned on the phone and found out about not one but two wildfires. We need safe and viable ways to monitor the news without crushing our spirts to dust. I have an idea or two. This are just my ideas. We can build something better than what we have. Doomscrolling will not get us there. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: I strongly recommend a safe browser to visit websites. I'm thinking stuff like Duck Duck Go, Vivaldi or using an app that blocks tracking cookies. Possibly set up a limited use account for your on-line and researching needs. APNews.com, this is a non-profit news organization. It reports the news but does not interpret the story. They don't make the news palatable. They tell you what the news story is and the known facts at the time. AP Fact Check, looks at stories that might be questionable true or false. Reuters News is a business to business commercial news company. Similar philosophy to the AP, gives the story but generally does not embellish. Reuters news also has a fact check page to evaluate social media and visual images to provide verification on who created it and is it the truth. FactCheck.org is a project of The Annenberg Public Policy Center. Also includes SciCheck for science claims. The Poyter Institute has Politifact which has fact checking in English and Spanish. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, a brief explanation of cognitive behavioral therapy and then an overview of the mental health apps that claim to provide treatment or support resources. There are a lot of companies that are trying to convince insurance companies, private businesses and consumers that their app is the one to help treat mental health issues.
Just one problem. There is only (at this time in January 2025) that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration allows the smartphone Rejoyn app to be recognized as a treatment for depression. And you need a prescription for it. Everything else in the mental health market place needs to be seriously evaluated by consumers to see if what is offered is acceptable to you and supports your treatment goals.. This is an overview of some of the things you should know if you decide to use an app. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Psychology Today post on AI Chatbots for Mental Health: Opportunities and Limitations The Conversation page on Your AI therapist is not your therapist: The dangers of relying on AI mental health chatbots NPR Report on Rejoyn Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The medical term for this is called bruxism. It is when a person grinds, gnash or clench your teeth and jaw bone. We are going to have a lot more people doing this in the year to come.
This is a pebble in the road on the condition and resources you can use to help you make decision about your health. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The Johns Hopkins Medicine site has an explainer about Bruxism that talks about who is at risk, the causes and treatment options. American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has a page on Understanding the relationship between bruxism and stress. Open Path Psychotherapy Collective helps folks locate therapists that agree to a sliding fee payments for services. You can filter for those things that you would want in a therapist. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Agoraphobia is the fear of being away from a safe place. People with agoraphobia have trouble being in certain types of public places. They also have problems with enclosed areas that don't seem to have an escape path.
There are people that do just fine traveling only to a home, the store, work and maybe the church. Anything more than that causes them distress. There are people that cannot ride a bus or the subway. It is the fear of being trapped without an escape. Then you have people that cannot leave their homes or they can only do so with someone accompany them. In this episode a quick look at the condition, some of the symptoms and resources to get you started on your recovery journey. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: National Library of Health MedlinePlus page on Agoraphobia National Institute of Mental Health booklet on Panic Disorders HelpGuide.org page on Agoraphobia, this will be a long and detailed account of the condition. Psychology Today has a directory of mental health providers. You can search by city or zip code. ADAA.org has an online Peer to Peer support portal. It is a meeting place for people with a variety of anxiety conditions, including people that have agoraphobia. You do have to join the group and abide by the group guidelines. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
We have to be a lot more careful about the apps we put on our phones and tablets. In the entrepreneurial app space, there are a lot of apps that claim to be mental health or wellness apps. Many now have AI slapped on their covers.
At this time, AI is a collection of words, stolen data and snatched public domain text to make it seem like it can answer a question. It can't. The response you get is a gussied up form of pattern matching. There is no intelligence or thinking from the app. That doesn't mean that the contraption can or can't help you. It does mean that you need to be aware of your needs. You should start to have a baseline of what a mental health the app can do for you. There are going to be a lot more apps being released in 2025. We need to build an understanding of what is and is not acceptable in a so-called mental health or wellness app. In case you are new here, I do not accept advertising, affiliate links or other forms of compensation. This is my subjective opinion of what I perceived from the experience. In this episode a quick look at the Zenora app. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Per the website, the Zenora app provides mental health wellness support via a a mood and emotion tracker, a journal function and cognitive behavioral health information. The Knock Off Therapy Blog has a free PDF/paper based tracker and the information on how to use it to track your what is going on with you. Please be aware that you have to subscribe to AJ's newsletter to get the tracker. But you could also read the post to see if it is a good match for you. The Rootd for Panic Attacks and Anxiety app has many of the same things that Zenora has but there is a specific focus on anxiety and panic attacks. There are short and long term lessons, breathing practices, nature sound and other items. This is a subscription service. Unstuck CBT Therapy Journal has tracking features, a thought journal, examples of thinking traps and other doo-dads that you can use to track your feelings and thinking patterns. Disclaimer: Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Once upon a time I had this guy call me on Thanksgiving day to sell his carpet cleaning service. He probably thought is was a good idea, everybody would be home. Probably had that 100 calls mentality. I was not joyful or merry when I got that call. I did not curse him out. I reminded him that it was Thanksgiving day. The call ended shortly after that statement. For some of us, this is the start of enforced joy and merriment. The imperative to buy, buy and buy some more. I want for you a different imperative. To take care of yourself as best you can. Watch what you eat and drink. And if you are prone to having alcoholic drinks, make sure you also gulp down plain water for brain hydration. Or you could, embrace the mocktail life. Just a thought. Balance your sweets with actual veggies and fruits. Don't indulge in toxicity from media or other sources. Say "Thank you" if it helps you to get out of the store faster. Our goal is to get to January 2, 2025. And then we get ready to meet the next challenge. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project for LGBTQ+ folks at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Online Vendors U.S. Certainly can find it via Amazon, Kobo, Abe's for used books and the Barnes and Noble website Online Vendor UK I found it on the Waterstones Books website. Online Vendor Australia Hachette Australian book site. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
EFT Tapping, that takes me back a couple of years. Back when there was limited 240x 120 size video on websites. My symptoms were really bad that that time. I tried to make sense of it. I couldn't. Not with a 56k modem.
I quickly moved on to other possible help sources. About a year ago, I saw a EFT Tapping video. I tried it out. It did work for me if I was on the edge of an attack. Not so much if I have a big hella whopper of one, but that might be just me.
This time, I went looking for answers. I did find some. Not enough to satisfy folks on the medical evidence-based side of the fence. But in-between the hooey and the functional components is a way of feeling better without risk to the body or the wallet. This technique has been infused with cognitive therapy, meditation and affirmations. Those things do work. It might not work for everyone. But there are folks that have found relief practicing FTF Tapping. You couldn't get some of those same people go to a meditation class but they are doing a meditative practice and not know it. That is ok. So here is the thing. Check out the videos. Read the views at Skeptic's Dictionary & Quackwatch. Read a couple of pages from the EFT manual. You might decide that the technique works for you. Or you decide it is a bunch of junk pseudoscience. Both things can be true. It is up to you to decide if you want to add it to your anxiety tool kit. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255. Or for LGBTQ folks, The Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Contrary Views of Emotional Freedom Techniques Skeptic's Dictionary gives a very detailed page about the creators, the practice and the site owners thoughts about the technique. There is also a comments page where folks go deep. Quackwatch is a website that since 1996 takes a very critical look at claims made regarding questionable health treatments. There is a page on the website that has a few thoughts about EFT. The section on EFT is toward the bottom of the site. Positive Views of Emotional Freedom Techniques: The BBC did a video story about the technique, How Tapping Therapy Can Help Calm Your Mind. The non-profit Kaiser Permanete page on Emotional Freedom Technique Gary Craig original site was www.emofree.com now re-directs to Palace of Possibilities. The EFT International Free Tapping Manual This is a 66-page PDF explaining the concepts of the practice and how to go about it. Videos: Nick Ortner Tapping Techniques on YouTube - please be aware that you will see the tapping techniques but the Ortner family does have goods and services for sale. EFT Tapping for Anxiety Ten Minute Tapping Meditation for Anxiety, Stress and Worry Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
It has been a few days and some of us are struggling hard. I want to give just a few ideas on how to deal with Class A, what the heck kind of pain is this? For this space in time, find a moment to just be. For some of us, disassociation is not a bad thing. I don't recommend it for a day-to-day experience but if it gets you to the store and back, score.
For other, you might have a crying jag or two. It is okay. I understand. When you are ready, we will start again and work our way to better health. In the meantime, don't be ground down. Don't give your time and attention it to the assholes. Keep it moving in a positive direction. Monitor your news flow. I'd suggest you go cold turkey on it, but that is just me. Stay with the basics, eat, bathe and find your internal safe place. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255. The Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Seems like everybody is catching a little hell. We need to do something about that. Chip at that rock. For folks that are going through Postpartum Depression, there are resources that can help you get through the challenges of having this disorder.
This is a short episode that list two or three resources, depending on how you count them on contacting assistance. If I find more, I'll add them to the resource lists or create another episode. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Postpartum Support International has a helpline, a provider directory and community to assist folks with the condition. PSI also has a page for Queer/Trans parents experiencing postpartum depression. The site has an app that provides access to information, the helplines and the a community that truly understands the problems of folks that experience PPD or miscarriage. PSI App via the Apple Store PSI App via the Google Play Store National Maternal Mental Health Hotline. Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262). This is a 24/7, free, confidential hotline is for pregnant women and new moms. Counselors speak both English and Spanish. TTY users can use a preferred relay service or dial 711 and then 1-833-852-6262. The U.S. Office of Women's Health has a PDF Guide to Identifying Support for Postpartum Depression. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
With attacks on mom and non-mothers, it is easy to forget there are dads that might need assistance too. Giving birth can be a challenging experience.
There are anxiety conditions that can occur because of pregnancy. In this very short episode, I have a resource from Postpartum Support International (PSI) that might be helpful to the fellas that are finding themselves on the Anxiety Road. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Postpartum Support International (PSI) has a page specifically for dads needing assistance with anxiety or depression generated by pregnancy or birth of a child. There is also a telephone helpline in English and Spanish 800-944-4773, or you can text help to the same number. The helpline is operational from 8am to 11pm Eastern time. I also has an app that can help parents access help and support as well as a community that understands issues related to the condition. You can find it at the Apple or Google Play App Stores. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are a lot of books about anxiety, stress and related conditions. There is junk, AI junk, books that don't work for you and the ones that can change your life. The book You Will Get Through This; A Mental Health Tool Kit may or may not work for you.
But you won't know until you first know about it and read a sample chapter. The book is written by two psychologists and a licensed professional counselor. The style is clear and they get to the point with good suggestions. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: You Will Get Through This; A Mental Health Tool Kit—Help for Depression, Anxiety, Grief, and More by Julie Radico, Nicole Helverson, Charity O’Reilly published by The Experiment Publishing. You can read the table of contents, introduction and a sample chapter that I found on the book page at Kobo.com Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, I want to do a dive into what you should know before buying a book on anxiety support or treatment. Depending on how and where you get that book, there could be a certain amount of misrepresentation. The topics in this episode include Private Label Release/White Label books, personal narratives and self-help/support and workbooks. One of my goals for 2025 is find current books that help specific populations. The music for this week's show is from Logan at www.musicformakers.com. I mispronounced the name of the website and had to take it out. Wee bit of housekeeping. I am a real person. This is a 95% human generated podcast. I do use search engines. Many of them now have embed AI features. I write my own scripts and use an image editor that to my knowledge, doesn't use AI (yet). I use a company called Auphonic that does have AI sound cleaning features. Long time listeners know I need all the help I can get in regard to sound quality. I need to say all of that because there is now technology that an AI generated audio show hosted by two non-human AI voices. That podcast can be created and uploaded in about 20ish minutes. There are humans that subscribe to that service. Mainly for income generation. More podcasts, more access to advertiser money. For those of you new here, I do not accept ads, affiliate deals or influencer perks. I don’t do interviews for free or for profit. Not saying I’ll never do it but I haven’t in 8 years so yeah, that is a thing. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Descriptive Personal Narrative Resource: Scott Stossel's My Age of Anxiety
Self Help, Support & Workbooks:
You Will Get Through This: A Mental Health Tool Kit―Help for Depression, Anxiety, Grief, and More by Julie Radico PsyD, Charity O’Reilly LPC, Nicole Helverson PsyD
Combo Personal Narrative & Self-Help/Support:
From Stuck to Unstuck: Break Free from the OCD & Anxiety Loop Using the Triple-A Response® and Take Back Control of Your Life by Matthew Codde LCSW. There is a website with information about the book. There is also a podcast that talks about mental health issues.
Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
A quick pebble in the road on those in the population that know what a party line is, not to be confused with the groove line and the collective horrors of swallowing Cod Liver Oil.
Anxiety does not have an age limit or time out feature. Age doesn't necessarily protect you from having an anxiety condition. This is just a brief look at some of the things you should consider if you are take a swig to deal with your symptoms. P.S, really not a good idea. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The U.S. National Institute on Aging has a facts information page about aging and alcohol. The (UK) Royal College of Psychiatrists on Alcohol, Mental Health and the Brain The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Mental Health in Canada page on Alcohol Use in Older Adults And from the U.S. Veterans Health Library, Unhealthy Alcohol and Drug Use and Mental Health, this has the breakdown on how much an adult can drink in a day. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is a quick look at the Healthy Minds Program App and what can do for you to help you chill out.
One way to think about mindfulness it is an intentional period of time that you practice of grounding yourself in the moment. Meditation is a method that you use to help you get to a mindful space. Some of those tools include breathing, movement, or a specific mental practice to create healthy pathways and move out the muck. What can it do for you: * Meditative practice * Audio education on training the brain and understanding the mind. * Tracking your wellness level. * Helps to reduce anxiety levels.
There is no charge to use the app but they would not mind if you made a donation to support the non-profit that created it. This app is available on Android and iOS devices. Just a reminder, I do not accept advertising or have affiliate links. I seek out the resources and products. In eight years, I have never done an interview. I don't want to. I'd rather have a conversation. But not necessarily via the podcast. This has not stopped PR people from sending me possible interview candidates. I have a special folder where they go into purgatory. I use to email them to tell them that. Doesn't seem to matter to them. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Meditation and Mindfulness: What You Need To Know from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Medicine. The Healthy Minds Program App in the Apple App store. The Healthy Minds Program App on the Google Play store. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Those of us that want to find solutions or treat their anxiety have a lot of things to think about. We also need resources and practical things that can help us deal with our symptoms.
You might need a centralized place to keep track of treatment, apps, concepts and skills to improve your health. A toolbox is a container for those items that help you with a project. An anxiety toolbox is a real or metaphorical container for the things you need to help control your symptoms and treat your condition. In this episode, I want to talk about the idea of what an anxiety toolbox could be. I can't define what your toolbox would look like. But I can tell you, especially when you are at high tide, it could be very helpful. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: KFF News story about a non-therapist spouse providing mental health session via an on-line service. CCI Fact Sheet on the Viscous Cycle of Anxiety from Western Australia Mental Health America fact sheet on Coping Toolbox Strategies The Anxiety Journal: 7 Weeks of Prompts and Exercises to Overcome Anxiety Paperback by Richard S. Gallagher LMFT. You can find this book at many on-line retailers and it might pop up at places like Walmart or Target. Not an endorsement, just an option for you to check it out. National Institute of Mental Health brochures on mental health topics. Anxiety and Depression Association of America has resources, member discussion groups and webinars. They also have a YouTube channel. Helpguide.org is a non-profit website that talks about a variety of mental health issue. They have a specific section on anxiety disorders and anxiety attacks. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is the second part of a look at some of the mental health treatment options in 2024. There have been changes since the creation of the podcast in 2015.
For example, in 2015 there were limited telehealth options, no entrepreneurial mental health apps and service providers. No A.I enhanced apps. And mental health services was primarily provided face to face or in a group setting. There have been changes in technology and access to care. For my overseas listeners, I'm sorry but this one is going to be U.S. centric. There are cultural, governmental and way too many differences in access to treatment. Please continue to listen and glean from it what you can. Before I get to that, it helps if you know the terms, vocabulary and some of the science based options for your anxiety. One of the resources that is accessible is located at the U.S. National Institute of Mental Health - Booklets and Fact Sheets. Consider this a starting point in your treatment, so that you have a understanding of what is going on and some, but not all of your treatment options. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: U.S. National Institute of Mental Health - Booklets and Fact Sheets The documents can be viewed on the website or downloaded as a PDF. There are also Spanish language versions. Mental Health America page on Screening Tools for Anxiety Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. This therapy is suggested for people that have anxiety, some forms of depression. In the Anxiety Disorders booklet, there is a section on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. There is a much longer definition I found at the U.S. National Library of Medicine. If you prefer your information in an audio format, the National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists has a self-help section that has recordings about various CBT topics, including dealing with anxiety. https://www.nacbt.org/cbt-self-help-audio-programs/ Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) therapy the focus is that it routes you into the present tense, along with providing skills to handle problems. There is a lot of treatment definitions on the Psychology Today website: * Acceptance and Commitment Therapy * Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy * Equine Assisted Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is for folks that need help in regulating emotions, developing mindfulness skills and help with challenging situations. Harvard Health has a page about DBT. And Everyday Health has an extensive guide about DBT, Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I'm coming up on the anniversary for the podcast. I started in 2015 because even with the internet at the time, it was hard to find accurate information about having an anxiety or mental health condition. I also felt that limiting treatment just to medication or therapy didn't necessarily take into consideration the needs of a diverse group of people with the disorder. There are people that have symptoms and just want them to stop. Those folks need to know you might stop one set of symptoms but if you don't address the problem, they will come back. I also have folks that will not, cannot and should not take medication. Therapy can help but you might have to do other things, like learn to meditate, breath for symptom control and manage you sugar intake. Movement is important. Proper amount of sleep is essential. Work/Life balance isn't a dirty concept, it is what our bodies need to function and thrive. So I'm breaking this up into a series of post. The first one is about Medication in 2024.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Mental Health America Screening Test for Anxiety. This is not a diagnostic test but it could give you indicators that there is a problem that you might need to address. There is also a version of the test in the Spanish language. If you are new to this, you want to start with authoritative information. The U.S. National Institute of Mental Health has a page on anxiety disorders and the types of medication generally prescribed for the condition. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a page on medication options. Helpguide.org also has information, they would prefer you to consider medication as a last resort but they have good information about anxiety disorders and attacks. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Nutmeg has been around for centuries being used for good and for evil. The evil part comes in when traders who couldn't get their hands on the actual spice would make wooden balls out of anything and sell it . The TLDR is that you have to be careful with nutmeg. You can have it in small amounts. And I do mean small. A pinch, a dash or maybe just a quarter of a teaspoon. Anyway flimflam goes way back. And it does move forward. My email got flooded with news about nutmeg for anxiety symptoms and treatment. The truth is out there but with AI writing blog posts and SEO spamification it is getting harder to know if you reading accurate information.
So in this episode I want to present to you some information you can use if you come across an ad for a website stating this spice is a viable for anxiety symptoms. There is no medical proof that it does but that won't stop a lot of people from trying it. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Mosby's Book on Herbs and Natural Supplements by Linda Skidmore-Roth. Check your local library or if you want to purchase, visit your online book vendor. There is an e-book version available. There is a page on Drugs.com about Nutmeg. Abstract from Encyclopedia of Toxicology (Third Edition) 2014, Pages 630-631 National Capital Poison Control Center Kitchen Surprises and Cautions A 2020 Toxicology Question of the Week Nutmeg, a Potentially Uninvited Holiday Guest? Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are times when you just have to keep putting one foot in front of the other. You will get to a destination. Hopefully the one that you intended to get to.
In this episode I wanted to help make clear the difference between mindfulness and the practice/tool/application of meditation. I have to be honest, it isn't for everybody. There are people that have weaponized the terms. Or feel that it isn't strong enough for what they are going through. Or they don't have time to sit and breathe. They have real life problems and asking them to take an hour to take care of themselves it a bit much. I understand. I would submit that you have to be ready to do this. I think there can be great benefits in reducing symptoms. I do think it should be in your anxiety tool kit. But only if you are ready to take it on. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Image Comics page on the trade paperback on A Haunted Girl, you can get a sense of the graphic novel and if you want to dip your toes into both horror and depression. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has an interview with the creators of the book and how it relates to the organization. From Mindful.org a 25-page Guide to Mindfulness pdf with suggestions on how to get started. App Insight Timer contains a lot of different meditation content from a variety of creators. It also has sleep modules and breathing practices. It is available on Android and iOS. Audio/Podcast Steven Webb's Inner Peace Meditations podcast with episodes specific to anxiety relief. Books Detox Your Thoughts by Andrea Bonior, PhD on how you can handle mind chatter and stay in the present moment. ADAA self help book on Anxiety and Depression Association of America Patient Guide to Mood and Anxiety Disorders Video There are multiple mediations on YouTube. I'm focusing on those that specific have anxiety or related conditions as their focus. Dr. Andrew Huberman talking about Physiological Sigh type of breathing. This is a segment of a video from the Tim Ferris podcast. Then from Stanford University, there is Cyclic sighing where in 90 seconds you can get a bit of relief. This video discusses the reasons and the technique at 1:21 minutes into the video. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is a quick pebble in the road about the differences between a panic attack and a panic disorder. I got distracted by an ad for psycho-neutrients but I got there eventually.
Just a bit of housekeeping. I will be making short recordings for the month of June. I have things to attend to and time is going to be a challenge. Might do more recording on my phones to keep up with the doings and the responsibilities. Well, today I had to do a recoding on my phone. My audio is jacked up again after updating my system. Happens every three or four months. Don't know why. Pixel 6 to the rescue. Panic disorder is when you have panic attacks on a regular basis or you have the fear of having them again. So what can you do about it? First you need to rule out any physical health problems. You need to see a doctor and get examined to rule out other physical conditions. Second, you need to get educated about it to understand what is happening. You have many options on treatment. . The U.S. National Institute of Mental Health has a downloadable brochure about Panic Disorder, When Fear Overwhelms. There is also good information at the non-profit organization, Helpguid.org Traditional treatment can include medication or therapy. You also should consider breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation, nutrition support, and movement. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The National Institute of Mental Health has a page on Panic Disorder: When Fear Overwhelms. Helpguide.org is a non-profit organization that has a lot of information about mental health issues. They have a lot of information about panic attacks and panic disorders. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This pebble in the road is about the amino acid L-Theanine. There are contradictory claims about how it can help a person.
- It can make you more alert versus it can relax you.
- It can help with getting to sleep versus it can help you to focus.
- It helps with stress and anxiety.
And if you do a regular search, you will come up with very positive reviews and endorsements. Mostly from blogs and websites that have affiliate deals or who are trying to sell you something. I have been bit in the humiliation zone about assuming things. I think I know something rock solid. Come to find out I might have understood 60 percent of it. This is not a bad thing, if you know that you have to double-check yourself and what other people tell you. Especially when it comes to putting something in your mouth to help your anxiety. In this episode a quick look at what it is, the ways you can take it, and information resources that can help you make an informed decision. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Cleveland Clinic information page on L-Theanine FDA page on L-Theanine generally regarded as safe. ADAA.org page on Should I Treat my Depression or Anxiety with Nutraceuticals and Herbs? Via PubMed and the Nutrition Journal, 2010 look at prior studies on Nutritional and herbal supplements for anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There is a lot of turbulence in the mental health space. All kinds of mischief is going on and a portion of Americans who are trying to go back to 1862.
It is crazy but I don't think that is a strong enough word for it. In this episode, I have a very simplistic definition of what is an AI Language Model and what is a scripted AI chatbot and a wee bit on what is or could be a generative A.I. chatbot or treatment option. We need to understand what is happening in the entrepreneurial mental health market place. There is a collision of problems; * Not enough mental health providers. * Financial access to mental health care. * Geographical and transportation access to mental health care. * and a whole bunch more....
There are serious, thoughtful ethically motivated research into using new technologies to provide access to anxiety and other types of mental health treatment. And then there is the bum rush of companies and private investors wanting to slap something up against a wall and hopes it sticks around long enough to make a profit. Ooh, almost forgot - opportunistic low life vermin as well. Case in point. I recently got an email that told me that mental health is the next hot niche. And that for x amount of money, I could have oodles of videos explaining about, mental health and wellness topics. My best and unsupported guess is that somebody somewhere has created a bunch of A.I. videos with A.I. voices that scraped content from multiple places and then have an AI video generator to create into various social media video formats. This type of income enhancement is nothing new. And the offer of private label content is a old as the printing press. Rich guy want to show he is impressive. Hires ghost writer to enhance his reputation. We are being flooded with crappy content for profit. My fellow travelers on the road, it is rough but our power and defense is being informed. Let's get to it. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Rose Cartwright's question everything she had been told about mental illness. This article appears in The Guardian. Common Craft video on Large Language Models on YouTube - This video does not have narration. It is a readable video. IBM definition of What is a Chatbot? MedPage Today article on The Dark Side of AI in Mental Health High demand for AI training data may increase unethical practices in collecting patient data, by Michael DePeau-Wilson. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is a pebble in the road about the ADAA On-line Support Group. Sometimes you need to connect to an actual human being. Or a group of people that share your problem or have similar questions. Lots of things happening and I'm trying to adjust to them. In future episodes, probably starting with this one, there will be a transcript available. It will be 90% accurate. If your podcast player supports transcripts, it should be visible. Meaning, that most of what I mention in the episode is present but after I do a bit of editing, tweaking and finding out that I made a big honking mistake it might be a little different. It is the right thing to do but I have to find a way to consistently do it. And then go back and do it for the older episodes as well. It is humbling. So many typos and lapses of thought. Yikes. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) has a support community using the HealthUnlocked service. You must first sign into the group.
Please create a second email or alias email. In my opinion, using Google or Facebook logins can lead to cookies and tracking. This could expose you to multiple ads and undesired communication. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode a look at breathing necklaces, which are supposed to help you control your breathing. These things irk me. It isn't that they don't have a purpose. But you don't need them. It is ok to want one or have it around your neck as a touchpoint or you really do understand how to use them. That is what I wanted to communicate in the recording. I had to cut a lot of stuff out of the episode. I was going on and on about anxiety gizmo advertorials in traditional and on-line magazines.
Somebody told them about affiliate links and the blurring of editorial and advertising content. Some of them did not get the memo on the correct way to do this. A lot of blurring and smudging going on. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: National Health Service has a page on breathing exercises for stress. From Harvard Health Publishing, Relaxation techniques: Breath control helps quell errant stress response. From Mindful Magazine and their website, an audio recording of a 12-minute 4--7-8 breathing practice. Every Mind Matters - NHS 2 minute-ish Breathing Practice Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
For some of us, imposter syndrome is an anxiety generator.
It goes to the heart of feeling worthy, being competent or having the right to be in a particular space. Doing this episode made me feel like an imposter. I can hear slurred words, tangents and howlers of editing. But here is the thing. I don't allow it to keep me from trying and doing. Sure, I could not do the show. Or hire and editor. Or let a freaking non-human try to emulate my speech patterns. I need to do this in order to get better. And it might take another eight years for that to happen. I have the time. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: There is a short TED-X explainer video called What is imposter syndrome and how can you combat it?
National Public Radio has a 2021 Life Kit piece on 5 Steps to Shake Imposter Syndrome. Helpguide.org article on Imposter Syndrome, causes, types and coping tips. A Guide to Impostor Syndrome—and Overcoming It from McLean Hospital Essentials page Kim Menninger has a podcast called The Impostor Syndrome Files. You can find it on Apple podcast or almost any other podcast directory. Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy or any book vendor. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There is a spectrum of decisions between I can and I can't. Part of our healing journey is to understand the concept of acceptance. A video popped up called "A Panic Attack Ended My Winter Backpacking Trip" from the Miranda Goes Outside!! YouTube channel. I absolutely wanted to view that video. Spent a chunk of it nodding in agreement. Not to mention that I learned a little bit about not sleeping under a tree if there is snow. I felt validated in that there is actual video proof of the experience in real life. Sometimes you can move past it. Sometimes you can't. So I wanted to address that aspect of that experience with a few resources to help folks understand some of the concepts about acceptance and self-care. I'm not going camping anytime soon. I need plumbing and an assurance of no bear contact. I like bears. I respect bears. Don't need to see one in the wild. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: On the Positive Psychology website there is a explainer on What is Self-Acceptance? Please be aware that the site is designed for behavioral health folks, but it is easy for most people to read. There is a lot of text on the page, I'd read it a section at a time.
Psychology Today 2018 blog post on how to practice acceptance If you lean toward a stoic point of view, there is The Philosophy of Everything blog page on the philosophy of acceptance. The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion, by Christopher Germer, PhD. The publisher is The Guilford Press and you can find the book at almost any off and on-line book vendor. The link is to the vendor's publisher's web site. Dr. Germer has his own website where he has a page on meditations on self-compassion. You can download the mp3 file to your device or listen to it on the website. Mindful.org page on self-compassion and writing a love letter to yourself. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Treatment options are evolving and this one is a pip. An expensive one, but it might be just what is needed in the middle of a cold dark night of the soul. Xaia aka eXtended reality Artificially Intelligent Ally is designed to work with the Apple Vision Pro.VR device. You can talk with it. Share your concerns and get feedback about your issues. That is the topic for a quick look at the mental health support VR app. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Marques Brownlee review of the Apple Vision Pro and his take about some of the pros and cons about this product. He brings up really good points. Xaia from VRx Health. You can read about the device and learn about the creators and the FAQ. Wired article about Apple and digital privacy concerns. And from the Mozilla Foundation, are mental health apps better at privacy in 2023? Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In 2024, of the things we have to change is the active cultural block against men seeking mental health treatment. We don't have time for it. All hands on deck or at least pull the ropes trying to point the ship in the right direction. This episode is a little different because it is resource focus. Go to Helpguide.org to learn about therapy or to Heads Up Guys to learn about stress. Or use the Mettle app from Bear Grylls. What I don't want you to do is suffer, grit your teeth and take it. Because that is causing some good people to reconsider their time on the planet. If the assholes won't go, why should you? Just saying. In this episode, a look at a few men's mental health resources. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: U.S. National Institute of Mental Health page on Men and Mental Health and their page on What is Anxiety?
Infographic from Mental Health America about Mental Health for Men The Canadian website called Heads Up Guys have self-guided courses on anxiety, mindfulness and depression topics. It is a project of the University of British Columbia. The site has a lot of information dealing with depression, with roadmaps, stress management tips and more. The Anxiety and Depression Association has a dedicated page on anxiety that includes statistics, symptoms and links to other pages about treatment options. Adventure Bear Grylls is the co-founder of a new mental health app for men. It is called Mettle. You can find more information at the app website https://bemettle.com/ Australian Beyond Blue gateway page about men and mental health topics. UK Mental Health Foundation page on Why Men Don't Talk About Mental Health ARP Episode 161 Finding a Therapist, contains a list of therapists directories. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are a lot of decisions that you have to make when you are seeking treatment.
Hopefully you find a good doctor or a mental health professional to guide you though the process. Those are aspirational goals by the way. You might run into a doc that just wants to give you medication and then report back in four weeks. Or you can't find or afford a provider in your area. I would suggest that you take some time and work on a decision guide as to what you want and don't want concerning your treatment. This can mean getting a physical and diagnostic test to rule out another cause for your symptoms. Or reviewing therapists to figure out the behavioral treatment options. Do you want short term or an extended treatment process? In person or virtual care? A decision guide can help you plan out what you want and need to navigate the process. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resource Mentioned: The Ottawa Personal Decision Guide can help you organize your thoughts about a decision you need to make about your treatment options. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In January, you often hear about the aspirational pledges. No shopping. No drinking alcohol.
Go vegan or as close to it as you can get. My year round goal is to get folks at a basic level to take time to breath. Slow it down. Chill as in being quiet. Not as in ice baths. Me in a former incarnation; "Nuts to you, I breath all of the time. I still have symptoms." Future me: "Yeah, you dope. You also drink six cans of Coke or Dr. Pepper a day. Your diet is atrocious (but very tasty) and your rocking at best five hours of sleep a night. Fortunately, former me studied at the school of hard knocks that the body need clean fuel, time to regenerate and making time on the daily to slow it down and practice breathing. And yes, give up the carbonation with the caffeine chaser. So in this episode, if you happen to have a fidget spinner or fidget ring then dig it out and try this breathing practice. If you don't have one, no worries you can do it with a pebble, pen or pencil or small palm sized object. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: SAMSHA Disaster Distress Hotline is 1–800–985–5990 for voice or text calls. You can also access the Incidents of Mass Violence page to learn more about it, the symptoms and other resources. Mindful.org has a beginners guide to understanding and using meditation. For some people, meditation is a vital part of the treatment process. Please understand there are multiple ways to meditate. There is a text and audio version on the site. Hands on Meditation YouTube channel with a beginners practice cycle. If you are truly pressed for time, there is Dr. All Mattu 40 seconds of a breathing practice. There is a short 2:30-ish beginners practice from Hand’s On Meditation. Cleveland Clinic page on How to do the 4-7-8 Breathing exercise. It goes into more detail on the why it works and some variations to improve the effects of the practice. National Institute of Mental Health PDF on I'm So Stressed Out Fact Sheet. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
With all of the book banning in the United States, a person could make a case that some sections of the country has ideophobia or the fear of ideas.
Might also be bibliophobia. In this episode, a quick look at the definition of Ideophobia. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Mind.org.uk Causes of Phobias self-help guide. https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/phobias/causes-of-phobias/ Mental Health America has an information page about phobias, the types of phobias and the treatment option of cognitive behavioral therapy. From the UK National Health Service, a self-help guide to phobias, what they are and what you can do about them. ADAA has on-line communities where you can communicate with other people that have your experience share their stories, experiences and there are mental health professionals that post helpful resources. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes and anxiety or depression, you have to deal with both conditions at the same time.
It is a challenge but not impossible. There are resources and options to help you deal with treatment. This is just a quick mention of some of those resources that could be of assistance to you or someone you know. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: American Diabetes Association Behavioral Health Toolkits for folks with Diabetes who might be experiencing anxiety. American Diabetes Association Mental Health Directory U.S. Centers for Disease Control page on 10 Tips for Coping with Diabetes Distress and Diabetes and Mental Health Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, a look at adult people that grew up in an addictive or dysfunctional family. Because if you did, there is a good chance you might have an anxiety condition or a related mental health problem. How do you get to be an adult child of a dysfunctional family. There are many pathways. Many are raised in an abusive or addictive family. Others are raised in a generational trauma system. Some people are raised by adults who do not have a clue about how to be a parent because they were never taught or exposed to a healthy, stable or loving environment. It isn't about poverty or wealth. Education is not a guarantee of being a good parent. Nor religion or faith. Or the lack of it. It helps, but if you have taking a glance at the news, a Utah woman with a social media following pled guilty to committed serious crimes against two of her children. In 2034 they will become members of Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper conversation with Dr. Uma Naidoo about her new book on the gut, brain food connection and nutritional psychiatry On that page you can find a link to the book at Bookshop.org or by visiting the doctor's website. U.S. Center for Disease Control page about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with definitions and additional resources. Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation post on Adult Children of Alcoholics information page. Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families World Service where you can get more information about how it works, resources and virtual and real world meeting community fellowship experiences. Therapy Dave has a article about ACDFs and an information sheet that list some of the core beliefs dysfunctional behavior that can happen in adulthood. Kati Morton is a licensed therapist that has a YouTube channel. She has an episode about 10 Effects of Growing Up with an Alcoholic or Addict Parent Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I did an episode about ACEs a long time ago. It was okay but I know a bit more now. At the time I said something to the effect, "Childhood isn't easy even in the best of families, but what if your family of origin contributed to your current condition? I'm not saying that it has, but what if it did?" That part was ok but listening to it now I did not fully define it or give examples. When you know better, you do better. This is probably a three part series about childhood events that might have contributed to an anxiety condition. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC) has Fast Facts: Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences
ACEs Awareness is a California project to screen children for indicators of ACE events. There is a Healthy Way to Manage Stress pdf handout that offers suggestions on how to manage stress, such as be kind to yourself, set goals and start small. Therapist Erik Bohlin handout list of Symptoms from Dysfunctional Families. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
So in this episode I wanted to put a bit more context as to why sucking sour candy could work to stop panic attacks. Or not. Or not for the long term. Here is how it started. I have news feeds for anxiety. This story popped up. Delish is a food recipe and kitchen gadget website. I've seen videos on YouTube. I was confused when I saw the story about sour candy and panic attacks. It didn't match their usual beat. Sometime that can lead to good stuff. Like a fishing website that reviews a movie about Vets, fishing and PTSD. It isn't an instant reject for me unless it is one of those way past NC-17 websites, but my radar is on high alert. Publisher these days they need to draw people to the website. Delish saw a fit with there mission. They did have a series called Suck It Up. They would ask celebrities questions and if they refused to answer they would have to eat an increasing strong sour candy. So this was in the Delish wheelhouse. Kinda. They got the story from Tik Tok. USA Today did a story with more info from mental health professionals. That is how Delish found out about it. As far as our neck of the woods is concern, this could be thought of as a form of grounding or interrupting the signals that generated the panic attack. There are a lot of them. It is not treatment. Nope. Not at all. But it might give you time to breath, get out of the room or recalibrate. So in this episode I wanted to put a bit more context as to why it could work and how there are limits to how effective it can be. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Anxiety and Stress Disorders and a guide on Stress Management from Harvard Health Publications. Tips to Manage Your Stress and Anxiety from ADAA.org The company that produces Warheads is called Impact Confections. You can get an idea of some of their candy products. This is not an endorsement, there are other companies that have sour and extreme sour candies and drinks. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I don't know if I'll ever go on a cruise ship. The only part that really interest me is tasting a wide variety of food in a short amount of time.
Plus my anxiety about riding on a human petri dish would get the best of me and cause all kinds of embarrassment. Not to mention that there are hundreds of people around and having to move as a pack once you arrive for an excursion. Gives me the shivers. Anyway, there is a recent news story about a person kicked off a ship because of CBD Gummies. Those of an anxious nature need to know that you cannot travel on cruse ships that have a U.S. port with any form of marijuana or medicinal products derived from that substance. Under U.S. federal law, it is still illegal. And federal law supersede your local state law. You can be fined. You can be arrested. Or worse, lose all that money you paid to cruise in the first place. And that is just in a U.S. port. Don't even think about doing it oversees. In this episode a heads up about not bring cannabis products on the ship. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Carnival Cruise Lines Tobacco and Smoking Policy $500 fine per incidence and the possibility of being kicked off the ship. Norwegian Cruise Line Guest Conduct Policy Illegal drugs or substances will be confiscated and appropriate action taken, which may include removal from the ship and involvement of appropriate authorities. Royal Caribbean has a Guest Health Safety and Conduct Policy in multiple languages. Way down at the bottom is the prohibited items section. Marijuana, even in its medicinal form or for medicinal purposes, shall be prohibited. Virgin Voyages Prohibited Items List. Prior episodes: ARP 297 What is Hemp Oil and CBD Oil? ARP 298 Uses of Hemp Seed Oil and CBD Oil ARP 299 Buying CBD Oil via Retail Markets Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
You made it over the first hurdle. You know you have a problem.
You might have even gone to the doctor or your health provider to obtain help. They might have set you up with pills or talk therapy. And that is a far as you got. You take the meds but you are still drinking. Or eating high sugar or caffeinated beverages. Babe, you gotta make some changes. Ones that you do not want to make but you have to do it. The resource this week is a movie that covers a lot of anxiety topics. It is a primer on how not to handle your symptoms. Sometimes a fictional movie about a real man can be very informative. And can help you stay out of the hospital. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: 1979 All that Jazz movie trailer - if you don't like musicals or you don't have two hours to invest in the movie. It is a good movie but for some people, the just don't have the time. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There is a term called visceral anxiety. According to various sources, it isn't a medical term but more of a description of feeling anxiety in the lower center of your body. We are talking about the gastrointestinal track.
For some with anxiety it is a persistent problem of pain in the stomach, being gassy or bloated. Or feeling queasy each and every day. (Pregnant people excepted). Now life happens, you get sick and have those symptoms. Or something you've eaten truly does not agree with your body. That isn't necessarily anxiety related. However, if you have constant problems in your gut area AND you have been reviewed by a medical doctor to rule out other health problems then it could be anxiety. It could be anxiety. And no amount of Maalox or Pepto Bismol is going to fix it. In this episode, a brief look at gut symptoms and symptom tracking to monitor what is ginning you up. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: ADAA.org page on How to Calm an Anxious Stomach: The Brain-Gut Connection MySymptoms app that can track a wide variety of symptoms. This app was originally created for people that have Irritable Bowl Syndrome but has features that can apply to some anxiety conditions. Bearable app to help you track your symptoms. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Worry is powerful, it can dishearten you and have you see nothing but shades of gray. There are techniques that even anxious people can use to reduce the amount of worry and get on with the business of the day. I've been around a few spins around the sun. There have been very few times when things haven't been crazy on this planet. Especially with humans having access to weapons. Gasses me up just to think about it. The only people and industries happy about current events are profiteers and weapon makers. Which is why you have to be careful about making global statements. Even in the bleakest of times, somebody on Earth is happy. Many of us with anxiety conditions have excessive amounts of worry. In this episode, a very basic look at some of the tools we can use to help us take it down a bit so that we can function and get on with the day. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Paradise Paradox Movie Trailer and the Home page of the movie website. From the UK NHS, a video from Every Mind Matters on how to process worry. Good suggestions and techniques like the worry tree example. From Helpguide.org How to Stop Worrying and End Anxious Thoughts with more techniques you can use. Mayo Health Clinic Symptoms page on 11 Tips for Coping with an Anxiety Disorder because we need to actively deal with it. From Adams Media, The No Worries Workbook, 124 Lists, Activities, and Prompts to Get Out of Your Head—and On with Your Life! By Molly Burford. Adams Media is a imprint of Simon and Schuster. Possible Alternative to What Was Once Known as Twitter Mastodon and Spoutible Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
You can be a smoker that has anxiety or a person with an anxiety condition who smokes. Either way it is a bad deal that can not only make your symptoms worse but cause long term harm to your body.
In this short pebble in the road episode, some resources to help educate yourself about the problem but some viable resources you can check out to separate yourself from the cigarette or the vape. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: U.S. National Institute of Drug Abuse page on Cigarettes and Other Tobacco products. Smokefree.gov helps folks kick the tobacco and vape habit by providing information and resources, including a page about stress and smoking. The American Lung Association has a number of options about quitting smoking. There are groups, online version and self-directed guides. For California residents only, there is kickitca.org, this is a state of California website that can help users transition from smoking and vaping. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I try to keep episodes short and to the point. But sometimes I need to talk about conceptual things that at first, doesn’t seem to have anything to do with anxiety treatment options. But it does. I need to talk about beans or knowledge. Or the do before the why. Which I like better but it isn't grammatical. I take comfort that I'm pissing off an A.I. generator. I know that many people that listen to the podcast like the give it to me straight and let me be on my way aspect of the show. That is not going to be this episode. I have to talk about non-anxiety things to show the anxiety examples. Might take me a while. There are anxiety specific resources in the episode. But I gotta talk about beans first. So yeah, if you want a short one, wait until next week or dive into the archive. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Supplement Resources:
U.S. National Institute of Health (NIH) consumer page about magnesium and on Vitamin D. There is also a newsletter from NIH called Digging Into Vitamin D. And the Office of Dietary Supplements FAQ page explains what they are, do you need them and the pro and cons of them. The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has a post about magnesium and Vitamin D and why they work well together. Tyler Westley Tik Tok video about taking a friend's suggestion concerning magnesium. . Dry Beans and Lectin Information: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health page on Anti-Nutrients. There is also a link to the problems with Lectins. Samarian Health Services page on Are Lectins in Plant-based Foods Your Friend or Foe? Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The American Psychiatry Association defines depression as loss of interest of activities once enjoyed, and that the symptoms must last longer than two weeks before an official diagnosis. There isn't just one kind of depression and they don't all generate from the same source. For people that have not experience depression, it is really hard for them to understand. Or they try to related to something that has no relationship to the actual condition. You can tell they don’t know about when they offer responses like, “you just have to get out of yourself. So this episode is a two-fer. It is for people that have an anxiety condition that may or may not have a side order of depression. You'll need info on what is is and some of the treatment options. And, if you need a friend or loved one who doesn't connect with what you are experiencing, there are games and simulations that can help them get a glimmer of understanding. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: There is a story from New Hampshire Public Radio about a meeting at Dartmouth University with the current and prior Surgeon Generals meeting to talk about the need for ‘stronger communities’ to address mental health crisis. The Verge article about Google shutting down the podcasting app. Option 1 is to move over to the YouTube Music App. Option 2 is to find another podcasting application. The American Psychiatric Association has information about depression, the various types and some of the treatment options. There is also a short explainer video to help those that take in information visually. Helpguide.org post on Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs. Celeste is a game where Madeline journeys up Celeste Mountain with her anxiety. There is an 8-bit version that can be played on the website. The modern version can be found on various playing devices. Actual Sunlight, a game/narrative about the experience of depression. You also can find it on Google Play, Nintendo, Switch and other gaming platforms Depression Quest, old school web based HTML journey of depression and discovery. The Braaains podcast if you want to know more about that tasty organ known as the brain, mental health issues disability representation. The podcast also shows how the topic is reflected in tv, movies and media. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
When things go wrong and you need a break, like when none of your audio software will record and you have to use your phone, you need to take a moment. Or two. Maybe have dinner as well. Some days you have to find ways to roll with it. A meditative break can help. That is the topic of this episode. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Dharma Homies Virtual Meditation Groups From the website Self-Compassion.org, Changing your critical self talk. Tea Meditation Resources: From a Buddhist perspective, How to Drink a Mindful Cup of Tea on the Lion's Roar website. Gabriela Green post on Tea Meditation: Breathe And Purify Your Mind
Eye Restfulness Exercises Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired page on five eye exercises that prevent digital strain. Annie Thoa Eye Palming for Clear Vision and Deep Relaxation YouTube Video Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Many of us hold our tongues or clench our teeth to protect ourselves from saying what you really want to say. Or feel.
And for most of us, that works and we go about our day. But if you are clenching and grinding your teeth on a daily basis there is going to be a problem. Sometimes with your jaw. Or wearing away your teeth. Or having headaches or something worse. In this episode, a look at what jaw clenching and teeth grinding and some of the things you can do to reduce the symptoms. The medical term is called bruxism. I do want to mention that I did not make any references to medication. That is because there can be non-anxiety related forms of bruxism. There can be structural problems with the jaw or mouth. If that is the source of the problem, then that is more of a dental treatment issue. I'm looking at jaw clenching and teeth grinding from a stress and anxiety point of view. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: No Time To Panic: How I Curbed My Anxiety and Conquered a Lifetime of Panic Attacks" By Matt Gutman, who is an ABC news national chief correspondent. You can listen to a sample of the book at the publisher web site. National Public Radio 1A podcast interviewed Matt Gutman and talked about his experiences having panic attacks on the air. It is a 36-minute conversation. The Journal of the American Dental Association page on Bruxism has a patient PDF that you can download. It explains what it is and what you can do about it. Colgate Bruxism Exercises to Reduce Teeth Grinding. All about BRUXISM via Dentalk! on YouTube. Sleep Foundation page about Bruxism. Sleep Foundation is not associated with the non-profit National Sleep Foundation. This company is in the business of selling sleep products. That being said, they do have factual information regarding sleep issues. Healthline jaw exercise post with gifs to show you how to do it. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I’ve done a couple of episodes on generalized anxiety disorder, sometimes referred to as GAD. However, there have been changes to some of the medication treatment options. And there are new options that did not exist in 2016 or 2018 so I thought that I’d catch everyone up on what is going to be current for the foreseeable future. That is the topic for today's episode.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: How to Tell if Shortness of Breath Is From Anxiety and How to Treat It from Livestrong.com
Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a four question screener to help you figure out if you have GAD. The site also has a brochure about what the condition is and some of the treatment options.
The National Institute of Mental Health has a web page and downloadable booklet on Generalized Anxiety Disorder aka GAD.
Consumer Version of the Merck Manual pages on General Anxiety Disorder with a short video about GAD.
Prior episode on Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
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I try to stay off of sites like Kickstarter and Indigogo. Too much temptation and even more disappointment. Back in the day, I use to support the up and coming companies.
But I got tired of waiting sometimes month before the product arrived. I have been burned by companies that found out it was hard to be an innovator. Few days ago, I got an email that I was about to toss in the trash. Looked like spam. Anyway, I found out that it is an actual company that claims to treat anxiety, sleep problems and helping to focus attention. Supposedly, this is a device that you place on your neck, apply a gel to help you make contact with the Vagus nerve for a tingling session of calm and relaxation. It has possibilities for some of us that want more non-drug based symptom options. But there are hitches in the giddy-up. In this episode, a quick look at the Pulsetto VNS device.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
There is a post on SciTechDaily about reducing the amount of social media consumption called Can 30 Minutes a Day Save Your Mental Health?
Excellent Crash Course explainer video on what the Autonomous, Parasympathetic and Sympathetic system is, what it does and how it relates to stress and anxiety.
Chris Haslam at Wired.com review of the Pulsetto device, really good article.
HealthInsider post on Pulsetto Review: Can It Improve the Quality of Your Life? The official Pulsetto website can provide more information if you are interested in this device. Trust Pilot Reviews of the device. Disclaimer:
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This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The TLDR version: What I do know is that a coloring book could be an opportunity for those who have trouble with some of the traditional concepts of meditation or mindfulness practice. But be careful about making a purchase. When possible, buy from a human creator. The much longer version: I insist on being a human being so I still do my own research. Not saying I having dipped a toe or two into the new hyped up gizmo world of ask a question get a possibly faulty answer of A.I. I have. I think I've learned more about human beings and the the decisions that they are making concerning the use of a service with a raft of ethical considerations tossed to the wind. Which causes me to have certain types of additional anxiety about what humans do. In searching for resources for this week's episode I discovered the world of Kindle Digital Publishing (KDP) and stress and anxiety coloring books.
For those that don't know, there is a group of people that produce low content books. These can be lined notebooks, journals, prompt books and yes, coloring books. These books are very easy to produce. If you have a word processing program you are good to go. Create the book, slap a cover on it and send it to KDP. There are people that make dang good money doing this. Some are crafts people and true artists. Others jumped on the trend early enough to make a profit with low quality crap. This is nothing new. Mainstream publishers have been making low content books for years. As in centuries. If you have ever been in a TJ Max or Ross store, you've seen them. What is new is two things colliding. A subset of people creating "stress or anxiety relief "coloring books for adults and A.I. These entrepreneur folks are cranking out hundreds of these books using A.I. to make minor variations to name, cover and the appearance of content. There is a tsunami of very low quality book. I can't tell by looking at the cover who is who. Or if it is a good book for actual use? Does the coloring book have perforated pages to make it easy to work with? Is it single or double sided? Will there be bleed through? I'm trying to say, buyer be aware and beware. What I do know is that a coloring book could be an opportunity for those who have trouble with some of the traditional concepts of meditation or mindfulness practice. That is the topic of this episode on the summer slowdown.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Blue Star Coloring Ocean Animal Patterns Coloring Book Dover Publishing Fifty Favorite Birds Coloring Book By Lisa Bonforte Rockridge Press adult coloring book Stress Relief Cat Coloring Book, I found this on the Simon and Schuster website. Disclaimer:
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I'm on the summer slow down vibe, but there are lots of interesting ways to handle and reduce symptoms.
One of those ways is combining a breathing practice with humming. To be clear, I'm talking about the sound that humans make with their mouths. Usually involves the sound "hum".
Take the human body, the Vagus nerve and an open mind and you just might have an additional tool to tell the body to relax, there isn't a danger or problem.
Might work for you.
Might not.
I do know that it is a free, no risk, non-toxic option to try.
This is a quick introduction to the topic and a few resources to get you started.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: There is a post on Verywell Health on Breathing Exercises for Anxiety. If you need visual help in practice breathing there is the Breathe Easy app for iOS and Android.
Mayo Clinic Connect post on Humming Your Way to Relaxation.
Katie Morton explanation video on 5 Easy Ways to Stimulate the Vagus Nerve. Video on Humming for Vagus Nerve Stimulation from Buteyko Clinic
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As I mention in the podcast, it is the eight anniversary of the podcast. The need to connect people to the various mental health services is still necessary.
There have been times that my symptoms were stable and I could crank out an episode, no problem. But there are times when I'm at high tide, the symptoms are showing themselves to the public and I can or cannot produce an episode. Thing is, more often or not, I found a way. Making mistakes. Learning new ideas and concepts. Understanding that treatment is an ever expanding concept. In 2015 I did not say anything about virtual mental health care. It wasn't on the radar or a minor blip accessible to some people, probably using Skype. So I still do this podcasting dance with my symptoms and my goals. Which begs the question, Is it always going to be like this?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From the Mayo Clinic, the traditional approach to treating anxiety disorders.
Psychology Today, Why Do People With Anxiety Disorders Avoid Getting Therapy? Via National Library of Medicine NCBI - Males and Mental Health Stigma
Helpguide.org detailed page about Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Attacks. From Travel & Leisure Magazine How to Support an Anxious Flier, According to Experts
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It is the start of the summer slowdown where I'll post less often as I try to catch up on my sleep and elocution skills. I've been talking a lot lately and I can hear multiple imperfections.
Really a bad idea to do five things at the same time. Anyway, last week's error has created this episode. As a standing warning. Never upgrade as you are working on a project. I've gotten away with it before but not last week.
It destroyed my audio file. Totally my fault. I knew better but didn't do better. This week is the definition of PTSD and some but not all of the accessible resources you might want to check out if you don't know about the condition.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Mending the Line Blue Sky Entertainment official movie trailer on YouTube. Field and Stream interview with director Joshua Caldwell about the movie and the challenges in bring it to the screen. PTSD Resources Books For African Americans, there is a book called The Pain We Carry, Healing from Complex PTSD for People of Color. by Natalie Y. Gutierrez and published by New Harbinger Publications. Very Well Mind List of Books About PTSD National Institute of Mental Health information page about PTSD, you can download the NIH booklet. The Center has podcast called PTSD Bytes where you can get small audio chunks of information about the condition and tips for handling it. Audio/Video The Veterans Administration has a short whiteboard video that explains the basics of PTSD for military folk. Psych2Go has an explainer video on Complex PTSD or C-PTSD. This is a link to the Audible.com search page on audiobooks that deal with PTSD topics. The podcast Talking Later Veteran Stories of Late Life PTSD. You can listen via Spreaker or Apple Podcast Informational What are the symptoms of PSTD from ADAA.org. There is also a ADAA.org PTSD support group that you can join to ask questions or share concerns. Helpguide.org page on what is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and your treatment options. This site also has veteran specific information and has info on the various types of PTSD.
Psychology Today post on Conquer Anxiety, One Small Step at a Time, A solution-focused approach to overcoming fear, worry, and stress.
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After missing last week, I was determined to get an episode up. I recording and edited it.
The SOS software decided to garble my speech.
And then it stopped working.
So I turned to my phone and made something happen. It ain't pretting but I dood it.
This is a quick look at the new movie called Minding the LIne, which is a fictional movie about fly fishing, PTSD and coping as best you can.
I'll get the rest of the episode re-jiggered and try again.
I might have to miss an episode or two, it is getting hectic at Amalgamated Salt and Brimstone and some times you have to yield to the sulfur.
It has been a while since I’ve mentioned this; the focus on the podcast is for folks that have been medically diagnosed with an anxiety condition or disorder. However, all are welcome. The over-stressed, the somewhat anxious or those that are up against it and don’t know what to do. Everybody has anxiety. That is normal and necessary. We need it for our personal safety and awareness that there is a possible problem or danger. Anxiety’s job is to bring awareness. Not a good thing or a bad thing. For some of us, our anxiety alert system is out of whack. Our brain is on constant high alert. There are symptoms that are hard to control. That is the topic of this episode. How do you deal with your symptoms? If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: National Institute of Mental Health definition page on Anxiety Disorders. They also have downloadable booklets on:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Panic Disorders
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) FAQ page on Anxiety, the types of anxiety, treatment options and additional resources. American Lung Association video on Pursed Lip Breathing technique. Very Well Mind page on 9 Breathing Exercises to Calm Anxiety. Harvard Health Page on Foods Linked to Better Brain Power. ARP 216 has examples of books about the brain/gut connection aka nutrition. Five Minute Meditation Practice via Greater Good in Action/UC Berkeley UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC) meditations exercises in different languages. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are days when we muck it up. And spend hours berating yourself that you were not perfect or you did not catch one of the dozens of bug a boos that you handle in a day. On this day I would like to suggest that you stop being mean, nasty or hyper-critical about being fallible. Practice your breathing, drink some water, move your body and actively be kind to yourself. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Katie McLaughlin six minute guided meditation on peace and acceptance VeryWell Mind post on How to Embrace Self-Acceptance Psychology Today blog post on How to Practice Acceptance Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
For those of you that don’t understand about the experience of depression, I have two websites that might help folks get a grip on it. The first is Will O’Neil’s Actual Sunlight. It is a fictional narrative game about the experience of living and trying to exist in a depressive state. Another expression of the experience is an old school HTML website called Deprression Quest. It is an interactive experience about living with depression. What am I talking about this? In this episode, a word or two about Heather Armstrong and a few resources that might help you understand depression a little bit more and a resource or two to help some of you stay on this side of the life fence. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Washington Post article about Heather Armstrong. The website Live Through This
Will O’Neil’s Actual Sunlight Old school HTML interactive narrative Depression Quest Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Last time, I talked about coaching. How there are different types of coaches and that it is an unlicensed and unregulated practice. There are good and bad coaches, and we need to find ways to figure out who is who. I tried to chop it down into chunks but this is a big topic. And not a lot of consumer friendly information sources. Many of the resources I found where connected to vendors wanting to either have folks sign up for their telehealth service or to take a class or course on health couching. The somewhat neutral sources I've listed below. I know this one is wordy. But honestly, I whacked it down from 22 minutes to about 14 minutes. Probably should have knocked off another seven but you do what you can when you can. For my overseas folks. I do not know if you have the expression "wham, bam, thank you mam." It applies to the vending machine approach to obtaining sexual services from an in-demand vendor. Going to a doctor or medical office can be a long wait, then you get into the office, say your piece. The doctor takes a look, makes a decision in about two minutes and out you go. Don't know if it is the same in the UK, India, Australia, Canada or the islands.
Which is why telemedicine is very popular. Most people would like to cut out the waiting and get to the important part of their care. In this episode, a look at health coaching. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: S.E. Cupp is a political commentator on CNN program S.E. Cupp Unfiltered. She is also a fellow traveler on the road. May 2023 is Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a short clip from her show talking about her experiences with the condition and why she wants to bring awareness about mental health out of the shadows. Post on Very Well Health called Does Eating Fried Foods Really Put Us at Risk for Depression and Anxiety? Look folks, do the best you can. Eat to support your brain health. If you slip up and eat some fries; try to have a bit of fruit or veggies for your next meal. The goal is clean eating but some of us are going to get dusty along the way. Cleveland Clinic page on What Is A health Coach? Positive Psychology What is Health Coaching? Wave Life is an app with information about mental fitness, cognitive support for Gen-Z folks and health coach support. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I’m working my way through the mental health telemedicine providers and I’m coming across the word “coach.” I get a little leery about that word because I’ve had some experiences with people using it to wrap themselves in a health wellness cloak of respectability. I’ve gone to conferences and sat in on sessions that I thought were about how to best provide information to people wanted health information. A couple of those sessions went into details about how to lead your audience down a sales funnel by appealing to fears, wants and needs. And how you can position yourself as an expert to sell $47 a bottle worth of healing. Yeah, I have a lot of preconceived bias about that word. But are my preconceived bias getting in the way of what is happening in the mental health care space? Maybe. This is the dipping of the toes into the coach space. Just want to define the term and some of the ways people are using it. The next episode will be a deeper dive into health coaches and coaching. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Wondermind is a website that is dedicated to educate, support and connect with young adults and adult adjacent people. Talks about mental fitness and mental health issues. Cleveland Clinic page on What is a Health Coach? Harvard Health Blog on Health Coaching, is it Effective and Should You Try It? Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This episode is not for everybody. Some of you will be highly dismissive. That is okay. Different strokes for different folks. Knitting provides an object of focus for our practice. We can practice focusing our attention and letting go of distractions. The point is, doing something analog or tactile can help you relax. Or meditate or route you and keep you in the present tense. In this pebble in the Road a quick look at crafting as a gateway to meditation. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Meditation 101 and Mindfulness Exercises Guided Meditations & Mindfulness Talks Color Yourself to Mindfulness Book by Melissa Launay published by CICO Press distributed by Simon and Schuster Publishing. Marshall at Wristwatch Revival on YouTube Becky at Knit Om on Knitting as Meditation Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Long time listeners know that I am a connoisseur of the sequential arts. It is truly the theater of the mind because I can co-create with the artist to experience an environment or an adventure. I bring this up because sometimes healing can come from unexpected places. Like a graphic novel or a comic book. Three of the books talk about the experience of having a perpetual negative voice interfering with the quality of their lives. Three of the books speak to what they have done to connect with their better selves. In this episode a look at five graphic novels memoires about anxiety. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Marie and the Worrywart by Jen Woodall. The cover gives a good example of going from being normal to transition into symptom flare up. It is published by Silver Sprocket Press. MonsterMind: Dealing with Anxiety and Self-Doubt by Alfonso Casas does not have just one voice but a committee such as Mr. Past Traumas, Mr. Fear, Mr. Social Anxiety, Mr. Impostor Syndrome, Mr. Sadness, Mr. Doubt and there may be more hiding in the rafters. The Worrier’s Guide to Life by Gemma Correll, world champion over-thinker. What if everything you saw negatively came into being. As if it was an overly to every single thing you laid eyes on. For example, you are looking into an ice cream case and see rocky road kill or cookies & clams. The Last Gay Man on Earth is a photo memoir that has Ype Driessen. All I know is that there is a sentient robot vacuum cleaner involved. The publisher is Street Noise Books. Also on the Andrews McMeel website is a book by Debbie Tung, Everything is Ok. But it isn’t because we are talking about anxiety and depression. This is a graphic memoir about how she navigates the highs and lows of her experiences. Improve: How I Discovered Improv and Conquered Social Anxiety by Alex Graudins. What do you do when you have a bad case of social anxiety? Alex’s decision is to sign up for an improv comedy class. The publisher is First Second but the link is to the Macmillan website book listing page. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The anxiety symptoms can muck up our ability to see what we've done, whether it was fair, good, or excellent. There are a lot of wonderful people that have anxiety conditions that do mighty good things.
People write, create or force a revolution into how we should treat each other as human being. In this week's episode, a look at a pioneer that helped to improve mental health care in the U.S. and a look at Mental Health America. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: George Dunnett Video I am Not Very Well Clifford W. Beers book A Mind That Found Itself. You can find versions of the book to download at Project Gutenberg. And for those of you that prefer your reading via audio, there is a Librevox version of the book at the Internet Archive. National Library of Medicine American Journal page on Clifford W. Beers From a Patient's Perspective: Clifford Whittingham Beers' Work to Reform Mental Health Services There is also a PDF version of the Voices from the Past article. Mental Health America Resources: * Mental Health self-screening test on a variety of conditions and disorders. * Anxiety page with graphical map of questions, concerns and treatment process. * Treatment information page/matrix. * Cognitive Dissonance aka Thinking Traps Reframing Tool (AI assisted)
BrainCraft video I Tried The Vagus Nerve Hack (so you don't have to) Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
As one section of America tries to move forward there are others that are determine to hold on to what didn't work in the past and certainly won't work in the future. In this day, do the best you can. That is the lesson to be learned across all of time and space. I had to record this episode seven or eight times. I kept messing up. Mispronounced words. Forgot to explain something. Then there were the birds and the trash truck. Together. In harmony. You can aim for perfection, but in the meantime you do what you can. You might muck it up but do what you can. In this episode, a window shopping look at AmWell for anxiety treatment and mental health services. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Discovery Magazine article about possible blood testing for anxiety. Engadget post on Cerebral sharing data with Meta and other companies. AmWell Mental Health Pages: * Information page about anxiety. * Information page about online therapy * Information page about prescriptions
Medline Plus page on Telehealth provides information about what telehealth is and some of the pros and cons of it. The National Institute of Mental Health has a two page brochure with basic description of what is tele-mental care and some of the pros and cons. Anne Koller Water Meditation videos. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are times when I find myself in unexpected territories. This is one of those times. It is why I'm trying to include more attention to the virtual mental health providers.
If you have ever listed to a podcast or watch YouTube, you probably have heard or seen something about the company known as BetterHealth. You might have seen an advertorial from a social media influencer or from a podcaster. Yeah, this is pickle. BetterHealth presented itself as a service that helps users find and connect with behavioral health providers. Not only under the BetterHealth name but also under a number of doing business as names as: * Faith Counseling - Christian focus therapy * Pride Counseling - LGBTQ therapy focus * Teen Counseling - Teens with parent approval * Terappeutia - Spanish speaking users.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a complaint against the company BetterHealth had customers provide personal identifiable information. BetterHealth made promises and assurances about the level of privacy and security about user data. According to the FTC, the company shared user information with social media companies Facebook, Snapchat, Criteo and Pinterest. They also shared data to target former users with ads on those platforms. There is now a consent order that BetterHealth has agreed to follow. One of those things is not to share or sell visitors or users data to third parties. In this episode, I go over a bit more details but this is the gist of what happened with the company. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Associated Press news story BetterHelp shared users’ sensitive health data, FTC says There is a page on the Federal Trade Commissions website where you can obtain the original complaints, and the consent order. BetterHealth response to the consent order via their website. The National Law Review article about the FTC’s One-Two Punch on Data Tracking and Health Privacy FTC Enforcement Action to Bar GoodRx from Sharing Consumers’ Sensitive Health Info for Advertising Alternate Browsers, Search Engines and Add-Ons * Brave Search Engine * Duck Duck Go Search Engine * Firefox Focus for mobile devices * Privacy Badger from the Electronic Frontier Foundation * Vivaldi Browser
Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
A few years ago in an episode I said:
Anxiety is so much more than the typical stress reaction. For some of us, we gag, we choke, we have heart pains, we have chest pains, we have diarrhea, we have gastric distress, we have excessive sweating. We can't leave our homes. These are not the kind of things you're going to be thinking your way through if your symptoms are that extreme. And there was a point where my symptoms got that extreme. I decided to take medication. I am now on team make informed decisions about taking medication. And once you have made that decision there can be other obstacles. Like getting the prescription filled. There is a proposal from the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) about applying changes to how prescriptions can be filled via telemedicine. This is just a brief overview of how they and other interested parties want to handle this process. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: From the Stanford Medicine Scope Blog, Cyclic sighing can help breathe away anxiety. Associated Press news story about restrictions on opiate medication treatment via telehealth providers. February 24, 2023 U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency press release about proposed rules for issuing medication via telehealth providers. Proposed Telemedicine Rules Summary from the DEA From Very Well Mind, a long post on what are benzodiazepines and the DEA schedule list. Consumer Version of Merck Manual Drugs Used to Treat Anxiety Disorders Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I freely admit that I mentioned can soda too many times in this episode. But it had a profound effect on my body and parts of my brain. There are folks that use other substances in excess to deal with their symptoms or whatever else is going on with them. For me, it was sugar drinks and pastries. Almost never met a donut I didn't like. I no longer beat myself up on wanting to scarf up a sweet treat. I do get pissed at myself when I do eat a problem food. There are repercussions. Messed myself up on a piece of pie. There are always repercussions when you do something you should not do. It is important to understand that we as human beings tend to look for relief when we are in discomfort. It is what we do. In this episode, a look at a book from New Harbinger Publications on just in time help for anxiety. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The Anxiety First Aid Kit, Quick Tools for Extreme, Uncertain Times by Rick Hansen, et al. New Harbinger Publications search results for Anxiety Books. Dr. Ali Mattu has a YouTube video on 10 quick anxiety relief techniques. Dr. Mattu has a bunch of videos on a variety of mental health and psychology topics on his channel. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Some providers of services use the term behavioral health. Some use mental health. I have spent the hours trying to get a concise meaning of both terms. It ain't easy. The American Psychological Association defines behavioral as: ...an interdisciplinary subspecialty of behavioral medicine that promotes a philosophy emphasizing individual responsibility in the maintenance of one’s own health and in the prevention of illness and dysfunction by means of self-initiated activities (jogging, exercising, healthy eating, not smoking, etc.). [proposed by U.S. psychologist Joseph D. Matarazzo (1925– )] Mental Health.gov defines it as: Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Here is the thing. There are jerk face doctors and corporations that employ doctors that sometimes hurt people with mental health conditions and disorders. Or provide a gut punch when a doctor states that all you need is a bit of rest. Or insist that medication is the only way to treat your problem (they mean anxiety problems, can't speak for the other stuff.) Or are told buck the hell up this is life, deal with it. There are some of us that do buck the hell up, give the presentation, go back to the hotel room and have a major meltdown of symptoms. Dude, we vomit hard and steady and then go back to do it again and again. Screw you doc, we are doing the best we can and then some. (Directed to the asshole docs, not the good ones.) This is a pebble in the road on a functional but not perfect definition of health, physical health and behavioral health. With a side order of mental health. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: APA Dictionary of Psychology definition of Behavioral Health. Mental Health.gov definition of the term Mental Health World Health Organization definition of Health. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
The virtual mental health marketplace is an ever-changing land of what was impossible is now possible. Whether or not it should be is a question for another time.
Now might be a good time to ask those questions because there are a lot of new players that are being created outside of the traditional medical education and practice system. This week, I'm taking what I call a window shopping view of a company called Ro.co and Ro Mind. They provide medicine, medical education via pre-recorded video and medical management services for people that anxiety, depression and seasonal affected disorder only. I'm still working out my thoughts on the Ro Mind telehealth service. On the one hand, if you already have a therapist or a mental health provider that can't prescribe medication, this might be a good options. But there are issues and concerns I have about self diagnosing without a medical checkup. Anyway, this is a quick look based on what I found when I visited the website. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Cleveland Clinic post on what things stress can do to your body. Ro.co Mental Health page that explains the process of obtaining prescription treatment via the service. Advertorial on Medium about the Ro Mind direct to patient services for anxiety and depression. Mental Health America has a screening test for anxiety. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, a look at some of the mental tele-health options that are in or will be introduced to the healthcare marketplace.
Next time, and throughout the year I'll show examples of a virtual mental health service, what it does, the pros & cons and other items of interest. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: SAMSHA Disaster Distress helpline is 1-800-985-5990 for voice and text communication in English and Spanish. There are also other languages available and ASL video access is accessible via a smartphone. The SAMSHA website has a lot of information about disaster related mental health issues. Telehealth.gov page Behavioral Health Care for Individual Care, this does a good job of describing the options in the the virtual mental health space at this time. National Institute of Mental Health has a downloadable PDF that gives a basic description virtual mental health option. If you don't know where to start but you have to talk to somebody, there is the NAMI HelpLine that offer support Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. eastern standard time in the U.S. Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email at helpline@nami.org Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This is the start to a mini-series about telehealth and telemedicine options. Starting out with a definition of what telehealth is, types of provider services including a taste of virtual mental health care and recourses. The short version is, per the U.S. Department of Heath and Human Services, “Telehealth — sometimes called telemedicine — lets your health care provider care for you without an in-person office visit. Telehealth is done primarily online with internet access on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.” I think I have that song by David Bowie on repeat in my head. So many changes are occurring and I don't know if it is good sense to try to keep up with all of them. Some changes there isn't a choice about. We have to be aware that entrepreneurs are providing medical and mental health services via software, apps and treatment options. Not all of the entrepreneurs are coming from a traditional medical orientation. There is a for profit slicing and dicing about providing access to care is taking place. This is nothing new. There has always been stratified healthcare in the United States. You have concierge medicine for the very rich and wealthy. Metered insurance access for those people that are in a rapidly compressed middle income space. And governmental and charity access if you are broke and your dollar has to stretch around the block. The growth of telehealth/telemedicine providers is something we have to pay attention and understand what the impact will be on our physical and mental health treatment options. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, What Is Telehealth? There is also a downloadable PDF on The Basics of Telehealth Care. Medline Plus page on Telehealth also provides a bounty of information about what telehealth is and some of the pros and cons of it. The National Institute of Mental Health has a two page brochure with basic description of what is tele-mental care and some of the pros and cons. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Trying to finish up on my science literacy class. It is a pip. It is very good and provides a lot information about how scientists evaluate questions and data. It is thumping my poor brain with all kinds of concepts. Once I finish the class, I should be back on a regular schedule. Going through my stuff and seeing if I forgot anything. Seems like I did forget a thing or two. I might have included this in an episode but just in case, I want to make sure that you know about buying CBD oil on Amazon.com. If you have been following the mini series about hemp seed oil and CBD oil you know: The sale of hemp products with less than 0.3 THC or any psychoactive properties is permitted in the U.S. on the federal level. However, depending on where you live in the United States, hemp products can either legal conditionally legal or totally illegal to purchase depending on the state or territory you happen to live in. Fifty states, the District of Columbia and the territories. All with different laws , regulations and Attorney Generals. Not to mention interstate commerce rules and the TSA at the airports. And then there is American version of Amazon.com. The site really wants to help you find what you want. Amazon site does not want to disappoint you. Neither do the flim flam artists who will make it seem that there product does what you hope it would do but it does not. This is a quick episode on why you can't buy CBD oil with 0.3% TCH via the U.S. version of Amazon.com. It isn't complicated. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The National Council of State Legislators current activity list of the current cannabis laws in the United States. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
In this episode, a look at a kindness inspired grounding practice you could do when you need to tame your internal little hater.
Sometimes people come to the podcast intentionally. They see the album cover or up on a social media site and check it out.
Or they might see a post on a social media place and happen to see the name of the show. Some entrepreneurial site owners will post a link to their blog or podcast, having nothing to do with anxiety or mental health. And then there are the entrepreneurial vendors that offer alternative forms of self-gratification, aficionados of the anal canal of prostate joy or climatically cliffs of everlasting delight. I am under no illusion that providers who have goods, services and products for sale have honorable or dishonorable intentions. Most of it is just juicing for keyword or putting on that wolf coat. Many times it is probably a quick get off the site link or trying to look legit. I have no control over that and Google is doing what they can, when they can. That being said, I welcome all who find themselves on the road and decide to check out some of the information. Because lack of nookie can make you anxious. I might mention it at least once a year. Really, the focus of the podcast and blog is to provide information about handling the life interfering type of anxiety conditions and disorders. 99.94% of you are welcomed. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: From 2022 Psychology Today article on Grounding Techniques. An opportunity to learn about what grounding is and some of the different types of re-centering yourself to the present time. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
It is the time when a bunch of people and advertisers want to encourage you to make changes to your existence and how you currently live your life. You might in fact want to do this because you do not feel good in your mind and body. Totally understandable. But you don't have to define you worth on promises you really don't want to do. There is a way to achieve your goals without imposing an artificial and non-valuable deadline. You can take small, measured steps. You decide when to start and when to start. Does not have to be January 1, 2023.
It can be when you are ready. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Virtual Bubble Wrap, pop your way into a bit of calm with this site.
Open Path Psychotherapy Collective is a non-profit directory of therapists open to a diverse range of clients. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
There are lots of apps for mindfulness and meditation. The advantage is just in time training, help and support and symptom relief.
The disadvantage could be the continued separation from actual people, data harvesting by low lifers and the app not exactly meeting your needs. I would say that it is important you develop your skills as an informed health consumer. One way to do that is to visit the website One Mind Psyber Guide. In this episode, a lot as some of the apps that are available for mindfulness and meditation. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) consumer page about protecting your privacy and being aware of permissions you give an app. Free Meditation Apps From the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center there is the UCLA Mindful App for iOS and Android has features such as getting started in meditation, videos and access to the podcast where there are a number topics about mindfulness. Healthy Minds Program, this is an app that has both active and sitting practices. This app helps you to build you process by introducing the concepts of awareness, staying focused and tracking the actual time spent in mindfulness and meditation. Meditation with In-App Purchases The Mindfulness App by the company Mind App has a tutorial on how to meditate, 400 mindfulness recordings, customization option like choosing the length of a meditation, guided or silent and other options. This app is accessible in multiple languages. Seven-day free trial. Subscription is either $4.99 a month or $59.99 a year. Simple Habit has meditation on the go, guided mindfulness and meditation practices and experts on the topic. You can access some of the content for free or there is a subscription for $12 monthly, $90 annually, or $300 for lifetime use. iOS and Android. Subscription Based Mindfulness and Meditation Apps In the last episode, I mentioned Runkeeper for those that want to do running meditations. It is a subscription service for $39.99 a year. https://runkeeper.com/cms/
Buddhify designed for just in time meditation or up to 30 minutes. for meditation on the go $4.99 a month or $30 a year on iOS and $3.99 and $30 a year in the Google Play store. And the app created by Dan Harris and his team. 10 Percent Happier. You get audio, video, tutorial guidance and if you want it, community. 7 days free trial, $100 a year. It is available for Android and iOS phones. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
When I'm looking for viable resources, I can tell when I find a traditional approach to treatment.
Listed are two options listed, medication and therapy. Sometime they will mention others as a lifestyle choice. That is slowly changing. I am seeing more traditional sites including mindfulness and meditation.
There is increasing medical documentation that mindfulness and meditation work.
Medical scientists are still trying to quantify how it works. But they aren't kicking up a fuss about it anymore.
Another force for change is the entrepreneurial health app providers. They offer meditation as a treatment option, for users and for large corporations.
Many are targeting corporations. The pitch is "we can provide meditation as a services and it won't cost you (corporations) as much as dealing with traditional providers."
And in-between the entrepreneurs and traditionally medicine is you, me and the rest of the gang.
Truth is, there are people that will be thrilled with an app that actual helps them. They are practicing and benefiting from meditation via an app.
There are other people that need an in-person experience. Some will get that through a faith based provider. Other people will seek out secular choices from non-profits, university offerings and commercial or virtual retreats.
No matter which way you choice to go; know what you are getting into and see if the app or training course meets your expectations.
As I mention in the episode, there is no consensus about what those two words mean across disciplines, faith systems and from the medical and behavioral health professionals.
Some people use mindfulness for meditation or meditation for mindfulness.
I had to cobble out a definition that works for me but I do mention the other definitions in the show.
One definition of mindfulness is that it is a practice of paying full attention, being aware of what you are doing and grounding yourself in the moment.
The website Very Well Minds definition of meditation: "can be defined as a set of techniques that are intended to encourage a heightened state of awareness and focused attention. Meditation is also a consciousness-changing technique shown to have many benefits on psychological well-being" In this episode, a look at mindfulness and meditation in 2022.
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Resources Mentioned: App and Audio Resources: ASICS Runkeeper app for those that want to run as they meditate. Australian podcaster Rachel Kable has an episode on How to Train Your Brain and Worry Less, might be good for the generalized anxiety folks. NPR Life Tool Kit has an interview with Jon Kabbt-Zinn. In addition to the text interview is a recording of the conversation where he defines mindfulness as awareness. 10 Percent Happier with Dan Harris - there is also an app for accessing more content. Text Resources: American Psychological Association page on Mindfulness Meditation. The Blissful Mind has a page on Mindfulness 101: Everything You Need to Know About Mindfulness. The National Center for Integrative and Complementary Health page on Meditation and Mindfulness, What you need to know. Mindful.org Getting Started page on Mindfulness. Disclaimer:
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In this episode, a quick look at mindfulness-based stress reduction.
The end of the year stuff is coming up early this year so quick episodes are probably going to be in the mix for the next few weeks. If I can even get to an episode at all, it's that busy too much to do and not enough time. However, my news feed blew up with articles, about a study about mindfulness-based stress reduction, The headlines, in many of these new stories were something like mindfulness works just as well as medicine. In this episode, a quick look at the study and some resources so that you can do a deeper dive than most of mainstream media. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The JAMA Network Abstract on the MBSR Clinical Trial NPR One Minute Listen on the clinical trial. Medline Pro page on Escitalopram/Lexapro Mindfulness and Health Institute - Programs and Virtual Classes Sounds True Jon Kabat-Zinn catalog page of recordings. Google Books preview copy of the book Full Catastrophe Living Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness published by Random House Publishing Group The University of San Francisco Osher Center for Integrative Health has multiple on-line courses in MBSR for 2023. On the east coast there is the Mindfulness and Health Institute s they also have classes in MBSR. Mindful.org has an informative page about How to Meditate with Anxiety, with a word or two on MBSR. Disclaimer:
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Hi folks, I'm at high tide with work and symptoms acting like a three-year old. But I wanted to put this out to let folks know that the Amazon.Care service has closed. It is a little embarrassing for me. I had posted the episode in August and three weeks later the telehealth service began the process of shutting down. From what I can suss out, there were several reasons for the service going down, and I'm getting my information from the Washington Post newspaper, some of the industry publications, and I believe there was an actual internal memo from Amazon that was cited in some of the news reports.
So this is just a quick informational update plus a little bit about my Twitter concerns.
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Resources Mentioned:
Washington Post article about Amazon to shut down its telehealth offering and a second story Amazon Care is dead, but the tech giant’s health-care ambitions live on both by Caroline O'Donovan.
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder is a pesky bugger. It is worry on steroids. You worry about money; you worry about every ache or pain and worry about things in the past and the future. There is nothing that you don't worry about, in excess. And the amount of worrying you are doing can impacting your life. Or keep you from doing things you want to do because of the fear of the unknown is going to happen. In this short episode, the symptoms of GAD and what you can do about it.
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Resources Mentioned: Generalized Anxiety Disorder: When Worry Gets Out of Control, a 12-page booklet that contains information about the condition from the National Institute of Mental Health. From the ADAA.org site, a personal story, GAD Hard to Recognize by Meredith Arthur The American Psychological Association has a podcast on mental health topics. Episode 173 Speaking of Psychology: What is anxiety and how can we treat it effectively? With Bunmi Olatunji, PhD Disclaimer:
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In the introduction to this episode, I mention the financial bum rush of companies providing mental health apps to clients, patients and customers.
Still working on that tact thing. There is a small but growing segment of entrepreneurs that see gold in them there mental health hills. Some of those entrepreneurs have honest intentions about making mental health accessible. They have hired psychologists and psychiatrists to help shape their product. Others vendors are more focused on building chat bots that provide rote services that can be sold to businesses. Probably as a checkbox for saying "Hey, we have provided this mental health gizmo, saves you money and that will allow you as business person to give us money. Win-Win." But sometimes, you need a living licensed professional that will meet with you and your problems. HMO doctors ain't got the time or the training for that kind of service. Psychologists will talk to you but cannot provide medication treatment or management.
Psychiatrists are in short supply. Many are ageing out of the profession. Those that haven't are either booked solid or priced out of the range of most people. There is another option. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. That is the topics of this episode. In the episode, I mentioned that I was going to post an image or maybe a video about accessing the two psychiatric nurse search engines. I'll figure something out.
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Resources Mentioned: Association of American Medical Colleges post about the psychiatrist shortage. The Myth of Normal, Trauma, Illness & Healing in A Toxic Culture by Gabor Mate, M.D. with Daniel Mate. Published by Avery Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House. I also recommend that you check out a video that he talks a bit more about the myth of normal. American Psychiatric Nurse Association page About Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Nurse Journal page on What to Know About Seeing a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner The American Association of Nurse Practitioners web site has a Find a Nurse Practitioner search engine for those practitioners. Psychology Today has a therapist search engine. It also is a little fiddly but you can use it to locate psychiatric nurse practitioners. Disclaimer:
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Deciding on taking medication is a choice and a responsibility.
If you have been diagnosed with an anxiety condition or disorder, you probably have been told that one of the treatment options is medication. As I mentioned in ARP 169, It is ok to decide if medication is right for you. It is equally ok that you don't want to take medications. First step is to get a through checkup to make sure it isn’t a physical health problem. Many anxiety symptoms are similar to a physical illness. Anxiety medications can help reduce your symptoms, but it's not a cure. Your symptoms are telling you that there is a problem. Your challenge is to figure out the underlying cause. In the meantime, your next step is to learn about the types of medication for anxiety: Short term medication can help you with embarrassing or symptoms that are affecting your work or personal life. They are in and out of the body quickly. It is sedative opioid level medication. Long term non-opioid medication takes a while to build up in your system, but once there it keeps you mellow for as long as you keep taking the medication. And you have to keep on taking the medication. Both types of meds have side effects and drawbacks.
Check out the resources below to get a dusting about medication options.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: U.S. National Institute of Mental Health page on Mental Health Medications. There is an overview and then a listing of the various types of medications. Anxiety and Depression Association of America page on Treatment Help. Talks about treatment, types of mental health professionals and patient's rights. Disclaimer:
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Having to live with anxiety symptoms is not easy. I can't speak for you but I have sometimes been shamed, embarrassed or felt hopeless after a bad bout with those rascals.
My self-medication of choice is food. I kinda have to deal with that because it isn't an effective way to deal with the problem. I've been around this bend before so I know I can do it. Will I? Probably. You see my symptoms are flaring up again. Big time. And yes, I do breathe. Go out side and walk a bit.
Fill my head with music so I can get from point A to B. Most times it works, sometimes it does not.
I used to think that self-medication was a bad but understandable idea. I’ve kinda moved to the center of “it depends, and what are your other options?” So in this episode, the questions that I've asked myself and maybe you should consider is what are the benefits and liabilities of self-medication? There are the obvious ones * Stopping or hiding symptoms * A rest period * Ability to focus * Relief
And the cons * Dosage, how much and not knowing when it is too much? * Dependency, could be adding on an additional problem. * Financial, the cost of trying to control your symptoms instead of treating the problem. * Affect on the Body, does the treatment of the symptom cause more harm than good?
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Resources Mentioned:
Post Covid Anxiety Is Real is on the Psychology Today website about how hard it seems to be to reintegrate back into the public space. Helpguide.org is a non-profit organization and website that provides information about mental health issues. They have a post on Self-Medication and there are some questions to be considered. You should know that they believe in investigating other options before taking medication. There is a page on the Good Rx website that talks about self-medication and alcohol. It is a good article, however the main purpose of the website is to connect users with coupons to use for medication from pharmacy vendors. Disclaimer:
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There is a lot to learn about Hemp Seed Oil (HSO). The main reason why I wanted to cover it was that there is a lot of misinformation about the product. It is not hard to find hemp in food products.
It is dang easy to find claims or promises of calm or relaxation. People that have an anxiety condition are prime suckers for dark side entrepreneurs. Ignorance helps them to take advantage and money. Or worse, place your health at risk. If you know the core basics, you might still be anxious but you will be an informed consumer. To summarize: The oil is legal on the federal level, provided the seeds and the resultant product contains less than 0.3% THC or psych-active properties. Those states with legalized hemp and marijuana laws permit the sale of this product. Other states do not and it will be up to you to know the difference. Hemp Seed Oil is good for a lot of things: * There is some nutritional value * Can be used for cold food recipes like salad dressings and other foods * Good for the hair, skin and nails
What it is not good for is treatment for anxiety symptoms. It does not have the properties to relax you or help you control your symptoms. So yeah, unless you or someone you know is operating under the power of the placebo. it isn't going to do much for you. However, in this episode, I talk about safe ways to obtain the product and pay a fair price. They are very similar to buying CBD oil.
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Resources Mentioned:
The U.S. Food Data Central Database has a branded search feature helps you to find products with hemp in them in the U.S. and NZ. It is one of the ways I found out about some of the U.S. oil vendors. U.S. Food and Drug Administration wants you to understand what it means when you see something that states it is FDA approved. They have an FAQ page.
I'm not linking to these vendors. They are for example purposes only. I do want to show examples of vendors that can be found in brick and mortar stores, direct to vendor websites or at third party vendor websites. Manitoba Harvest Organic Hemp Seed Oil, has a website for both U.S. and Canadian customers. The company has both hemp and CBD products and shipping to all states for the oil. They have recipes and information about the product.
Nutiva also has a website, but you won’t find HSO under oils but under seeds. Has a store locator which might help you find it locally and the do have shipping.
Foods Alive’s website also has a store locator and shipping.
Knwble Grwn Pure Hemp Seed Oil - this is a company or subsidiary that belong to multinational food corporation ADM aka The Archer-Daniels-Midland corporation. You cannot purchase from the site but you can see an example of when cannabis becomes legal they will be in the game.
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One of the things that I have learned about considering using hemp seed oil and CBD oil is that you need a lot of information.
Information about the laws in your states. Is cannabis legal where I live? What do I want it for? Physical pain relief, a sleep aid or something to chill the anxiety symptoms down?
Where do I go for credible, factual information? This has been one of the hardest aspect of putting these episodes together. So, being a birth frugalista, I looked at it from a shopper's perspective. There is some information from a post from the National Center of Complimentary and Integrative Health page on Cannabis (Marijuana) and Cannabinoids: What You Need To Know It is factual but a lot more research has to be done and it can't happen until cannabis is federally legalized.
There are advocacy organizations but most look like sales literature as opposed to providing consumer information. Reams of pages about the laws except that the laws are changing even as I type this script. Flim Flam Frankies and the folks that create duplicate websites with 100s different names hope to heaven you land on them. They will promise you the world. Do not give those people your money. The first goal for those of us that are considering buying CBD oil is buying safely and getting what you paid for. If you haven’t already and you are new to this, please review the episodes on how it is made and the uses for hemp seed oil and CBD oil. In this episode, going to the supermarket to get some CBD Oil. Oh, one more thing. I tend to use market, supermarket and store interchangeably. It has a different meaning to the MBA and financial folks. In the episode, I will say retail, retail market or market. I mean the retail brick and mortar stores. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Post on Very Well Health on Procrastination: Causes, Types, and How to Overcome It
U.S. Food and Drug Administration page on Is It Really FDA Approved? The National Council of State Legislators seems to have a current activity list of the current cannabis laws in the United States. The laws are in flux. It is crazy making.
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As I mention in the show, it is easy to get sucker-fied when it comes to purchasing hemp seed oil or CBD oil. There is a lot of flim-flam operators in the marketplace.
We have a vulnerability to want to find anything that can help us cope. If you are seeking for alternatives for traditional opiate medication it seems like it is an option. But if you don’t know the basics, you can lose time, money and an possible effective treatment source. My intention is to find a way to get to the basic information needed to make an informed decision. It is easy to find the junk and too dang hard to find viable, credible information. Deep breath. This is a small effort to find alternatives. Alternative does not necessarily mean safer. Again, start with identifying the basics For those of us that had actual critical thinking classes this means: * What is it? * What is it made of or how is it process? * Who is doing what and why? * Who is doing the opposite? * Why and what are the benefits and risk? * What is in it for them? * What is in it for you?
In this episode the actual uses of Hemp Seed Oil and CBD Oil.
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Resources Mentioned:
From Findlaw.com which is a web publication of Thompson/Reuters, 2019 Marijuana Possession Laws by State.
Cannabis and CBD for Health and Wellness: An Essential Guide for Using Nature's Medicine to Relieve Stress, Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Inflammation, and More by Aliza Sherman and Junella Chin M.D. The link is to the Kindle version of the book. From Workman Press, A Woman's Guide to Cannabis: Using Marijuana to Feel Better, Look Better, Sleep Better–and Get High Like a Lady by Nikki Furrer. There is also an audiobook version for those that want to listen as they process information. NIH Office of Dietary Supplements Fact Sheet on Omega 3 Fatty Acids. There might be better sources than hemp. But it is an option. Very Well Mind has a page on some of the Potential Side Effects of CBD.
From the National Center of Complimentary and Integrative Health Cannabis (Marijuana) and Cannabinoids: What You Need To Know, last updated in 2019.
Related Post What is Hemp Seed Oil and CBD Oil? What is Serotonin? Brain Health and Nutritional Support
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I want folks to make an informed decision. Before you can make a decision you need facts, research and resources.
There is a lot of hokum about hemp seed oil and CBD oil. Both are oils that come from the hemp plant. They are not the same. They service different populations and purposes. In this episode, a look at what is hemp seed oil and CBD oil. There was an interesting conversation about the original 2005 formulation of Four Loco. It was a fortified beer that had a lot of caffeine in it. It also came in fruit flavors. And wormwood, can't forget about the wormwood.
On Twitter there were people telling their stories about drinking half a can and then being tore up for the rest of the night. Other people mentioning that not only did they drink a can of Four Loco but had a vodka chaser. The word blackout was often used. This is when reading becomes fundamental. Not that it would have stopped any teen or college freshman from gulping it down but maybe reading that the drink had caffeine and a percentage of booze might have slowed or stopped a few of them sipping 24 ounces/709ml of trouble. Which is my I want to talk about Hemp Seed Oil. It will not make you sick like the original Four Loko. But there are "opportunistic" people who want to exact money from you based on ignorance. Resources Mentioned:
From CBS News This Morning, a story about Cecil Jackson who has agoraphobia.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America video about Overcoming Agoraphobia on YouTube.
PepsiCo Rockstar Unplugged Product Information page
PBS NewsHour page on Is CBD legal? Here’s what you need to know, according to science. It is a good starting point of information.
Consumer Reports.org posts on CBD Goes Mainstream and How to Shop for CBD. Your can also check out their main guide page on all of the other articles they have written about CBD. Related Posts
Alcohol and Serotonin Brain Health and Nutritional Support What's the Deal with Magnesium?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.
This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
I want folks to make an informed decision. Before you can make a decision you need facts, research and resources.
There is a lot of hokum about hemp seed oil and CBD oil. Both are oils that come from the hemp plant. They are not the same. They service different populations and purposes. In this episode, a look at what is hemp seed oil and CBD oil. There was an interesting conversation about the original 2005 formulation of Four Loco. It was a fortified beer that had a lot of caffeine in it. It also came in fruit flavors. And wormwood, can't forget about the wormwood.
On Twitter there were people telling their stories about drinking half a can and then being tore up for the rest of the night. Other people mentioning that not only did they drink a can of Four Loco but had a vodka chaser. The word blackout was often used. This is when reading becomes fundamental. Not that it would have stopped any teen or college freshman from gulping it down but maybe reading that the drink had caffeine and a percentage of booze might have slowed or stopped a few of them sipping 24 ounces/709ml of trouble. Which is my I want to talk about Hemp Seed Oil. It will not make you sick like the original Four Loko. But there are "opportunistic" people who want to exact money from you based on ignorance. Resources Mentioned:
From CBS News This Morning, a story about Cecil Jackson who has agoraphobia.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America video about Overcoming Agoraphobia on YouTube.
PepsiCo Rockstar Unplugged Product Information page
PBS NewsHour page on Is CBD legal? Here’s what you need to know, according to science. It is a good starting point of information.
Consumer Reports.org posts on CBD Goes Mainstream and How to Shop for CBD. Your can also check out their main guide page on all of the other articles they have written about CBD. Related Posts
Alcohol and Serotonin Brain Health and Nutritional Support What's the Deal with Magnesium?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
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Still on my summer slowdown. This is the seventh year of the podcast. Yeah, seven whole years of the show. The good, bad and WTF? There are new things that are going to be happening behind the curtain, like creating shorter more focused episodes on a specific topic, concept or resource. Which means I can take my time on the longer one and not try to jam everything into one episode. I can tell you that in the mental health space change is coming as fast as a Japanese speed train. Access to care is being a challenge but there are governments, entrepreneurs and other folks that are trying to help or disrupt the system. Exciting times doesn't begin to cover it. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: U.S. National Library of Medicine MedlinePlus page has details about magnesium. And for you folks in the OZ and NZ space, there is a lengthy page from Australian Government Ministry of Health page about magnesium. Prior Episodes: Show 215 Magnesium for Symptom Relief Show 092 What is the Deal with Magnesium? Disclaimer:
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It is late and I typed out a long passage about how entrepreneurs and corporation looking to boost revenue are looking at the U.S. dysfunctional health system.
And that page got eaten by the spiritual gremlins of mischief. So this is the short version. AmazonCare is a new virtual healthcare service from Amazon. It provides primary care, pharmaceuticals, some diagnostic services and, in my opinion, mental healthcare lite.
Before you hippity hop over to the site you should know that someone is squatting on the .com domain. Don’t go there. The correct address is Amazon.Care If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at either 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The AmazonCare web site - currently it is Amazon.Care. The .com version is domain squatted. The Ginger website with information for consumers or businesses that would like to contract with the service. The HBO series John Oliver's Last Week Tonight episode on Mental Health care. It is a dilly and you can watch the episode on YouTurbe. The Body Keeps the Score, Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. published in 2015 by Penguin Random House. The book is available as a book, ebook and audiobook. Disclaimer:
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This is an Anxiety Road Podcast pebble in the road with a quick look at the book called The Body Keeps the Score Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of trauma by By Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.
Published by Penguin Random House. This book is about how trauma affects the body and mind.
I know many of you don’t believe that your anxiety is trauma based. And you are telling the truth. If that is the case for you, skip this recommendation and be on your way.
However, if you suspect or flat out know that trauma is one of the reasons for your condition then you might want to give this book a try.
Resources Mentioned:
The Body Keeps the Score, Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. published in 2015 by Penguin Random House. The book is available as a book, ebook and audiobook. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
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I hate giving up but sometimes a retreat is necessary. Wish I could go to a retreat but that ain't happening. I know when I'm licked and I'm licked. Not one but two computers have me on the ropes ducking punches. So this is just a brief update of what's going on with me. And what's going to be happening for the next couple of weeks. So in housekeeping news, I'm on summer slowdown mode until September. Between my old computer dying on me and my new computer not recognizing my microphone the way I needed to recognize my microphone. And it sounds like I have a sore throat. It's only because I've recorded the same episode on hoarding 10 times and gotten really progressively bad results. I am going to take a break and give up the fight and really figure out how I'm going to make this work. So, I plan to come back. Fairly soon to put up a proper episode, but for right now, I'm stumped. I'm going to go do something nice for myself and get out of this chair. I'll talk to you sometime in the future. Not too far away, I do wanna put up a proper episode, but today's not going to be that day. I'll catch you next time on the anxiety road.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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I'm having some technical difficulties and having trouble getting a full episode out. So I just thought I'd do this little quick episode.
This is just a quick informational post on traveling with your medications. There is some concern that allegedly there are some agents that are confiscating medication.
Below is the link to the official TSA.gov webpage where they publicly states that you are allowed to bring your pill medication on board either in your carry-on or luggage. There is the text of that statement and the reality of having an agent or two publicly try to take or embarrass you from your medications. You will have to make some hard judgements on what to do to maintain your safety. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Official TSA.gov webpage on traveling with your medications. Official TSA YouTube channel. This link is to a video on traveling with a disability, medications and options for processing. Disclaimer:
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In this episode, a look at some of the words that get confused with hoarding.
I mentioned that there are U.S.and UK television programs about hoarding. Also, there are multiple Youtube channels where a young person buys a the contents or acquires a hoarders property to find hidden treasures and money. There is also a sub-genre of professional housekeepers being paid to clean the home. I can't forget that there is or was a person attached to their possessions. Sure, if the person is deceased and the property has to be cleared for the next occupant, fair game. But if it is a living person they need treatment and support. It won't work otherwise. But as long as it is a money making freak show, I don't see that aspect of the cleaning happening in the broadcast and cable programs. Long before the house is touched, you have to reach the actual person with a team approach to treatment. That is hard. It might not even happen because some folks are in too deep. Not saying you need their approval to continue living in un-sanitary conditions. That is a public health situation and action has to happen.
But treatment isn't about just siting in a therapist's office. Sometimes you have to be in the room with 10 cans of baked beans from 1994. And helping that person let go one can at a time.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The Lifetime cable movie mention is Dirty Little Secret with Melisa Joan Hart.
MHealth Intelligence article about Cerebral and a link to the WSJ article FTC Launches Probe of Cerebrals Business Practices that is behind a paywall. Seth J. Gillhan PhD has a list of 5 Proven Techniques to Deal with Panic Attack. The list is on Psychology Today.
The International Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation has a page asking the lyrical question, "Do I Have a Hording Disorder?" Also on the IOCDF site is a Clutter Rating Scale
And the Mayo Clinic has a couple of pages on their take on Hoarding Disorder.
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I think when I was starting out, I probably would not have considered Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I was really focused on stopping my symptoms and I was not the introspective person. More bullheaded and introspective. I was much more focused on making my symptoms stop. While doing the things that caused them in the first place. I can tell you, that's probably not the way to go, but I had to learn from experience as opposed to from intellect. It was a rough road. In this episode, a look at Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The Anatomy of Anxiety, Understanding and Overcoming the Body's Fear Response by Ellen Vora. Link leads to the publisher Harper Collin's page of the book.
Psych Hub video about ACT Timothy Gordon aka Zen Social Worker video on What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)? Verywell Mind comprehensive post on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. From the How American Psychological Association there is a therapist locator page as well as a page on How Do I Find a Good Therapist?
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Before talking about Dialectical Behavior Therapy, I want to give a brief reminder of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy aka CBT.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a short term treatment that provides skills on how to transform negative thoughts and behaviors. Traditionally, CBT is offered to people with an anxiety disorder, depression and other mental health conditions. There are a number ways to do this but the general format is to: * Assess where you are right now. * What is your view of yourself, your attitude about yourself and how you function with those beliefs. * Skills and tool building process to help you deal with your symptoms and other blocks you experience.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a variation of CBT, the goals are the same but there are some differences. DBT was originally created as treatment for suicide treatments, Borderline Personality Disorder, then eating disorders, some types of addictions and is now used for PTSD and anxiety conditions. It is actionable focus, meaning you actively apply the skills and techniques as you learn them. There is a connection with mindfulness. There is also a focus on acceptance and finding ways to change what you can to improve the quality of your life.. In this episode, a review of CBT and a brief dusting on the concepts of DBT.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
ADAA video on What is DBT? You can view it on YouTube or the ADAA website.
From Humor That Works the 5 Daily Habits app for both Android and iOS. Simple app but gets the job done. Works on older devices and it is a totally free app.
Everyday Health page on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Very Well Mind page on Dialectical Behavior Therapy
DBT-LBC.org is a website that has a listing of certified DBT therapists in the US and Canada. The site also has an information page about dialectical behavior therapy
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Sometimes we look for the thing to deal with our symptoms. The thing that is hard to get, access or is expensive. Or requires another person for delivery. Not that kind of delivery, the whole structural system of good, services, materials and processing type of delivery. Not to mention that we all another person to do something. Anyway, We are looking for the thing that knocks some sense into our symptoms. We look but we don't always see the thing right in our homes or refrigerators. Water. the TL:DR version is you need to water your brain.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Sacramento Bee article on Kaiser Permanente and The California Department of Health. Hawaii Public Radio post on the strike action of Kaiser behavioral health workers.
From Mental Health UK, a short post on Diet and Mental Health. U.S. Centers for Disease Control page on the amount of sugar in beverages.
The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health page on Energy Drinks
Cleveland Clinic webpage on What The Color of Your Pee Says About You Australian Health Direct page on Urine Colour Chart
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The verbal poison for profit business that is coursing through the system is killing people. Both passively and in actuality. And I can tell you from experience that the let’s pretend balm of dismissing this as a mental health issue has been put into play. Or a one-off action of a lonely man. Sometimes all you can do is state the obvious. We are alive. And you can take pride that being alive pisses the hell out of a bunch of people. We have a purpose. To get well, be healthy and chip away to make our spot of the planet a bit easier for the next generation. This is just a message. It is gonna get messy. Take care of yourself and one other. More if you are up to it.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Psychology Today post on 10 Anxious Behaviors That May Actually Be Trauma Responses Tabitha Brown video on Your are still here via YouTube.
If you live in the United States, you can get free Covid Home Tests via the page set up by USPS.com. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
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There isn't one path to healing. There can be dozens but when you are in the thick of it you only care about what works now. So you might decide, you have stuff to do, you don't have time for introspections, give me the pill. And it might work for you. Until it doesn't. Or your symptoms change. Or your anxiety expresses itself as anger. Or overeating. Or hording. It can happen that you do meditation. You monitor your nutrition. You run a mile a day. And your symptoms still make you feel like a scared, helpless person. Treatment isn't always linear. You might need to mix it up. In this episode a look at two books that are very different from each other. Both offer a path to healing and treatment. It might work for you, it might not. But these are accessible options to consider.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Brown University Robert J. & Nancy D. Carney Institute for Brain Science, a news article about Mechanical Affective Touch Therapy (MATT)
For those of you that want to check out the trial evaluation there is an open article Mechanical Affective Touch Therapy for Anxiety Disorders: Effects on Resting State Functional Connectivity on Science Direct that gives the details of the trial testing and results.
Dushka Zapata For All I Know; A Shebang Checklist for Life. You can find most of her writing for free on Quora but she does have books for sale at Amazon. The ABCS of Coping Using CBT to Manage Stress and Anxiety by James Cowart Ph.D. published by Crown House Publishing. You can visit the publishers web site or order the book via your favorite book vendor.
Author Matt Haig 2014 post on Reasons to Stay Alive.
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It is May it is U.S. version of Mental Health Awareness Month. Treating mental health concerns is just as important to treat as conditions for physical health.
The need for mental health care is needed across all levels of society. Neither poverty nor wealth should be a barrier to access quality mental health treatment.
Suicide is not something I want to talk about.
I always want to focus on what you can do.
Finding resources and keep putting that foot in front of the other. Rest when you need to but keep on going.
In this episode, a quick look at the some of the symptoms of entering the darkest of places.
Anxiety symptoms are pesky. We spend a lot of time trying to deal with them. In addition to our daily task duties and responsibilities. In this episode, I want to share a few tips that can restore a sense of stability and calm. I don't want to turn anyone into a time robot. There are some evil time technological oppressors that are rising in the workforce or the corporate marketplace. Those buggers are trying to find ways to micro manage folks working from home. This episode is about using time to help you get things done. What I am talking about is finding the mental shift necessary to make you existence calmer or more relaxed. These are concepts, not instructions. It is how to eat the elephant of work you have to do in smaller pieces of time. Work on a task for five minutes a day, five days a week is 25 minutes a week. This could be much better than trying to crunch it the last day that it is due. It is about reframing time to match your needs. Resources Mentioned:
Bearable, an app that helps you to track not only your symptoms, but food, activity, and sleep patterns. You get a visible display on how you are doing. Runs on Android and iOs
Unf*ck Your Habitat: You’re Better than Your Mess by Rachel Hoffman. Sure, buy the book but you can get a lot of good info at her website. Jim Donovan's Rhythmic Stress Relief: Stopwatch Tap Technique Bone easy to do and will help you to bring your anxiety down a notch or two.
From Very Well Mind, Find More Time in a Busy Schedule for Less Stress. The word "no" is very important.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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This is a pebble in the road about the definitions of dreams, bad dreams and nightmares. If you are an highly anxious person this is one of many possible symptoms of stress and anxiety that you might experienced. Vivid dreams and nightmares can be a sign of anxiety symptom. Or not. It could be just your brains way of taking out the neural trash floating around the joint. But you might have a different cultural or social way of understanding dreams. That is ok. It is important to recognize that your relationship with dreams and nightmares are your experience. How you deal with them is also your experience. One that with the right information and context might give you the tools to control there appearance or doing the work on finding an effective treatment. This episode only deals with what dreams and nightmares are, potential causes and triggers of the rascals and a resource or two to help you learn more about it. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Brain Basics Understanding Sleep National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Dreams: What They Mean & Psychology Behind Them via Sleep Association.org Nightmares: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Sleep Diary and Journals National Sleep Foundation Sleep Diary National Health Service (UK) Sleep Diary MyHealth/Alberta, Canada Sleep Journal
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Not all anxiety, workbooks are created equal or even readable. Many of them are designed to be used with a therapist or our therapist directed. If you flip to a random page and can't figure out or understand what the heck they're talking about, that might not be the right workbook. There are a number self-directed anxiety workbook that are specifically designed so that you, as the consumer can work through your issue without a therapist.
You can gain similar information as if you were in a therapy session. But only if you actually use the workbook. Owning it and looking at it from time to time will not work. Some of the workbooks in the marketplaced are pretty bad. Some of them are okay. And some of them actually achieve the goal of being able to convey information in plain English and have a workable means of you trying to deal with your problems by yourself. So I have three anxiety workbooks to share with you. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Your Anxiety Beast and You: A Compassionate Guide to Living in an Increasingly Anxious World by Eric Goodman, Ph.D. You also can find the workbook on many online book vendors. There is a preview version at Google Books.
The Anxiety Skills Workbook Simple CBT and Mindfulness Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety, Fear, and Worry by Stefan G. Hofmann. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools and techniques. You can read a sample chapter of the workbook on Google Books.
Don't F-cking Panic by Kelsey Darragh, published by Thought Catalog Books. This is a workbook from one of the folks on the road, trying to helps the newbies and tried so many times what is the point folks. Plain English and sometimes profane English. If cussing bothers you, this isn't the book for you.
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This is a pebble in the road about some of the free resources that are out there for people that have an anxiety condition or disorder. While we're trying to obtain services and hopefully work our way through the process sometimes the people that we encountered don't have the kind of information that we need. There are resources that we can take advantage of from the anxiety and mental health websites via brochures and tips sheets. You can download these docs on your phone or tablet for reading. Desktop folks you can read on screen as well. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Anxiety and Depression Association of America resource page on anxiety disorders. Some of the documents have been translated into other languages.
National Institute of Mental Health Publications about Anxiety Disorders. There are documents in English and Spanish.
Anxiety Canada also has a resource page of downloadable documents for parents, students and others needing assistance.
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This episode is about a rock, actually a crystal, that caused me to think about the multiple times a day someone is trying to sell me something. A thing they think I want. Or need.
And if I am vulnerable, like I might just want that scoop of designer ice cream as an adventure in tasting, I'll go along with the bit.
Men's shaving and grooming kits. Not so much. That happens if I'm watching a wood crafting or male garden videos. Or non-political preppers.
There are such people and what they are doing is important. But I don't need to see a bunch of fear based ads on the collapse of the world unless I fork up money for dehydrated food.
Anyway, there are people and companies salivating about the mental health marketplace. I get pitches all of the time from drug rehab companies, therapists from other countries, and public relations people who prove that seven out of ten times they are not reading or listening.
It seems researching is not a fundamental part of their profession. Maybe that is a bit harsh. Let's put it this way. The competent ones know not to send me a pitch for an interview. Dancing at the headbanging ball, I tell you. Anyway, this episode is about being cautious about the claims of products, services and entities claiming to aid you in your quest to do something about your anxiety symptoms. Don't let the Instagram fool you. Just cuz you see it on Esty does not make it a safe purchase. One major point I'd like to emphasis; count the number of condition the product claims to treat. Are they related? Most time it claims to fix everything from foot pain to face acne. And you know that isn't possible. You don't go to the foot doctor for a sunburn on you face.
At least, I hope you don't. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission there is Scamwatch. Does a good job of explaining how a scam works. One of the items mentioned is that the treatment is effective against a range of unrelated conditions. From the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, there is a page on 6 Tip-offs to Rip-offs: Don't Fall for Health Fraud Scams. There is also a FDA there is a searchable database on known fraud products. You can type in a search for anxiety, depression or almost any health condition and a list of problem products will appear. Disclaimer:
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There are a lot of grounding techniques but one of the most accessible is to breathe. Specifically deep breathing. Breathing is a
I went to the eye doctor to get my eyes checked. Unlike the dentist, I'm much more calm about the examination. I want my eyes taken care of and make sure they get what they need. I'm an active participant. I can gamify the target test. It doesn't mean I'm not anxious, but I don't have as many triggers to set off an alarm. And I can use some grounding techniques to handle the examination. Grounding has multiple meanings depending on the context but what I mean by it is a technique that you can use to lovingly call your brain activity back to normal. It is a way to center yourself back to an internal safe place. Note the use of the word "lovingly". Yelling at your internal self to cut the crap and be normal will not work. The part of you that is freaking out cannot hear or understand verbal commands. In this episode, a very easy method to practice deep breathing for grounding.
Resources Mentioned:
Healthy Mind Innovations has a free app for meditation and relaxation skills called Healthy Mind Program app. It is available in the Google Play Store and on the Apple iOS store.
The University of Rochester Medical Center has a video on the 5,4, 3,2, 1 Hand on Heart Anxiety Reduction Technique. Verywell Mind has a full post about PTSD grounding techniques , and some of the methods you can use to help bring it down a notch or two.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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Some symptoms are hidden inside the body. And some symptoms are very visible. There are different reasons why people pick at their skin and not everyone that does. This has an anxiety condition. There are some skin conditions like acne that causes folks to pick at it. They shouldn't, but their skin condition is caused by an organic physical problem with. And then there are those that cannot be ignored. It is a self-inflicted visualization of a problem. This is a quick pebble in the road, just the facts and where you can find help and assistance.
Resources Mentioned:
The International OCD Foundation page on Skin-Picking aka Excoriation. This website has a lot of information about the various forms of OCD and OCD Spectrum disorders.
Pick Me Foundation has a skill management page to help folks learn skills and techniques on handing their symptoms. Merck Manual has a patient accessible guide to the disorder that will give you a basic understanding of the disorder and how it can relate to anxiety and depression. The TLC Foundation for Body Focus Repetitive Behaviors has a directory of therapists that have been trained on treating the disorder. They also have a resource page with help and support. You can download their booklet on BFRB on treatment guidelines. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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It happens that I start in on an idea and think I've done my research. Only to get whacked in the head about a question I did not ask. Like how to find the specific vendor on a state website. For example, I start to think about the episode and then a thought came into my head. "How are they supposed to do that?" And because I'm hardheaded and I don't listen to the spirits from up on high, I respond that they should go to their mental health or behavioral health board in their state. Then the spirits from up on high say, "you better double check that." I'm hard-headed, but I'm not stupid. I got humbled right quick. There are some states to provide mental health services and resources to the public. Every nook and cranny of their website has resources and plain English explanations. There are other states that work as a conduit between public and private resources. But when it comes to seeking licensing info, it may not be a state mental health site you need to be. Some of the states have their licensing information in an entirely different site. But there are ways to find and obtain the information. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: From the U.S. White House, Fact Sheet President Biden to Announce Strategy to Address Our National Mental Health Crisis, As Part of Unity Agenda in his First State of the Union
Open Counseling is a non-profit website that provides a page to find out how to locate a behavioral health or therapist license search page. the Look Up A Therapist's License - A State by State Guide contains a list of the various board names and licensing departments.
Anxiety and Depression Association of American Find a Therapist page. Also on the ADAA site is an infographic on what to ask a potential therapist. Open Path Psychotherapy Collective has a listing of providers from across the country
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There is a lot of craptastical thinking about therapy. Everything from religion is therapy to “put this device on your wrist and use our app and bingo-bango, you are cured. Fear and confusion running amuck, and that is mainly from the people who don’t have the medical form of an anxiety condition or disorder giving advice. An episode or so ago I wrote about the treatment option of medication. The choice and responsibility of using it or not using medication. In this episode a look at what is therapy and some of the resources available. Resources Mentioned: Mental Health America article on What is Therapy? Description of the process, list some of the types of therapy and things to consider when seeking a therapist.
U.S. National Institute of Mental Health page on Psychotherapy, brief description of therapy process and listing of type of therapy options.
National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) also has a post on therapy options. Helpguide.org on Finding a Therapist Who Can Help You Heal with sound advice about selecting a therapist. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
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Burnout is when it is really hard to put two sentences together and have them make sense. Burnout is all you want to do is stay in bed under the covers. Because it is safe. They can't get to you there. Except that you can't. You have to go to work, do that thing. Complete the task. Make nice to people who may or may not deserve it. Dr. Candance Good in a post on Psychology Today states: "Burnout was common before the pandemic. But now pile on two years of uncertainty, civil unrest, irritability in the political climate, disruptions in work and childcare, and fear. These circumstances can trigger a stress reaction in our bodies; burnout is the physical reaction to that stress." In this short episode, a word or two about burnout.
Resources Mentioned:
Helpguide.org page on Burnout, Prevention and Treatment.
Candace Good MD, M.D. post on Psychology Today on Why Self-Care Is Not Enough to Beat Burnout
Burnout is real. Here’s how to spot it—and recover. article on PopSci by Isobel Whitcomb The Conversation - How to recover from burnout and chronic work stress – according to a psychologist
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There is an attempt, a progress or reintegration taking place found in small pockets of modern medicine. Some of our national health systems are looking at it, but not near enough now. Sure. There are things that don't require a mental health therapist. You accidentally break your leg and you need a cast and maybe physical therapy. No mental health professional required. But for mind and body problems, maybe there should be a stronger connection and support system. This would require a far better health system than we have in the United States of America. I cannot speak to other places. I know other countries they have non-toxic accessible physical health care systems. I don't know if that's the same for mental health, so let's go on and get to it. So after you get your confirmation that you have a medically diagnosed anxiety conditioner disorder, you have a lot of information and decisions to make. What are you supposed to do? And what can you do? Resources Mentioned: To learn about the types of medications that are currently prescribed by doctors you can visit the consumer version of Merck Manuals. To find non-medical ways of treatment, Helpguide.org has an information page about anxiety conditions. Their orientation is non-medical first, medicine only if it is truly warranted. If you have decided that medication is an option for you but you are having trouble locating a psychiatrist there is a service called Cerebral. The service a medication dispensing service that connects you to a doctor and a person that will monitor your progress. Cerebral works as a stand alone consumer service or you might be able to use it as part of your insurance plan. This is currently a U.S. only vendor at the moment. Cerebral also has a therapy only option, you can check out the FAQ on the vendor's website. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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Ok, I talk to much and then frustrated when I have to edit. Trying to think with an exhausted brain. I pulled out the section on this new fangled service and will post it as quickly as I can. Still working on chopping the main topic down. I have a mental block about it. Like I so want to get it right that I'm mucking it up. Resources Mentioned:
To find out the best practices for selecting an U.S. online pharmacy the Food and Drug Administration has a page on Considering an Online Pharmacy? If you want to check out the website for the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company to find out how the service operates and is it an option for you.
Have you had your #walkingtherapy today?
It's good for you you know? Just 30 minutes can elevate your mood & improve your overall health 💚 https://t.co/l4ZiG66vDl pic.twitter.com/7yOG9mIHIK— Julia Bradbury💙 (@JuliaBradbury) January 27, 2022
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The headline version for 2022 is medication, therapy, nutrition, body support and environment. Yes, I’ve changed things up just a bit. But before we can get to that, I feel that we need to have an understanding about symptoms. Most people tend to think of treatment as getting rid of their symptoms. Totally valid. And understandable. I know I felt that way, if I could just get rid of the bug-a-boos, I could get back to normal. It reflects we have been taught about health and health care. Take the pill, apply the spray, cover it up and move along. The dictionary meaning symptoms is defined as subjective evidence of disease or physical disturbance or something that indicates the presence of bodily disorder. Your symptoms are indicators that there is a problem, and your mind and body are asking you to figure it out. There is more in this week's episode. Resources Mentioned: From Anxiety Centre post on Can Anxiety Symptoms Change?
Anxiety Network page on Physical (Somatic) Symptom Shifting
Recognizing and easing the physical symptoms of anxiety via Harvard Health US National Institute of Mental Health page on Anxiety Disorders
ADAA.org brochure on Treating Anxiety Disorders
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Not all treatment plans are the same. What works for Betty will not work for Veronica before I can do that. I need to start at a place.
Many people won't start a treatment unless they recognize that they need to make a change. I like to refer to this as the, "What The Hell phase." In this episode, more about the What the Hell phase and the Oh, Snap phase that happens before you start your healing journey.
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Resources Mentioned:
Helpguide.org page on Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Attacks The UK charity Mind.org.uk has a 23 page downloadable PDF about anxiety and panic attacks. Also on Helpguide, a page where you can access different types of meditations. Disclaimer:
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I know that some of you are in a really bad spot. You're looking for an answer, a short way out of your problems and, and your predicaments. Some of you openly declare that you don't have time for this thing and what it dealt with quick, fast, and in a hurry. I do understand. I was in your shoes too. There was so much, I didn't know about having a mental health. There are people and companies that want to take advantage of that ignorance. There are others that really don't understand that being drowsy doesn't truly help when you are dealing with a mental health condition. You have to look at nutrition, environmental stressors, possibly past trauma. Are you lonely? Grieving a lost? Or knowing that this isn't the life you envisioned for yourself? No one medication can fix that kind of hurt and pain. Medication can help for a limited time. But it has to be the right stuff for you and your body. In this episode, a look at over the counter medication, and specifically antihistamines. I also have a housekeeping item that I have concerns about the future of non-invasive podcasting. As many of you know, I do not accept advertising or affiliate marketing type income. I feel that it would be a conflict of interest for me to speak about a treatment option or service only to have an ad about a competitor pop up. Some of the services that carry the podcast will have an ad in front of or at the end of the show. I have no control over the ad, type of add or placement. There is a new technology coming down the road where ads with a photo can be injected into an audio podcast. My understanding is that Spotify is very interested in that tech, but the others will follow. I guess you can call them ad-based audiograms. Anyway, it makes me sad. The places and platforms where you can exchange information without ad intrusions are shrinking. I'm not anti-advertising. I'm anti-being besieged by the constant commandment to buy, buy and buy some more. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: State of Florida bill that will study the use of alternative medication for anxiety conditions. Can Benadryl be used for Anxiety? Post from VeryWell Mind, providing clear reasons for and risks about using it. Medline Plus information page on Diphenhydramine, what it is, the accepted uses for the product and warnings about side effects. National Health Service UK information page on Diphenhydramine Antihistamines: Understanding Your OTC Options from the Family Doctor.org. Disclaimer:
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Sorry folks, having technical computer problems. Working on resolving them. The next episode will be about Over the Counter medication, and one in particular that is making the rounds as a way to deal with symptoms.
The short version is just because you can stick in your mouth doesn't mean you should.
Probably will be the weekend before I can fix this rascal.
Denial is not good or bad. It is a defense mechanism. When you don't want to deal with the scary or hard thing.
Especially when it seems that thing is so big.
So dangerous.
Humans will do all kinds of things to avoid pain. Including accepting a small amount of pain to delay the bigger potential pain.
Doesn't have to be real.
Doesn't even have to have a direct connection to you. In this episode, a look at denial.
Resources Mentioned: The ABCS of Coping with Anxiety: Using CBT to Manage Stress and Anxiety, James Cowart, Ph.D from Crown House Publishing. You can also find it on Amazon and other book vendors.
Taking Control of Anxiety: Small Steps for Getting the Best of Worry, Stress, and Fear by Bret A. Moore, Living with Anxiety, a 48-page PDF from MentalHealth.org.uk
20 Common Defense Mechanisms Used for Anxiety from VeryWell Mind. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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This podcast has always talked about treatment options and resources. I always will. And sometimes that includes talking about uncomfortable things. Or boring things, things so boring they make your eyes glaze over. This is definitely true cuz I have been known to go long winded. But if this helps you in your treatment process or understand possible resources process, I'll do it. Because that episode that you cut off after four minutes might be the one you come back to a year from now. It happens. My intent is to be respectful. I might slip up on that. If I don't catch it in the editing process then I will have to own up to it. I have my own opinions and biases. My intent is to be informative with viable, and authoritative sources. You can agree with them or disagree. That is your choice. I need to do this because someone I don't know needs to know this information. If you don't need it or think it is a waste of time, then tune out. In this episode, some news items about accessing treatment. It isn't good news but you do need to know why trying to find help is even harder than before the pandemic.
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Resources Mentioned: Column from the Washington Post called The pandemic could drive another national health crisis, GAO warns: Anxiety. For our oversees folks, the GAO is the Government Accountability Office. The actual report from GAO Highlights GAO-22-104437 goes deep into who and what populations are affected. The New Your Times Well section "We Surveyed 1,320 Therapists, and the News Isn’t Good" The story is behind a paywall. From California Take Action 4 Mental Health site, downloadable Understanding the Spectrum of Mental Health PDF about how to have a better idea if you are in trouble or in the danger zone.
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No sane or crazy person would. But that doesn't stop the market place and the uninformed from saying stupid stuff.
This is a pebble in the road about what is depression. I'm thinking if I make enough pebbles, I'll get an episode out. It is hard when you have to fight for every single word. There are people writing articles, books and podcasts. Many of those people want you to spend money on thinking yourself out of the diagnosed version of depression. It doesn't work like that. One way to think about depression is being enveloped into a fog life of no highs, no lows just gray. Everything is gray. And that voice in the head that is telling you it will never get better because you aren't worth getting better. And you have to fight through that fog and that awful voice just to stay alive and prove it wrong. There are people you don't know who are doing wonderful things but they are fighting through the fog too. Some of them have stated they have the condition. Others keep it on the down low. Either way, it is a struggle. One of the resources that I mention in the episode is for the National Institute of Mental Health booklet on Depression. You can read it on their website or download the PDF version. Resources Mentioned: Helpguide.org post on Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs
National Institute of Mental Health booklet on Depression. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
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There are going to be a lot of tips, suggestions and survival posts about dealing with mental health problems the holidays. I don't normally do it because everyday to me is a struggle.
Some days it is very minor. Other days, it is a big deal. And then there is navigating life problems during a time of enforced hypocritical joy and happiness. The episode is about acknowledging the feelings. It is looking at what we can do even if there isn't anything we can do about the triggering situation. Yes, I have "issues." Here is the thing. They are my issues. I get to say to myself, "I am not feeling well. I don't like this. Corrections need to be made." Long time listeners know that I have dental phobia. I have to go to the dentist. No choice. No wiggle room or discussion. That makes me more anxious. I have to make decisions on how I need to do this that is safe for me. I have to let go of that which I cannot control. I can control who does the treatment. Knowing my options. Is it right for me? If so, make that appointment. If not, keep looking. I can be anxious and still reclaim my power.
So, yeah. This episode is about doing what you can to reclaim your power. Even when you feel sad, depressed or anxious.
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Resources Mentioned:
From NAMI, a post on Surviving Painful Holiday Emotions Very Well Mind post on Coping with Generalized Anxiety Disorder During the Holidays
ADAA.org write up on Managing Holiday Anxieties Dental Phobia Resources Tips from Mouth Healthy, from the American Dental Association. Dental Fear Central is an international non-profit organization for those that have dental fear and phobia. There is information, testimonials and a forum for asking questions. It is also a resource for dental professionals who would like to know more about how their patients feel about entering their office. Disclaimer:
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Last time I gave a very brief description of misdiagnosis and an example or two. This is a follow-up to last week’s pebble in the road. If you have a health, medical phobia or descriptions of medical conditions make you anxious, you might want to skip this episode. If you have cardiophobia, stop, do not go on, this is not the episode for you. Honestly, I got overwhelmed with the number of similarities between mental and physical health issues. Talk about information overload. So I thought about it and decided to break it up in manageable parts. Why didn’t I think about this last week? Because my tendency is to want to give the whole pizza pie instead of a slice. Except it isn’t pizza pie but lots and lot of words. It can be a bit much. Anyway, this time a quick look at the physical illnesses that can mimic anxiety symptoms. Resources Mentioned:
CNET video on a possible new treatment for severe depression via a brain implant.
2015 Psychiatric Times, Managing Anxiety in the Medically Ill.
Dr T. Jared Bunch, MD post on Everyday Health on Is It Anxiety or Heart Disease? Sometimes It's Hard to Tell the Difference.
From ADAA.org is a post on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with info about the interrelationship between the two conditions. Very Well Mind has a lot of information about panic attacks and IBS Creeky Joints on Anxiety and Arthritis: What Causes It, and 14 Healthy Ways to Cope U.S. Centers for Disease Control page on Diabetes and Mental Health If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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This is a quick pebble in the road about misdiagnosis. Ran out of time and have too much to talk about to do a half ass job. So think of this is just a short introduction to the topic of misdiagnosis.
Misdiagnosis can mean a couple of things. Like having a physical health problem but your doctor thinks it is an anxiety condition. Or you are treated for a physical problem and it really is an anxiety condition. Or you hit the trifecta of having a physical problem and you also have an anxiety condition. But wait, there is more. You could have a food allergy. You might be going through hormonal shifts (hello menopause!) Or a medication you are taking over the counter is producing a side effect. I could go on and on but like I said, I want to find a way to present the information without overwhelming or yakking on for too long.
I'll figure it out. Hopefully.
Resources Mentioned:
Determining Cause and Effect With Anxiety and Hemophilia by Shellye Horowitz via Hemophilia New Today Never let the dark voice convince you of that the dark is better than the light. Please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
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This is the podcast sharing the medical, behavioral health, meditation/relaxation and x=the unknown treatment options for those of us on the anxiety condition or disorder spectrum. Everything is a story. If you listen to enough marketing people, the story is what makes the sale. Craft a good story and then herd them doggies down the sales funnel to rake in the dollars. That concept isn’t necessarily wrong but it is being seriously corrupted by the venal passions of the money obsessed. Everything is a story. The story can help, hurt, heal or bring a sense of adventure. Sometimes all of it. And more. No amount of money can be more valuable than a story that heals and provides paths to understanding. Which is why in this episode, a look at social anxiety disorder also known as social phobia. Through the fictional lens of Mr. Arthur "Boo" Radley. Resources Mentioned:
From the National Institute of Mental Health, page and brochure to download Social Anxiety Disorder: More Than Just Shyness.
On the National Social Anxiety Center page there is a quiz that you can take to determine your level of social anxiety. On that site, there are also self-help videos about aspects of the condition.
Succeed Socially seems to be folks with mild to middling social anxiety. There is a lot of good information on the site but it might be more geared to develop skills not acquired in the past. However, there is also a specific page about social anxiety/phobia with the clinical definition and treatment options. The Social Skills Guidebook: Manage Shyness, Improve Your Conversations, and Make Friends, Without Giving Up Who You Are by Chris MacCleod, MSW. Perhaps this is good for folks Chis is generous, he/she/they do let you know that almost everything in the book is on the main website. However, if you find value in the information, chuck a tenner into the e-book coffer. The Andrew Kukes Foundation for Social Anxiety has a YouTube channel that contains interviews with people dealing with the condition and professionals offering tips and advice. ADAA.org has a seven-page brochure on Social Anxiety Disorder. Anxiety Canada has nine-page toolkit on Self Help Strategies for Social Anxiety. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
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Hi folks, this is a pebble in the road about finding helpful aids for a better sleep. Being the anxious folks that we are, sleep is not always obtainable or consistent. Especially if you are living the chaotic life. So there is this product called a Sleep Pod by a company called Hug Sleep. (I think, there may have been a name change) Oh, by the way this is not a sponsored or promotion product. Really more of my opinion about product that claims to help people sleep. How to describe this thing. To me, it looks like is a giant snuggly body sock for sleeping. So this is a quick look at the product.
Resources Mentioned: First off you might want to check out the original commercial for the product to see how it works. You can find it on YouTube. There is a Freakin Reviews of the Sleep Pod, and he didn’t like it. Fast Company has a review of the product and loved it. Then there is a on Gizmodo, not so much. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
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I don't know if you have experienced this but either people are telling you that you are overthinking, underthinking or not thinking in the right way. There are reams of books about how to think the "right" way.
Especially if you have an anxiety condition. And I know the depression folks catch double hell on it too. And let's not forget that freak flag that get's waived when someone expresses and opinion as fact and then when you try to educate or provide sources they accuse you of not having critical thinking skills. Or they really might not have a process to think critically. And they get pissed off that you do. Critical Thinking has been used as a weapon or a savior when it comes to anxiety treatment treatment. Most of the time by people who don't know jack about either one. In my opinion.
The basic process isn't hard to understand. The implementation depends on the person, your circumstances, education, and life experience. Critical thinking is a way to evaluate information and make an informed decision or find a solution. Resources Mentioned: Who You Were Before Trauma: by Luise Reddemann. English language version published by The Experiment, a division of Workman Publishing. To those of you that are hip, the ISBN is 9781615196166 Critical Thinking definition at Plato Standford Encyclopedia of Philosophy On the Dummies.com website you can find the book, Critical Thinking for Dummies. If you don’t want to buy the book there is a cheat sheet article that will give you the headline version. For those of you on the academic tip that cringed in my simplification, there is Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy description for a more academic version of the process. The Center for Critical Thinking is a non-profit organization that wants to add a fairness, empathetic aspect to the process. The center has where to begin page that is a good entry point. Brianna Weist has a post on Medium called Logic Lapses Are Giving You Chronic Anxiety If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
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There is a study reported by the medical journal The Lancet about the increase in levels of anxiety and depression during the pandemic. The first sentence in the report got me thinking.
Mental disorders are among the leading causes of the global health-related burden
I have to look up the meaning of burden because I've never thought of my anxiety as a burden. A thorn, a pain in the ass, or at best, this thing that I have but not a burden.
It has two meanings. a load, typically a heavy one. Or the main theme or gist of a speech, book, or argument. The Lancet is a UK publication and I'm an American bringing other meaning to the words used to describe mental health issues. At first, I took it as the world was burdened with people who have a mental health condition. Then I thought, maybe they mean the people that have a mental health condition that have the burden? I might be wrong about this, but I think this is the UK's English way of expressing a thesis statement. In this episode, a definition of depression and negative talk (or cognitive dissonance) symptoms when it comes to depression. Negative talk symptom isn’t the opposite of so-called happy or positive thoughts. It is a pattern of thinking that is designed to invalidate the worth of a person or their value to other people.
Resources Mentioned: Ad Age Mental Health is the Monumental Brief that Needs the Power of Our Industry.
American Psychiatry Association explanation page What is Depression? Downloadable booklet – What is Depression? from the National Institute of Mental Health Also by NIMH, Signs and Symptoms of Depression. How Does Social Media Play a Role in Depression? a post by Very Well Mind Social Media and Mental Health via Helpguide.org
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There are thinking people on the planet and that gives me some hope. I recently learned about turning a pot pie upside down on a plate or bowl.
This is some genius level thinking that I aspire, to but will never have it the way I want it. Because the gravy part will seep down to the back of the lid or the top of the pot pie. Then, depending on how fast or slow you eat it, you got gravy and a crunchy lid. It is also a willingness to see something differently. F--k the absolutes. Ok we need a few of them but man, we need some mental lubrication that is non-toxic to the body. In this episode, a short bit of verbiage about how tips may or may not help you and some fellow travelers on the road who really do know how you feel. The short version is finding your form of acceptance. Adapting a tool or technique that could work for you and factor in some grace for handling what you are facing on the day to day. It is a lot.
Resources Mentioned: Author and blogger Jenny Lawson knows a thing or two about having public attacks. She wrote a post about it called The world is changing and that is a good thing, I think. The Mack Files – Its okay not to be okay part 1 and part 2 From Anxiety Canada there is Kathleen’s story about having a mile high panic attack in a plane.
And from National Association of Mental Health aka NAMI, Never be ashamed of seeking help. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
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This is just a quick pebble in the road about what happens to your brain if you drink booze to chill out or control your symptoms.
Just a head's up, I did complete the longer version of the Serotonin episode. Has a bit more details and more context.
Well, I did manage to get it down from 20 minutes to about 12 minutes. Essentially the same but with more about specific foods you can eat, more resources and just a touch less snark.
Resources Mentioned: San Diego Union Tribune article about men ignoring their mental health issues. The Dana Foundation is a non-profit that provides information about the brain and brain health for kids and adults. Has a good explanation of Neurotransmitters. The Hormone Health Network is a website connected to The Endocrine Society, the world’s largest organization of endocrinologists, representing more than 18,000 physicians and scientists. Endocrinologists look at the things that effect hormones and glands. Not only do they have a page about Serotonin, but they also have a page about the relationship between hormones and stress. They also have a little something about dark chocolate. 1 oz. a day will help mood, A1C levels, stress reduction and heart health. The National Health Service in the UK has a post on how to get Vitamin D for those living in the United Kingdom. It is different than what folks in the US need to consider. From Harvard Health: Serotonin The Natural Mood Booster. The have a series on the feel good hormones. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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I was reading an article that said I should eat pineapple to increase my serotonin level. I also seen other articles about kiwis, avocados and other foods. In those articles you might find something about serotonin ability to calm you down. Or to help with anxiety. Or depression. This one got me a little twitchy. Because the article mentioned the pineapple should be inside of a sugar cake of delight. This is like a person pointing to the ice cubes inside an alcoholic drink. And trying to convince themselves they are hydrating with water. Which brings up the hackles in me about so-called superfoods. The special formulas. And buzzwords on parade. I think what ticked me off was the implication that the implication of a fruit inside of a sugar based cake becomes a healthy alternative. Posted is the short version because I wanted to say so much and it was coming in a twenty minutes.
I have weed whacking to do so this is the short, simplified version for those who think six minutes is all they can take.
In this episode, a look at what is serotonin and what it does to the mind and body.
Resources Mentioned: The Dana Foundation is a non-profit that provides information about the brain and brain health for kids and adults. Has a good explanation of Neurotransmitters. The Hormone Health Network is a website connected to The Endocrine Society, the world’s largest organization of endocrinologists, representing more than 18,000 physicians and scientists. There is a post on their website about What is Serotonin? that is written from their perspective. The also have a little something about dark chocolate. 1 oz. a day will help mood, A1C levels, stress reduction and heart health. From Harvard Health: Serotonin The Natural Mood Booster. The have a series on the feel good hormones. Very Well Mind has a write up about bananas and will they chill you out or not.
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This episode was inspired by my real life experiences. Of which I have a bunch of them.
So, so many of them. One of the things that I've learned it to not to be dragged down into a spiral. I still have negative thoughts but I don't have to hug and kiss up on them. 97.4% of the time, it is just a thought. It isn't a measurement of my worth. I am still in the remembering that thinking error are not me stage. There are all kinds of thinking errors that can affect you mood or ways of your thinking existence. The overall name is Cognitive Distortion witch can involve about 15 different types of jacked up thinking. The one I want to talk about today is All of Nothing Thinking. Also known as black or white thinking. No matter what you call it, it is thinking in extreme. Usually involves reinforcing that you have failed. That you aren't worthy or that once again, you did not perform with absolute perfection. Which is probably not true. Or just a little bit true. Or it can be true in one situation but shouldn't define your entire reason for being. In this episode, a look at resources that can help you deal with one of the cognitive disorders called All or Nothing Thinking. Resources Mentioned: App That Attack: University of California at San Diego (UCSD) playlist of meditation recordings. Resources for All or Nothing Thinking: Psychology Today post on How to Break the Painful Habit of All or Nothing Thinking Mental Health America has a worksheet on stopping stupid thoughts.
Tati Garcia has a podcast for high functioning anxiety folks. She is a licensed therapists and has an episode on All Or Nothing Thinking Is Ruining Your Life. Tati also has a free master class on her site Let Go Of Overthinking & Self-Doubt.
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Grounding is a way to help you calm down. To get a grip on whatever caused your symptoms flare up. Meditation beads could be a way for you to have a tactile or touch means of centering yourself. You can use it to remember an affirmation, incorporate it into your breathing practice, or to remember that you are not defined by a random thought. You are a person in the here and now. There are all sorts of meditation bracelets in the marketplace. There always has been. The Catholic rosary, Mala beads, Reiki meditation bracelets. Some people call them worry beads. You name it and somebody has a beaded bracelet with a specific meaning attached to it. In this episode, a look at some of the ways a beaded bracelet could help you with meditation or symptom control. Resources Mentioned:
Helpguide.org has a page on Relaxation Techniques for Stress Relief where they explain about the different grounding techniques. There is also a link on that page to a recording to help you practice deep breathing meditation. Positive Psychology.com has an post about what is grounding and some of the techniques used to help center yourself.
The music for this episode, Waterside Harmony from Purple Planet Music If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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In this week's episode is a look at some of the reasons why we need to look at taking medication. What is the reason? Number one has to be symptom management and control.
Them SOB's have made me do things I'd never thought I'd do. Pour water on my head in a parking lot? Yep. And don't think that won't get folks attention. It will. Being clear about taking or not taking medication is a process of education. You have to learn what the medication is, what it does for you, what effect it could have on the body? Need to know what your options are what are the alternatives? So, as I mentioned last week in the podcast, I'm trying out new things and approaches. I need to up my game. Be better. So they say. They are probably right. But I can't do everything when everybody wants me to. I'm going to try to put out an episode each week. Hopefully. One of the ways for me to do that is alternative between shorter episodes and the long ones. Not that I go that long. Cuz I don't. But I think I want to make sure folks get what they need. So I want to try different things. More pebbles in the road. Maybe an audiogram for Twitter every now and again. I like doing deep dives but they take time to research and write. But I also have to balance the work life, the play life and the anxiety that is generated by being in this life at this time. It is a pip.
So yeah, I'm working on stuff.
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Resources Mentioned:
On the ADAA.org website, there is a seven page brochure Treating Anxiety Disorders that discusses options, both counseling/behavioral health and medication.
Over on Very Well Mind, there is an article on The 4 Major Classes of Anxiety Medications, and a second post on What You Need to Know to Take Psychotropic Medications Safely
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This is the sixth year of the podcast. Nothing like I envisioned it would be. The podcast was inspired by a lot of things. Many years ago, I went searching for a podcast to help me understand what was going on. I found one but the gentleman was ending the show because the anxiety of creating and producing was too much for him. I found others that were created by doctors using medical language I didn’t understand. Or ones selling books, cassettes for treatment. Or really pushing medication as the only option. It took a long time, but I finally got what I needed; a therapist who supported my desire for a more expansive view of treatment. That is the episode with other stuff thrown in as well. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:
American Sleep Association page on What is Sleep so much more information about the process.
Join Scooter at the Sleep with Me podcast; you get at least an hour of a voice that might send you into the dreamscape. For original storytelling there is Boarders of Sleep. And if you are musically inclined there is the Deep Energy Podcast where you can get a taste of ambient and new age type music inducing slumber.
For those that want to experience something different, there is Moving Poems, a visual approach to poetry for those that are starved for poetry, don't have the time to pick up a book and need that balm of literacy. No, it isn't anxiety related but sometimes you have to jump off the grid. From Harvard, an old school page on how to Assets Your Sleep Needs.
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I'm still in vacation mode until September. One of the things I hoped I’ve emphasized in the podcast is that you should have a medical evaluation and diagnosis from a health care professional. The symptoms for anxiety are very similar to other physical health conditions. Having a medical examination would help to take some of the load off your shoulders. That is the topic of the show.
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Resources Mentioned:
For those folks having trouble going to sleep, there is Snoozecast.com. Fiction, non-fiction or whatever floats your boat. There is also the long time champ of them all, LibriVox with hundreds of public domain audios that are free to download and listen. I recommend The Prisoner of Zenda by Anthony Hope, read by Andy Minter. Mental Health America Screening Tool
ADAA Screening Page - contains screening for a couple of anxiety conditions Canadian Here to Help Screening page.
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An iceberg belief is a self-limited thought. And one of the strange things about it is that some of those self-limiting thoughts can come from your family, broadcast and social media or your culture.
Anxiety and anxiety symptoms can amp up or bring to the surface some of those embedded thoughts. Those thoughts can pop up as you watch a video. A car racing down the street. A song that brings up a memory. Or it is 1:57pm and you got a way to go before the end of the day. You are whipping on yourself that working, doing, being isn't enough. You feel mediocre or less than you think you should be. Sometimes a bunch of commercials try to reinforce that statement. "Just buy Cranko and you will feel or live better." The iceberg belief can add fuel to your anxiety about a situation. That may or may not be true. In this episode, a definition of a self-limiting thought, some examples and a few resources to ponder. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. In the News: Washington Post article about how men ignore their mental health issues. U.S. National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Brochures and Fact Sheets page on mental health conditions. You can download a pdf or even have a copy of the brochure mailed to you. There is also a NIMH brochure about Men and Depression, it explains what depression is, causes and treatment options. Resources Mentioned:
The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are – Brené Brown. You can find the book or audiobook at almost any book vendor. On her website there is a page with a Brave and Brokenhearted manifesto.
Mark Manson's page on What are limiting beliefs? Meg James from Australia has a worksheet on Limiting Belief that you can work though. On the InsightTimer website there is a course from Meg on Simple Tools for Self-Acceptance. The first section is free and gives you an idea of what to expect. Pickthebrain.com worksheet on self-limiting thoughts.
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Still in vacation mode but have plenty to talk about. Part of today's episode deals with digital and health literacy. Well, truthfully I try to sneak it in whenever I can. Digital Literacy is "is the ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information, requiring both cognitive and technical skills." Health Literacy is "the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions." Part of today's episode deals with both digital and health literacy. There are dozens of apps for anxiety and depression users. There are some crappy ones, that steal content from other creators and providers.
The meditation apps that charge you a subscription to access content from another website. That is free to download and listen too. Those burn me up. Or apps that connect to another content creator's website. It does provide information. It also is harvesting information from your phone and contacts. Or the ones that honestly provide content - bare minimum but they did create it. And you do get to access it for free. But you are bombarded with ads that may or may not be appropriate for you to view. I personally can go a lifetime without seeing or hearing about men's lower level grooming products.
So in the episode, I go a little long winded about what is and isn't a medical app. Because when I hear about an Erectile Dysfunction provider trying to provide medication for anxiety it gets me a little more anxious. Fellas, I understand that the malfunctioning plumbing issues can cause anxiety. 100% . Not even up for debate. But an on-line service for a physical condition, that also handles hair loss and now wants to provide psychiatric care and pill dispensing is a problem. And a red flag. And from a health literacy stand point, multiple questions should be asked: * Why is an ED vendor also treating hair loss? * Does hair loss lead to ED? * Don't dermatologists handle hair loss? (Why yes, they do and the AAD can help you find accurate info) * Where is that medication coming from? * Is is legal where I live to buy or obtain medication on-line (in the U.S., Nope.)
Don't be uninformed or flat out stupid. Do your research and homework. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
In the News: Washington Post article about Olympians and Mental Health Concerns There is a video documentary on Vimeo about ED called Let's Talk About It. Seventeen minutes could help you can save yourself some aggravation and keep some of your hard earned money. App that Attack: In a Murky Sea of Mental Health Apps, Consumers Left Adrift from the California Health Foundation One Mind PsyberGuide - Resource to help you determine if a mental health app is worth your time and money. Resources Mentioned: U.S Food and Drug Administration examples of what is not a medical app.
Music Pasty Cline with The Jordanaires version of Crazy. Gnarls Barkley from the album St. Elsewhere version of Crazy. Postmodern Jukebox version of Crazy. Anxiety Resources For teenager and young adults there is DoSomething.org 11 Facts About Anxiety.
From Anxiety Centre there is Fear of Going Crazy Anxiety Network's page on What You Fear Most Cannot Happen VeryWell Mind page on Dementophobia or the fear of going mad or crazy.
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So many people do not accept that athletes and entertainers are real people with issues. Being an athlete or rich person does not exempt you from being human. You have to deal with like depression, anxiety or being an introvert being in the public realm. Broke or rich, having an anxiety disorder is rough. Depression is also no joke. But both are treatable. And I truly want to do an episode or two about the American Medical Association and their roll or lack of it when it comes to recognizing their part about access to physical and mental health care. And it isn’t just America. Other folks from other countries have issues with their primary and general care physician. That don’t recognize mental health as part of their health care system. Or there isn’t a physical health care system in place. At all. And one more thing. I have noticed that some people who think they have power call other people that use their power, a snowflake, or some other pejorative term. So in this episode I talk about most of the above. Well, I had to cut out the part about the doctors because it seems I have a heck of a lot to say about it. Saving that for another episode. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
In the News: Post on ADAA.org You Are the Real Badass by Manvi Tiwari. App that Attack: There is a new dental phobia site that just got started called Dental Fear Network. The author of the blog is psychologist Lisa J. Heaton who has extensive experience in the dental field. It is a new blog, but there is plenty of content to get you started. Resources Mentioned Just in case you didn’t know there is an official He-Man and She-Ra YouTube channel.
From the UK there is the NoPanic page on positive affirmations to help you deal with anxiety. The Anxiety Guy has a number of videos and a podcast about practical and actionable tips on handling anxiety. His approach might resonate with some of you And from the Good Men Project page on Medium there is a post on 55 Positive Affirmations for Anxiety and Depression. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
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In this episode, a quick look at what is self-calming and self-medication. Words are tricky. In this context, I’m speaking about a psychological concept of self-medication to seek relief from emotional or mental health symptoms. There is another meaning of the term about the necessity of self-treatment when you do not have access or can't afford healthcare services. That isn’t the topic of this episode. I've touched on that aspect in other episodes but that requires a deep dive for another time.
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In the News Very Well Health has an updated post on how How Phobia Is Treated. Literary Hub except called. The Toll of Perfectionism: On the Physical and Mental Health of Ballet Dancers It comes from the book, Turning Pointe: How a New Generation of Dancers Is Saving Ballet from Itself. The publisher is Bold Type Books The Me You Can't See Documentary on Apple TV or possibly as an addition subscription on you media services. If you have a recent device purchase form Apple you can get a free year long subscription (In the U.S.). There is also a free seven day trial period, not saying you should do that, but it is an option. App that Attack Mental Health America has a screening test for a variety of mental health issues. Resources Mentioned: A Therapist's Journey, Learning the Art of Self-Soothing. A post on NAMI.org. Over at Psychology Today there is an article on Turning a Vice Into a Virtue Through Healthy Self-Soothing. And at Loner Wolf a few words on 7 Self-Soothing Techniques to Relieve Anxiety and PTSD The Self-Medication Theory of Addiction from Very Well Mind. Disclaimer:
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The short answer is no. It is a medical condition. It can be treated 99.5 times out of a 100.
But many people do not know that they have an anxiety disorder or seek treatment. Some of the reasons for this is what they are being told in certain houses of faith. The good news is that is slowly changing. More faith based institutions are working with mental health professionals. There are practitioners that have both spiritual and mental health license credentials. This episode lightly touches on some of the statements that are made and factual information about anxiety and anxiety conditions/disorders. For the record, I am a heathen, second class. Working hard to see if I can make it to third class.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: In the News: Article on Vice.com on What to Do if You’re Barely Keeping It Together Right Now App that Attack: Medito is a free app that gives basic instructions about meditation. There are also tips to help you sleep and a module for people that have stress and anxiety issues. Christian Based Writer Anita Ojeda post on I'd Rather the Church Remain Silent Sarah J Robinson's Book I Love God but I Want to Die: Finding Hope in the Darkness of Depression. Mental Health Grace Alliance page on 6 Reasons Why Depression and Anxiety are Not Signs of a Weak Faith or Sin. The Faith & Mental Wellness Podcast with Brittney Moses. On her web site there is a list of Christian specific mental health resources. Christian therapy services in the podcast are Christian Therapist On Demand and MyCounselor.Online. Pastor/Minister Based: Mental Health Access Pack is a resource for churches to learn about mental health conditions and provide spiritual resources to assist and access treatment options for there church members. Disclaimer:
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Medication is one, but not the only treatment option when it comes to anxiety. In this episode, a description of what Benzodiazepines Medication are, some of the names and resources to check out. In housekeeping news, thank you all that have stuck with me. I found out that the new software and microphone I was using had a distortion. I couldn't hear it on my side but I was checking an episode on a podcasting app and oooh, not what I intended. If you didn't hear the distortion, I'm glad. If you did then I'm really sorry. I'll find a solution. Seem like the story of my life. Find the problem. Find the solution. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: ADAA.org has a page on the various types of medication for anxiety disorders and some of the questions you might want to ask your doctor.
HelpGuide.org is a resource for mental health information. They do have a page on the possible side effects of medication.
Consumer Version of Merck Manual Overview of Anxiety with links with information about the anxiety anxiety drugs, uses and side effects.
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They say it is Mental Health Awareness Month 2021. It is also National Barbeque Month, and so many more affinity items and groups.
It is the things that we pay attention to that can define us. Or not. There is a New York Times article about research being conducted about talk therapy and MDMA for sever PTSD cases. Much more testing need to occur but it seems promising. There will folks that will be thrilled about this news. And others that will thump up on some book that proves the end it near. Still a matter of perspective. In this episode, a variety of news stories regarding mental health concerns and mental health services at CVS Pharmacy. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: In the News American Broadcast Company (ABC) news story about folks having vaccine anxiety after getting their shot. CDC finds some COVID-19 vaccine reactions actually due to anxiety. Pharmacies Could Soon Offer Customized, 3D-Printed Medication on Demand from Courthouse News and Fortune Co-Design page on Future pills will be personalized and 3D printed, just for you CVS Minute Clinic Virtual Clinic, no insurance required. Designed for non-emergency care or rapid care that doesn't rise to an emergency. Walmart Care Clinics provide non-emergency care but they also have counseling services in Arkansas, Georgia and Texas. App that Attack Mindful Special Edition Vol. 7: Your Guide to Mindful Living or if you want to check out the Mindfulness Magazine for their content. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
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In the episode, I mentioned that your symptoms are not the enemy. They ain’t your friend either. Symptoms are a way for your brain and body to communicate with you. Your symptoms do not use words. They do not do that noun conjunction verb.
They are good at telling you there is a problem. They are lousy at telling you why there is a problem. They try. They really do. Like if you really don't like riding in elevators your body will tense up. Could be because work will be hectic. Could be that you don't like small boxes filled with people. So this is just a basic reminder of the general categories of symptoms and some of the things that could occur on or in your body.
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Resources Mentioned:
Depresh Mode with John Moe from Maximum Fun.org There is also a YouTube channel. And if you want to stay in the know about the doings at the new show, there is the podcast Substack newsletter archive. The Mayo Clinic has a good page about describing some of the symptoms of an anxiety condition. For our Canadian travelers Anxiety Canada page on adult anxiety. It is in both English and French. And from the American Psychiatric Association they also have a page about anxiety symptom. Little tricky to find but there are plus buttons. Click it and you will see the symptom for the condition. Disclaimer:
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If your symptoms or your condition plays havoc with your ability to function you have a problem. It does help to know. Truth is, It doesn't matter how it got started. How you are going to handle it or get it treated is your decision. In this episode, a look at some but not all of the causes of an anxiety disorder. Knowing what you have can take the stink out of it. Just a heads up, there is a ADAA.org free webinar on How to Overcome COVID Re-entry Anxiety. Just because you got vaxed doesn’t mean that there aren’t going to be issues. Link in the Resources section. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From ADAA.org, a free May 7, 2021 webinar on How To Overcome COVID Re-entry Anxiety ADAA.org also has a YouTube channel to catch up on prior webinars and topics of interest. From the U.S. Office of Women's Health information page on Anxiety Disorders. National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) description page on some of the various types of anxiety disorders, symptoms and treatment options. Nationals Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has downloadable booklets about specific anxiety conditions.
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I truly don't know what to say. There needs to be some healing infusions and I don't have any. But I can say many of us are trying not to be overwhelmed or discouraged by hate based carbon units. It is hard. But we can do it. Are ancestors taught us that and we have to hold on waiting for our time to make changes. Not to wait on them. Make them. In this episode, a few words about why the podcast exist and in App that Attack, a few words on Apollo Neuro.
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Resources Mentioned:
Apollo Neuro wearable device for stress and mood adjustment.
Jon Kabat-Zin meditation app for iPhone and iPad
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I had wanted to do a show about writing anxiety. Then I got hit with a wave of brain fog. Pea soup thick. Three full days of trying to think around and over it.
No can do. I can find items for the show. I knew what I wanted to talk about. I just couldn't put the words together.
So this is a pebble in the road with a book recommendation. Dr. Brewer has self-declared he was a traveler on the road. He has the medical chops and it is a different approach to treatment.
I generally don't talk about famous people unless they self-declare their illness or there is a compelling reason. Not in a million years did I think that I would have something to say about Ernest Hemingway.
I knew he was a writer. I knew that he seem to love adventure and liked the ladies both within and outside of the bonds of matrimony. And that he was thought of as a manly man. So when I heard that there was going to be yet another documentary about Hemingway, I couldn't drum up any reason to watch. Until I learned more about the man. There are multiple levels to his physical and mental pain. You got family trauma. Not to mention an undiagnosed hereditary disease attacking his organs. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Bipolar Disorder with two other mood disorders s riding in the backseat. Arthritis. Depression and anxiety. Self-Treating with alcohol. Indeed he was a messed up man. Who wrote great books. Who was given the Nobel Prize for Literature.
He was a pip but he was also human. Sometimes good. Sometimes a jerk. In this episode, a quick look at the things that in hindsight, Ernest Hemingway can teach us about dealing with our situation and being proactive about taking care of our bodies.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:
Hemingway - A film documentary by Ken Burns and Lynn Novic.
Ernest Hemingway: a psychological autopsy of a suicide by Christopher D. Martin. PBS News Hour How mental health struggles wrote Ernest Hemingway’s final chapter by Dr. Howard Markel.
The American Chronic Pain Association has a number of links to pain management resources. Mr. Hemingway would have been eligible for at least six of them. There is good stuff at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. They have information about Hemochromatosis. Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance FAQ page about depression and mood disorders. They also have on-line support groups. There are also resources at ADAA.org and the National Institute of Mental Health and Medline Plus pages on Bipolar disorders. If you suspect that someone you know is trying to take themselves off planet there are somethings you can do to help. Bethe1to offers five action steps to help a person in need. The Gospel at Colonus a retelling of the Greek play with an African-American twist. It is available on DVD but your could take a gander at the play on YouTube. The music is therapeutic and provides another example of somebody having a rough road in life.
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You can find ways to deal with your symptoms. For some of us, there is medication. It isn't for everybody. Or you may choose to use a coping skill or relaxation technique. it isn't for everybody. What is important to know is that you have choices on how you want to handle your symptoms. In this episode, a look at some of my process and a few resources to check and hopefully use to make yourself more comfortable. You don't have to suffer.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:
BetterUp Coaching website provide a matching service for people that are looking for support in their personal or professional goals. It is not a therapy site but some folks do not read beneath the headlines.
Harvard Health Publishing has a post on Progressive Muscle Relaxation and other exercise based relaxation tips. For those that prefer audio, there is a progressive muscle relaxation at Helpguide.org
Mindful.org post on 10 minute gratitude practice to shift, notice and re-wire the brain.
Dental Fear Central - excellent site for those of us that get the shakes when a dentist says open wide. Disclaimer:
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One of the great things about WandaVision is that there was a shared communal place for joy, life and grief. Now the comic book nerd in me is huffing and puffing about conflating three different story arcs in the series.
I normally don't like it but WandaVision gets a special dispensation for just how well it can be done. This episode is about grief. Anxiety can be a dance partner with it or make it presence know. But grief is a powerful thing. Do not disrespect when it walks into the room. Have all the feelings. Yes. Don't ignore it. Don't pretend like it isn't there and life goes on. It will find you and make you listen.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Social Anxiety Kyle is a website that has some free resources, a link to the Social Ninjas podcast and a course for those of you that have social anxiety.
My father was famous as John Le Carre, my mother was his crucial covert collaborator. Essay on The Guardian website. U.S. Centers for Disease Control page on Grief and Loss, learn about the symptoms and what you can do to help your healing. Grief is love with no place to go by Fred Guttenberg. Mr. Guttenberg has written a book called Find the Helpers: what 9/11 taught me about recovery, purpose and hope. Mental Health America has coping tips and suggestions on dealing with grief.
Modern Loss is a website that talks about grief. All of the forms of grief and the ways other people have found to make their way through. Excellent resource. Start with 10 Ways to Overcome Grief-Related Anxiety, how to find the way back to yourself. One more for the road, the American Psychological Association Grief: Coping with the loss of your loved one. Disclaimer:
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So, I’m going to lay out a more realistic approach or tips to help folks deciding to walk out the door. I got my sources. I got some real-life experience and not much more than that.
There are folks on Twitter who are struggling on how to make the right decision for them. As it often happens, there are jerk faces who will pop in and state that you gotta man-up and stop being what they perceive to be weak. Or they will share that they never put on a mask. They never stopped living their lives. To that I say, Ok. Good for you. But your experience is not mine. I and others made an informed choice based on the information we had at the time and the rising number of people dying. Some of those people we knew and loved. In this episode, a look at a few tips on how to prepare for re-entry. Those of us that have pre-existing conditions are going to find it a bit hard. Not impossible. Just hard.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: CNet Health and Wellness has a post on Jump rope workout: How to get a full body workout and have fun. Those of you that have issues with your knees or hips might want to consult your doctor before engaging in exercise. There is a Beginner Jump Rope tutorial that explains how to use the jump rope to exercise.
Tiny Buddha post on 50 Things You Can Control Right Now.
From Psychology Today and post on How to Cope With “Re-Entry Anxiety
ADAA.org 10 Tips to Manage Re-Entry Anxiety Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic
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There is a lot going on. People are going to need to start thinking about re-entry into their world. Those those of us that have anxiety conditions and disorders that can be ruff. What you want to do might conflict with what you are able to do. If you've been on long term lockdown, your brain might put up a fuss about being outside. I speak from experience. I'm zero for three on it. I did it, but there was a commotion from deep inside about it. I have a link to a musician's "audiogram" video by the name of Buddy Miles. Classic thumping track of Them Changes. In this episode, a suggestion to try to look beyond what you currently know or do about your anxiety. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Them Changes from Buddy Miles. How two or more truths occupy the same space.
Helpguide.org has an article on the role of medication in anxiety treatment. The website leans away from suggesting medication as a primary treatment; but they do recognize that for a certain segment of the population it is necessary for a limited. time.
Mental Health America response to My loved one doesn’t want to take meds.
ADAA.org page on the types of therapy for anxiety. Prior episodes on Finding a therapists, Don't know where to start and Before You Commit to the Couch. The Basics of Mindfulness Meditation from Ten Percent Happier. Has video instructions, guided meditations and other services. There is an app for Android and iOS devices.
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Not having a great time but I'm ok. Not like I don't have stuff to do but currently in that vortex of when is the other thing that I think is gonna happen?
And in the middle of the vortex are the old symptoms making a bum rush for the gate. So this episode is a bit more narrative. It is about an experience that I had when I though I was doing the right thing for me. And it was. But I still ginned up an attack. It happened for a lot of reasons. Many of which I wrote down and then cut out of the show. Want some of the truth? Don't like wearing facemask. I do it. I'm even doubling up on it. But my face and skin don't like it. I do it because it is the right thing for me and other people. The fear of am I gonna catch it this time? Did I need to do this? Could I have waited one more week? What if I have another panic attack in the store? There are dozens more but you get the idea. One the one side you do the right things. One the other side, all of the combustibles are gaining fuel. What do you do? The best you can.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources (Not) Mentioned: Don’t Panic! 5 Things To Do When You’ve Messed Up from Lifehack.org Courageous Heart Meditation — Loving Kindness Tonglen Practice video with Shannon Algeo
From Mindful.org What to Eat for Optimal Mental Health
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Loneliness is a 365 day thing but it stings a bit more on February the 14th. Chronic loneliness is when you have long term feelings of isolation.
You ain't go nobody and you feel it in your soul.
You don't have to be a natural sad sack to feel this way. Some of the loudest party animals are also chronically lonely. For some people it is longing for more than superficial conversations. Or it can be persistent feelings of not being worthy, not being enough or dare I say it, not liking yourself very much.
In this episode, a look at some of the things you can do to help you cope or exchange loneliness for something better.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Queen Official Channel video Somebody to Love. Post on Verywell Mind that lists the risk factors of loneliness can experience. Emily from Therapy in a Nutshell has an except from her course about Emotional Coping Skills. There is an 8 Minute Healing Loneliness and Isolation Guided Meditation by Prajna Meditation. It is a way to practice soothing your heart. The video is on YouTube. TED Radio Hour on Mediations on Loneliness - How we can find ways to understand and change how we experience it. Helpguide.org specific and actionable steps on helping you deal with loneliness. The site also has a Coronavirus Mental Health section to give you more tools on how to deal with stuff. Disclaimer:
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A few years ago, I read an article about the tradition of the prisoners' last meal. And then how it ended in many states. One of the stories involved a man requesting a single olive as his last meal. That is all that he wanted. He looked at it, held it and then consumed it. To me, that is an example of a mindfulness practice. In this episode, I'll define what it is and a few resources for you to check out. I may not be the best person to talk about mindfulness. I'm getting better at it. And I know it does work because better people than myself do it every single day. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The Mindfulness Workbook for Anxiety: The 8-Week Solution to Help You Manage Anxiety, Worry & Stress by Tanya J. Peterson. Published by Althea Press. Multiple versions available on Amazon.com
One Minute Mindfulness by Simon Parke is a a group of stories about the mindfulness process. You can find it on Apple iBooks or Amazon.
Mindful Magazine has a full post about mindfulness and the relationship with meditation.
Chris Bergstrom from Blissfulkids.com has an explainer page about mindfulness. The explanations come in three flavors, for kids, teens and adults.
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Emetophobia is the fear of vomiting. That fear can be so strong that it dictates where you go, what you eat or who you trust to handle your food. Some mental health professionals think that it could be connected to obsessive compulsive disorder. In this episode, a look at some of the resources you can access about the phobia and what you can do about it. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: The Emetophobia Manual is a guide to learning about the phobia and the steps necessary to move toward being healthy.
Very Well Mind has an information page on Causes and Treatment for Emetophobia From the International OCD Foundation Emetophobia: Fear of Vomiting as an Expression of OCD, a bit more information on how they are connected.
What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? There is also a downloadable 24 page booklet on What You Need to Know About OCD and the many symptoms
2021 ADAA.org page to register/video on How to Free Yourself from the Fear of Vomit and Reclaim Your Life
2017 ADAA.org video on Fear of Vomiting.
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You can't be for or against stress. You can't fight stress. You can learn that it is a normal body process. What is important to know is that good stress is a way to learn and improve on how you handle life situations. Bad stress is an opportunity to be aware of a problem and start the process of handling it. In this episode, a very simplified look at what stress is, and a verbal description of the stress triangle.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:
American Institute of Stress page on What is Stress?
U.S. Institute of Mental Health page on the 5 Things You Should Know About Stress.
The Mayo Clinic has a similar page but offers info on effects and additional suggestions on stress management. AARP.org has a list of things you can do called Natural Stress Remedies for Right Now
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I want to repeat the call to action. Your call to action this week is to begin making intentional choices on what goes into your body. You are not going to heal your body in a day. But each day that you replace a fizzy drink with clean water is a good day. Restoration first and then the healing will come.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Dr. Sanjay Gupta book Keep Sharp, Building a Better Brain at Any Age publisher's website. From the Center for Disease Control page on Water and Healthier Drinks.
Harvard Healthbeat - Foods Linked to Better Brainpower The Neuroscience of Thirst from STIN Harvard Graduate School AARP (formerly known as American Association of Retired Persons) Top 5 Foods to Feed Your Brain
From Heart.org, What is Brain Health?
Cleveland Clinic PDF on Brain Foods for Health with a list of food consume and avoid.
Healthy Brains.org Brain Health Resources Dining by Traffic Light: Green Is for Go, Red Is for Stop video by Dr. Michael Greger.
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This episode is for people that post questions on answer boards and get questionable responses. Or no response at all. Mainly because the questions gets asked so many times. This is a journey of stop, go, fail and try again. I hear you. Your symptoms of anxiety are interfering with your life. You don’t want mumbo-jumbo, you want answers. What specifically, can you do? For some, you will not be able to hear or understand what I have to say. Others will flat out not like it. And there will be a few that are willing to take notes and hit the ground running. Do the best you can but this is a time of learning. A time of starting the healing process. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: From Verywell Health 10 Easy Breathing Exercises for Anxiety
From Therapy in a Nutshell, video on Rewiring the Anxious Brain - Neuroplasticity and the Anxiety Cycle
Dr. Jo is a doctor of physical therapy. She has a video about the box breathing technique to Relieve Stress & Anxiety with Simple Breathing Techniques
From ADAA.org, treatment information tips for Generalized Anxiety Disorder. HelpGuide.org focuses more on non-medication related treatment and resources.
U.S. National Institute of Mental Health has information on a variety of mental health conditions, including the anxious ones.
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Loneliness can come and go. But if it is on-going then that could be a form of chronic loneliness. Chronic loneliness can also intermix with anxiety and depression. That is never a good thing.
I removed mention of Anna Magnani from the episode but she is another person that can make you reconnect to feelings and emotions.
Anna Magnani was fierce. She was a first class, A1 scene stealer. I have great sympathy for any actor in any film she appeared in. In body, presence, and using the craft of acting, she made you look and listen to her. In her films, she commands you to be with her. If you can find the film, The Rose Tattoo or any of her Italian language films that will keep you engaged for a bit. To get a sample of her talent, there is a retrospective video from Izzy at Be Kind, Rewind. Look, loneliness is complex. It is tough. I wanted to say something about it and to let folks know that they are heard, even in their loneliness. I'm trying to chip away at a very large rock. It is going to take a while.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From the 1990 Tony Awards - Michael Jeter and Brett Barrett clip "We'll take a glass together" and acceptance speech. Retrospective on actor Michael Jeter by The Back Focus.
From Be Kind, Rewind, retrospective on actress Anna Magnani. I wanted to give a shout out about her but I cut it from the episode. You should know about Anna Maganani.
Loneliness Resources: Dept. of Veteran Affairs Harry Truman Memorial Hospital recordings on relaxation techniques. From Oprah.com an online version of the Loneliness Quiz. CIGNA page on Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Loneliness
Anxiety.org page on Loneliness Makes a Bigger Impact on Your Mental and Physical Health Than You Might Think
Psychologist Clarissa Gosney video on Tips for Surviving Social Isolation During the Covid-19 Pandemic From Mindful.org A Loving-Kindness Meditation to Cultivate Resilience Disclaimer:
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This is a quick episode on needle phobia. I don't give as much wiggle room as I normally do. Your health is a stake.
If you have dental pain and need treatment that you refuse to do, that is painful. On many levels. Having needle phobia that is stronger than tooth pain is serious. It affect not just your mouth but other body systems as well. If you need diagnostic testing but you won't do it then you are making yourself sicker. Because at some point, you are going to have a needle in your arm and you will have no say about it. That might be a tad too late. In no way I'm I suggesting this is easy. Nope. It is not. I am saying that being pain free and physical symptom free is so much better.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Alyssia from Mind Over Munch does a great job of explaining healthy anti-anxiety foods that support the brain and body. The episode is called Best Foods for Anxiety and Depression.
Jerry Emanuelson's The Needle Phobia Page is just that; a one page resource about needle phobia, and some of the things that you can do to deal with it. Overcoming Trypanophobia or the Fear of Needles from Verywell Mind
Veinlight demonstration video of how to use the vein illumination product.
Red Cross video on tips to handle your fear of needles.
How to Cope When You're Scared of Needles by Christie Ferrari. In about three minutes she really does give functional things you can do you deal with needle phobia. Disclaimer:
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In this episode, a look at a device that might help you with symptom management and up your pattern breathing skills. For those of you reluctant to take medication or are looking for other ways to handle your symptoms, this could be an option. I want to make sure that folks know about a new talk show series from Taraj P. Henson called Peace of Mind.
It is a talk show about mental health issues concerning the Black/African American community. It streams on Facebook Watch on Monday and Wednesdays 9am Pacific and 12 noon Eastern time.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: CNBC.com post about Tony Hsieh, loneliness and some ideas about what to do about it. New series from Taraj P. Henson called Piece of Mind. It is a series about mental health issues concerning the Black/African American community. It streams on Facebook Watch on Monday and Wednesdays 9am Pacific and 12 noon Eastern time.
Official website of the CalmiGo Smart Calming Companion This is the tutorial video for the CalmiGo product. Disclaimer:
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In this weeks show I fess up to eating chocolate cookies, a look at the website and videos from MedCircle.com and a look at some of the essential oils that can be helpful to handle anxiety symptoms. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health:
"Aromatherapy is sometimes used for insomnia, but we don’t know whether it’s helpful because little rigorous research has been done on this topic. Aromatherapy is sometimes incorporated into massage therapy for various conditions, such as knee pain from osteoarthritis or pain, anxiety, and other symptoms in people with cancer." So this is a brief update on essential oils for aromatherapy.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
MedCircle.com is a membership mental health education service. The goal is to provide information about mental health concepts and treatment. There is a MedCircle YouTube channel for the service where you can view clips or watch selected full episodes. Dr. Tracey Marks has a video on Essential Oils and the Brain on YouTube.
John Hopkins University article on Aromatherapy: Do Essential Oils Really Work? Very Well Mind page on Using Aromatherapy for Relieving Your Stress and a more detailed on on Aromatherapy for Social Anxiety Disorder
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It has been a hard couple of weeks. Last week I had a public panic attack. If you are looking for a how to do it episode then I invite you to check out some of my prior episodes.
The short version is that sometimes you think you get it but then you find out that you don't have it. That something from long ago can jack you up. The good news is that you can learn from it and get about making changes. Take that mud and find some value in it.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From the UCLA Mindfulness Awareness Research Center, there is a free app for meditations.
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One of the suggested treatment options is medication. Traditionally in the U.S. that meant going to the drug store/pharmacy.
Now, that X=the unknown is catching up with us, very soon you will be able to make a tele-heath appointment with a mental health provider. That person will provide you a prescription for medication. You log onto Amazon.com and request delivery of your meds, which are delivered two days later. Amazon Pharmacy isn't the only way to have medication delivered. But there are questions about the possible disruptive nature of the company entering the healthcare space. In this episode, a brief look at the pharmacy service, some questions and concerns.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Amazon Pharmacy press release about their new service. There is also a FAQ type page for consumers and Prime members. Supermarket News article about Sam's Club contracting with Door Dash for medication delivery. And Costco is working with Instacart to provide pharmacy delivery services. From the Los Angeles Times, there is a business column by David Lazerus asking some of the same questions and concerns about Amazon’s entry into healthcare.
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The dictionary says that feeling numb is a lack of sensation. Those of us with anxiety disorders are usually feeling something. Until we don’t. Let’s say something big happened and everybody around you is celebrating. But you are not a part of it. Even if it is something that you really wanted. You are separated from the experience. There are a couple of names for this but the easy way to express it is feeling numb. In this episode, a look at what feeling numb is, the source and some of the online therapists and mental health ideas and suggestions about how to deal with it.
I need to stress that if possible, you should consult a licensed behavioral health provider. There are increasing telehealth options and resources. The links provided are from licensed professionals who are offering their opinions and are providing ideas for consideration.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Psychologist Will Meek has a visual chart of the emotions and how to understand The Anxiety First Aid Kit, Quick Tools for Extreme and Uncertain Times published by New Harbinger Press. The link is the publisher's website. You can find the book at online book vendors or you can contact your local independent bookstore.
From Very Well Mind What Is Emotional Numbing?
Why Do I Feel Numb Emotionally? Dissociation Explained in Depth by physiotherapist David Maloney. This is a half-hour video that goes into detail about experiencing feeling numb (aka dissociation) and what you can do about it. 2018 post from The Mighty on 16 Things People Don't Realize You're Doing Because You're Emotionally 'Numb
Therapist Támara Hill provides some ideas about "How Can I Begin To Heal?" 3-4 Tools You Can Use Everyday Tiny Buddha How to Connect to Yourself and Feel Balanced with 10 Grounding Techniques Dr. Stephanie Cordes Easy Grounding Exercises to Calm the Nervous System Psychologist Will Meek - How to Relax Disclaimer:
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On one of the BBC web pages is an video about a man who started walking to control his panic attacks. it turned into a mission and career.
I admire his determination and his ultimate goal of doing that in other countries of the world.
I'm trying to hold my space in the here and now. Not as easy as it sound. But it is important. Find your peace where you can. In this episode a quick look at burnout resources.
We all need a helping hand but some of us need just a bit more in dark times. If times are that bad contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Burnout Prevention and Treatment by Helpguide.org Psychology Today article by Sherrie Bourg Carter Psy.D. gives an overview of what burnout is and what are some of the symptoms. There is a podcast called Hurry Slowly where Jocelyn Giel looks at the power of slowing down. 2017 Slate article Therapy Is Great, but I Still Need Medication Disclaimer:
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I get a little long winded but in this episode, I needed to explain what are medical apps and what isn't. That breathing app on your phone probably isn't a medical app.
That is the topic of this weeks episode.
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Resources Mentioned: U.S. Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Device Software Functions Including Mobile Medical Applications U.S. FDA page Examples of Mobile Apps That Are NOT Medical Devices Headspace and Talkspace, Both companies provide connections to virtual therapists via audio, text or vendor. Rootd – Panic Attack Relief This is an app that helps those of you with panic attacks to handle your symptoms. It provides an education module, symptom relief, a journaling module and other resources. MoodKit This app uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as the foundation of some of the activities in the app. It is a hybrid between providing patient information and a journal. PocketCoach This app is similar to the other it uses CBT and Mindfulness-Based Stress-Reduction to provide information to users about their condition and how to handle their symptoms. PsyberGuide is a resource to help you find and evaluate mental health apps. The project looks at on-line, Android and iOS apps. Some of the mental health apps have an evaluation of their performance. Disclaimer:
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You can be sitting in a doctor’s office. The doctor tells you that there is nothing physically wrong. Based on your symptoms, you fit the profile of a person having an anxiety condition. The doctor may or may not prescribe medication. The doctor may or may not give you are referral to a behavioral health professional like a therapist, psychologists or psychiatrist. Maybe, if you have a really good doctor, they provide you with a brochure or handout that gives you more than a sentence about your specific type of anxiety and treatment options. That is kinda rare but it does happen. You walk out of the office. What do you do? That is part of the motivation why I created this podcast. To give folks multiple options for understanding what is going on in their bodies and more than two treatment options. Yes, there really are more than two. My belief is that it is a whole body approach to treatment. Start from a place of respect for your body. Even if you are currently angry with it at the moment.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: From the Experts: How to Cope with Anxiety and Loneliness in the Age of Coronavirus by the TimesUp Foundation. How to create a place of being ok during these times.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America has articles, information sheets, and a YouTube channel that might be of interest to you. HelpGuide.org focuses more on non-medication related treatment and resources. National Alliance of Mental Health aka NAMI information on Anxiety Disorders. National Institute of Mental Health page on Anxiety Disorders.
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There are different types of anxiety journals and workbooks for different needs. There are books that you can use by yourself, and others that are best used working with a behavioral health professional. And you’d think I wouldn’t have to define what a journal or workbook is but in this case, I do. Because there are the bound type of books that you can find anyplace from the 99 Cents Only store to the most expensive stationary outlet. Bound blank pages with maybe the date and a section for doodling. Love those things, but not the topic of the podcast. This is a look at items that are specifically targeted to people that have stress or anxiety issues. But even that doesn't quite get to it. There is a wide range of publications and apps. Because there is a difference between anxiety journals and workbooks. You want to find a good match for what you need. There are journal books that might have a one sentence prompt and you are given a few lines to respond to that sentence. You might need more. There are thick workbooks that give solid information about anxiety conditions, what to do if X happens and push a specific treatment choice. You might need less. You might need your content in plain English or you want the full firehouse of information. In this episode, a look at anxiety journals and workbooks. Some of the authors do have audiobook versions. Oh, one more thing. There are a number of books with the same name or similar names. When possible, I've included the author's name, website or publisher to help you get to the item mentioned in the podcast.
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Resources Mentioned: Apps Mention:
Android: Mind Journal: anxiety relief & mental health diary from Ory. Helps you track your mood, symptoms and provides meditations and affirmations. The app is free to download and there are in app purchases
Apple: Anxiety Journal App allows you to record your mood, provide reminders of symptom management techniques, and suggestions on how to calm yourself.
Paper - eBook - Audiobook Moorea Seal is an artist, entrepreneur and author of 52 Lists for Calm.
The Anxiety Journal: Exercises to Soothe Stress and Eliminate Anxiety Wherever You Are: A Guided Journal by Corinne Sweet.
The Anti-Anxiety Notebook
Calm the F*ck Down, Managing Anxiety and Problem Solving in the Face of Adversity by Sarah Knight.
The Anxiety Skills Workbook Simple CBT and Mindfulness Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety, Fear, and Worry by Stefan G. Hofmann, New Harbinger Publications. Available as a print for e-book. The Anxiety & Phobia Workbook, 7th Edition by Edmond J. Bourne. Disclaimer:
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We can get caught in a vortex of life responsibilities and obligations. However, there are times when we must pare it down to what is essential. So let’s get specific. Your physical and mental health are essential. This is not debatable. Your treatment is important. You do have the option to stop or start your treatment at any time but there is a cost to that decision. That cost isn’t always financial. Relationships. Being able to socialize in person. Being able to make non-fear-based decisions. You can't do that hanging on to everything buzzing about. Make time for the work. The healing work. Rest. Meditation.
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Resources Mentioned:
LifeTick is a web application to help you achieve your goals. It requires you to be clear about what you want and when to expect a date of completion. There is a free and paid version of the service.
If you want to check it out to see if it is a good fit there is a LifeTick YouTube channel.
Anxiety Rescue eCourse by the Anxiety Sisters is a five-week self directed eCourse on anxiety information and treatment options.. Nicky Cullen's blog post on When is it time to quit? Dude has a love of F-Bombs so if that bothers you trapes elsewhere.
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A mistake is an act or judgement that is misguided or wrong. It isn't always a bad thing.
You do the best you can with the information available. Sometimes you find out that what you thought would work, has problems.
Or you are not in the right space to accept what you are being told.
Or there is so much noise in your head that you grab on to the first thing you see. Sometimes that works. Sometimes it doesn't.
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Resources (Not) Mentioned: Mindful Magazine has an post about How to Meditate with Anxiety.
From Overcoming Social Anxiety website, What on Earth is the Amygdala and How Is It Related to Social Anxiety?
The Simply Noise app can help you with finding the right sound for your needs, that could be a frequency noise or a sound of nature. Windows users can go to the download section of the website and select the items that will give them an audio balm.
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This week, a look at three audiobooks that talk about using food or nutrition as a way to deal with an mental health or anxiety condition. There are a lot of resources when it comes to finding materials about treating the various forms of anxiety. Finding authoritative and viable resources is a lot more difficult. Then there are books with ok content but with poor or non-engaged readers. I can't recommend those books. So, the books that appear in this episode had to pass through the following process: * There is both a physical book and audiobook available. * The author has the required training or qualification in order to write the book. * And just like if I was standing in a library or bookstore, there is an opportunity to read or get a sense of the content or philosophy regarding the materials.
In housekeeping news, last time I mentioned that the podcast has been picked up by Amazon Music & Podcast. I went to check it out, there are problems. There is no show description. There are only about 10 episodes listed. I have over 200 and they are in an unfathomable random order. At the time of this recording other podcasting folks are having issues as well. It is a new service and I hope that get it fixed quickly. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources: Mindful.org has a 10 minute meditation for a full body scan. It can help you reconnect your mind and body. https://www.mindful.org/a-10-minute-body-scan-practice/ For more information about Dr. Uma Naidoo This is Your Brain on Food or to find a vendor for her book and audiobook you can visit her website. There is also an interview of Dr. Naidoo on the Amen Clinic YouTube channel Dr. Emeran Mayer book on The Mind Gut Connection can be found at his website, which also has videos about his approach about the brain and gut connections. There are versions via ebook, print and audiobook. Dr. William W. Li's book called Eat to Beat Disease also talks about the mind/body connection but also gives you actionable steps that you can do to transition into more healthy eating. There is a recipe section with accessible ideas about healthy recipes. On his website there are recipes you can use to eat in support of your body. Disclaimer:
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Food can be one of the many paths to healing. There are essential minerals that the body needs to function. Run low on them and you might have problems sleeping, focusing and functioning.
In this episode, a look at the mineral magnesium, what it can do for you and some of the foods and products you can access to get you up to proper levels. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Inside of You Podcast with Michael Rosenbaum interview with Kevin Conroy Game and On-Line Harassment Hotline website where you can get more information about the service. National Institute of Health/Office of Dietary Supplements page on Magnesium, there is also a Linus Pauling Institute Micronutrient Information Center page on Magnesium
UCLA Explore Integrated Medicine page on Stress-Reducing Foods, Herbal Supplements, and Teas
UCI Health also has a page about foods that can reduce anxiety.
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Hi folks, I'm going into virtual vacation mode. This episode is the inspiration I need to take a break. The brain is mush. And not the good kind either. I'll either skip a couple of weeks or make short episodes. If you are new to the podcast, there is plenty of topics in the archives for you to check out.. Decision Fatigue is about thinking exhaustion. At some point you can't make a decision or you make one to get people out of your face. Make the wrong decision and they will be back to remind you of it.
Decision Fatigue is when your brain has made too many decisions in a period of time. Your reasoning, quality of the decisions and what you are willing to do not to make a decision is in play. Do I want ice cream, sorbet or water ice? That is too complicated for me right now. In many of the pages of the Internet there is advice about fighting, overcoming and how to guard against having it affect you. Some of the sources are linked below. But why does everything have to be a fight? Or stomped to the ground? Check out the resources below and see if they help make the concept clear.
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Resources Mentioned:
Therapist Joe Borders page on Anxiety and Decision Fatigue. The Center for Anxiety in New York has a page about Overcoming Decision Fatigue. Four Remedies for Decision Fatigue from University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business Melody Wilding's post about Stressed? Try This 1 Minute Self-Care Practice To Regain Control. 2018 article on How to Prevent Decision Fatigue at Verywell Mind. How To Beat Decision Fatigue With Better Brain Habits a 2018 blog post at Trello. The Complexities of Decision Making from the Human Factor Blog.
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I was viewing CBS Sunday Mornings Jane Pauley about her journey regarding depression and bi-polar depression. And how people will come up to her and start talking about their issues with the illness.
There are a lot of foot soldiers who are trying to do the right thing about sharing reliable information about mental health treatment. I make no secret that I am on the same journey as other people. There are weeks when I think I should shut it down. And sometimes I might miss an episode because life can get a bit too much. But I also know that telling folks that there is help, it is accessible in a variety of forms and that there isn't a quick fix is an important thing to do.
With a medical diagnosis of anxiety or depression, you do have to make adjustments on how you go forward. You have to look at what you are putting in your body. You have to look at your environment - is it a healthy one for you? Do you want or don't want to take medication? It is a choice. Honestly, you have to find what is right for you. I could list 1,000 things you could do. You might only need seven. Or the 1,001 that neither of us knows about. Treatment isn't the MacGuffin. It is the journey in claiming bits of yourself before you find it. That is hard for many people to accept. There is work involved. There is much more to it and that is why there are a bunch of episodes on a variety of topics. Some you might resonate with and others are crap to you. That is ok. Or you might just come to the blog and find something a resource you can use. That works for me too. In this episode, something a little different. This is a look at some of the famous detectives of fiction that may or may not have an anxiety condition. Some are self-declared and others have things projected on to them. But it is interesting to look at how the detectives function with the anxiety MacGuffin in the closet. Resources Mentioned:
Jane Pauley via Sunday Morning on Recognizing Depression. New York Times article, At Talkspace, Start-Up Culture Collides With Mental Health Concerns Talkspace Founders Respond to New York Times article on Medium. PTSD Resources Episode 161 - a list of therapy search databases to aid you in finding a therapist. ADAA.org brochure on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Psychiatry.org has an information page about PTSD as well. Daylio Self-Care Bullet Journal app to help keep track of your moods, task and goals. It is available for iOS and Android devices. OCD Resources Helpguide.org information page on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. ADAA.org has a brochure on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder The International OCD Foundation also has a resource page on the topic, including a page that evaluates apps for those trying to control their condition.. Grief Resources The non-profit What's Your Grief has a resource section with solo learning courses about various aspects of the grieving process. From Psychology Today a post about Bereavement Anxiety Managing anxiety after the death of a loved-one. Detectives Hook-Ups On YouTube, you can find episodes of 1970s Lord Peter Whimsey performed by Ian Carmichael or the audio book versions. There are also some clips and episodes of the 1987 version performed by actor Edward Petherbridge. Dr. Lucy Worsley talks about Sayers and also mentions Whimsey's PTSD condition. Agatha Christie official website with listing of her books, plays and other materials. For those hard core and closer to the canon text visit The Baker Street Irregulars. Monk - The Television Series via Fandom.com If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Disclaimer:
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This is a pebble in the road about the fear of change. Specifically, the phobia about the fear of change.
It has a name. Metathesiophobia. It is much easier to say the fear of change. That is the topic of this episode.
There is a lot of fear romping around these days. I think it is important to know what you are dealing with but that is just me. I can see that for a lot of people, getting back to "normal" overrides anything else. They want and need that structure. They want it the way it was. Even if there is sufficient information to warrant a change, even temporary. Or permanent. And that is ok, if it doesn't impact your or another persons life. Not being political here. Let me give an example. Ralph goes to work, then goes home. Does not go anywhere on the weekends. Does not like being alone so somebody has to be in the house with him. Does not take vacations and doesn't like it if the family wants to go. So they don't go anywhere as a group. Ralph knows this isn't right but he can't tolerate being anywhere but work and home. Ralph might have a phobia. There are resources that might be of assistance to help understand and how to deal with phobias. I share a few of them in the podcast.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
HelpGuide.org has an information posts on phobias and irrational fears Faith G. Harper 2018 book Unf*ck Your Brain: Using Science to Get over Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Freak-Outs, and Triggers. You can find the book in paper form or as an audio book at your preferred book vendor. Verywell Mind has an page on a list of phobias and some of the things a person can do about them. The Anxiety Toolkit by Alice Boyes, PhD You can read a passage from the book at Oprah.com
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Some of the people with an anxiety disorder have excessive negative thoughts. They come at you like a Tommy gun. Obsessively repetitive negative thoughts. The kinds of things that would get a birth pessimist shook up. There isn't one type of negative thought. These things have a pattern or an intensity that can internally terrorize person in their own body. The good news is that there are ways to control and maybe even stop them. That is the topic of this episode. PS: This is not about positive thinking. This is about controlling one of the symptoms of having a medically diagnosed anxiety condition.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
At ADAA.org a post on Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts and how to understand them. Melli O'Brien at MrsMindfulness on The Four Keys to Overcoming Negative Thinking for Good. I can't let this go, Steven Universe clip on Just A Thought. It really does speak to the process of letting go of a negative thought.
Very Well Mind has a post about Negative Thinking Patterns and Your Beliefs and some suggestions about dealing with them. On Audible.com there is a audio book, Rewire Your Anxious Brain How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry by Catherine Pittman and author Elizabeth Karle
From Mental Health America, a worksheet on Stopping Stupid Thoughts.
Twenty Questions to Help You Challenge a Negative Thought pdf accessed via McGill University.
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There was a news story about people putting on the masks. People mentioned symptoms about heart palpitations, can't breathe and feeling disorientated. Those are some of the symptoms of an anxiety or panic attack. You might have to go through a process to be comfortable wearing a mask. There are a lot of things you can do. In this episode, a look at some of the things you can do to make peace with the mask, if you want to. What am I talking about? Well, some of the things that cause problems is the fabric of the mask, or how it feels on your skin. It could be too light or to heavy a fabric. Or you have feelings that you can't quite express but you don't like it. And that is ok to acknowledge that. Well, maybe not on Twitter. But it is also ok to find ways of making it work for you. As I mentioned in the podcast, I'm not looking to help anybody not wear the mask. This is an adult decision. The reasons have been presented by other sources for and against. But if you want to wear one and are having symptoms when you try then it might be something to do with anxiety with the mask or other issues. That is what this episode is about, to provide sources to make it easier for you to do.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:
University of Wisconsin's UW Health post on Masks Can Cause Anxiety for Some, But There is Help. Toward the bottom of the page are videos with Maura Grasshoff on how to deal with mask anxiety.
From The Mighty, What to Do If You Can't Wear a Face Mask.
From BPHope, and post by Julie A. Fast on How I’m Handling Panic and Anxiety from Wearing a Face Mask in Public.
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When you have certain types of anxiety conditions, you could experience an increase in the number of negative thoughts. Or you already have an abundance of negative thoughts and the anxiety or depression is make it worse.
In this episode, a look a three types of thoughts that could be romping around in your head. And some of the resources that might help you to understand and bring order to the chaos.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned: Body Dysmorphic Disorder and the Impact of COVID-19 and Quarantine from the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. Cartoon Network a clip from Mindful Education episode from Steven Universe: Here Comes a Thought. ADAA.org post on Thoughts Are Just Thoughts: How to Stop Worshiping Your Anxious Mind
From the University of Wisconsin UW Health information page on Stopping Negative Thoughts
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If you are curious about sound bath and sound meditation and want to know if this is something that could help you maintain sleep, be comfortable in your body or need a soothing sound sensory experience, then this might be an episode of interest to you.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
National Alliance page of Mental Illness on Understanding Your Diagnosis. Really good article about the process and what to be aware of when you get a diagnosis.
My Safe Zone is an app for those that have active symptoms or have panic attacks. It is available on both the Android and iOS app stores. Or you can also visit the web site for additional support information.
Very Well Mind's information page on What are sound baths?
Ambient Sound Podcast with Matt Borghi where you can listen to soothing music. There is also a Spotify list for short clips or extended sound experiences.
Sound Bath: meditate, heal and connect though listening by Sara Auster that is available as a paper book, e-book or audiobook. You can video some of the pages of the book or listen to an except at the publisher's website.
Electric Sound Bath by Angela Wilson and Brian Griffith has a number of albums on their main website. You can purchase their work via Bandcamp. Dynasty Electrik has music and sound bath type content also provider services via Zoom and they have a YouTube channel that you can access the content. Sounds True has a number of recordings for recording on sound bath, meditation, crystal bowls and all manner of healing modes using sound. This is a link to their sound meditative offerings. American Academy of Family Physicians. Family Medicine article about hydration.
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In this episode, a look at a particularly pesky symptom of depression, hopelessness. And a look at some of the resources you can use to help you understand what is going on and resources for treatment. When you have depression as part of your anxiety condition, being told to think happy thoughts probably isn’t gonna do much for you. You may have to process that info in a different way that does not include the word happy. And you probably need the help of a professional behavioral health person to do that. In my opinion.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Depression Basics brochure from the National Institute of Mental Health Anxiety vs. Depression: Which Do I Have (or Both?) from the Health Essentials via Cleveland Clinic There is an excerpt at PychCentral of the nine types of hopelessness a person can experience. The excerpt is from the book, Hope in the Age of Anxiety: A Guide to Understanding and Strengthening Our Most Important Virtue by Anthony Scioli and Henry B. Biller published by Oxford University Press. Hopelessness: A Dangerous Suicide Warning Sign from Suicide.org Open Path Collective - a service for people needing therapy but do not have insurance or are under insured. The link will take you to their FAQ page so that you get a better understanding of what they have to offer. California Warm Lines - for California folks that need to talk to someone and it is not life threatening. Sylvia Wang lost everything. The post on Tiny Buddha talks about the steps she used to find her way back to herself. It involved a lot of tears. Bill Knaus 2015 article on Overcome Hopelessness Thinking and Stop Feeling Depressed at Psychology Today. And Sheline Shinoy post at Lifehack.org has some suggestions about dealing with hopelessness. Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.
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When I read some of the posts and articles about how to deal with depression, I often encounter content that states that "if only you would change your thinking."
Or the reader is being told to employ positive thinking techniques.
Or is being given the f*ck up bunkie, nobody cares but you pep talk.
Or "Pour more faith into it, that will fix it."
I have no doubt that some of the above works for a specific set of people. I think the most important thing to understand is that there are multiple forms and levels of depression and there is treatment available. Your task might be to find the right treatment for you.
If you can't read or think your way out of your depression there might be a reason for that; like an internal body problem. You won't know that unless you get evaluated and remove the possibility that there could be an organic problem inside of your body. In this episode, I want to look at the definition of depression and some of the resources to learn about the condition. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The Hilarious World of Depression Podcast Archive. If you would like to buy John Moe's book you can find links at the McMillan book page. The Mood Mission app helps users deal with anxiety, stress and depression. You can find a review of the app on PsyberGuide, with links to the apps stores. Harvard Health updated post about the Six Common Depression Types.
The American Psychiatry Associations page on What Is Depression? APA also has a page about peripartum and postpartum depression and a page on Seasonal Affected Disorder aka Seasonal Depression.
Depression Basics from the National Institute of Mental Health Anxiety and Depression Association of America page about Depression. Helpguide.org page on Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs Office of Women's Health has an information page about Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and some of the treatment options. Post Partum.net provides information for moms, dads and families that are experiencing this situation.
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Yeah, best laid plans and cucumbers. You know for certain what you are gonna get with cucumbers. But not to leave you totally in the lurch, I have three resources that you might be interested in checking out.
First is a free meditation resource and then two books, one is a short e-book on Worry and Anxiety and the other is about having an anxiety condition and a relationship.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Self-Compassion Guided Meditations and Exercises from Kristen Neff's Self-Compassion web site.
The Sheldon Short Guide to Worry and Anxiety by Frank Tallis, this is a 64 page guide that is available at many of the online book vendors. You can read a portion of the book at Google Books.
Anxious in Love: How to Manage Your Anxiety, Reduce Conflict, and Reconnect with Your Partner by By Carolyn Daitch and Lissah Lorberbaum · You can read an except of the book at Google Books. Disclaimer:
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It is like waiting for the other shoe to drop. I enjoy the rest period, but I’d just assume we’d all get instant enlightenment and be done with it. Since that isn’t going to happen, I do have actionable resources for you to help get a grip on your symptoms and your condition.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: National Public Radio report about how All Women Should Be Screened For Anxiety Disorders. Screening for Anxiety in Adolescent and Adult Women: A Recommendation From the Women's Preventive Services Initiative KevinMD post about We need improved mental health care for physicians. Brightside is a remote treatment service for people with depression and anxiety. The FAQ page on where the service is currently authorized to offer services. Main website of Overdrive.com; you will need to have a library card from your library system to access the collection of books, audiobooks and other on-line materials. Journaling.com post about Unleashing the Power of Expressive Writing, with Dr. James Pennebaker I'm planting this for the next wave, there are website that have resources for people who are anxiously concerned about Corvid-19. This is site that on the Shine network website called https://www.virusanxiety.com/take-care
Wall Street Journal Article on Expressive Writing - please note that the WSJ has a firewall for non-subscribers. However, if you have access to an academic or library account reading the article is not impossible. Disclaimer:
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I tried to write through it. I tried to be pity or intelligent or something.
For 10 hours I tried to try to communicate something that would not be a waste of time.
I couldn't do it. So, I had to step back and look for some of the help I needed. That is what I want to share in this episode.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: 2015 Clinical Psychology Review #36 Burnout–depression overlap: A review access via Community College of New York.
The Liberate Meditation app has content specifically for Black, Indigenous and People of Color. There is a free version and you also can purchase a subscription. Food vs. mood: Eating for physical and mental health during COVID-19 by Dr. Uma Naidoo
From the Center of Mindfulness and Compassion there are audio recordings to help you get int a mindful state. You can listen on the web page or download them to your device. Sitting Together Essential Skills for Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy also has a list of mindfulness recordings. Christine Padesky, PhD, and Ron Siegel, PsyD talk about How to Work with Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Marisela B. Gomez http://www.mariselabgomez.com/
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Agoraphobia is not just the fear of going outside; many agoraphobics do just that. It is the constant feeling of fear and possibly, but not always, the fear of having a panic attack in public.
In this episode, a look at treatment resources for those that have this condition. There is a strong link between agoraphobia and a panic disorder.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
BoosterBuddy App can help you to remember medication and appointment, has a journal feature and tips on self-care and motivation.
You can download the app via the Apple App store or Google Play Apps.
U.S. National Library of Medicine's MedlinePlus definition of Agoraphobia and treatment options. Another resource is from the American Institute for Cognitive Therapy page on Panic Disorders and Agoraphobia. You can also check out therapist Kati Morton's video on agoraphobia. Dr. Julie Conner's page on Help! I'm Having a Panic Attack! with information about Agoraphobia as well. You should also check out Very Well Minds post on What is Agoraphobia? Drew Linsalata has a book called The Anxious Truth : A Step-By-Step Guide To Overcoming Anxiety, Panic, and Agoraphobia. You can read a sample chapter of the book or visit the book's web page to get a sense of his approach to treatment. Disclaimer:
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I feel like I am between a wall and a hard place. I want to describe options that you have when it comes to treating the diagnosed version of an anxiety condition or disorder.
I really don’t want to tell folks what to do with two exceptions, don’t give up and don’t kill yourself.
But this is a bad week in a string of bad weeks. We need some re-enforcement. So here are some emotional self care tips to hold us as we intentionally move forward.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Jo Burgess from Life Sorted suggest monitoring your internal dialogue in a post called Simple ways to practice emotional self-care and transform your life. A Compassionate Guide to Anxiety During the COVID-19 Pandemic Part 1: Understanding Why We Are so Anxious Right Now
School Library Journal has #BreakTheStigma: 14 Nonfiction Mental Health Books for Children, Tweens, and Teens There is also a collection of 25 books via A Mighty Girl on helping our younger beings understand what is going on and how to deal with it.
Marquita Herald, of Emotionally Resilient Living post on Why You Deserve to Make Emotional Self-Care a Priority. One of those tips is to understand that it is ok not to be ok.
Steven Jacob post about how he embraced Self-Care Is Not a Luxury: How I Learned This as a Brown Guy Jane Taylor's Habits for Well being post on 22 Ways to Practice Emotional Self-Care and Letting Go Disclaimer:
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We don't just talk the talk about these parts, this is a living on-going learning process about how to exist in this time with an anxiety disorder.
In this episode, how I headed off a panic attack with a can of frozen orange juice. And more to the point, adjust your symptoms management to the situation.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: https://www.kpbs.org/news/2020/may/13/act-now-to-get-ahead-of-a-mental-health-crisis/
From the Psych Hub website there are two videos of interest, the first being a video explaining what compassion fatigue is and some of the things folks can do to handle it. There is another video about what is anxiety, the types of anxiety and the availability of treatment. These videos introduce the concepts and give you initial information. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association (SAMHSA) also has a fact sheet on compassion fatigue.
How to Find Balance During this Stressful Time is an article by Dominique Apollon about creating a safe, caring environment for yourself. SAMHSA Fact Sheet on Sheltering in Place, what to expect and ways to cope with being inside for long periods of time.
Simple Habit is a meditation and mindfulness app that you can download via Google Play or Apple Apps Store. You can visit the website to get a sense of the kind of content and does it fit your needs. Disclaimer:
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In this episode, a look at a disorder that is commonly mistaken for shyness. It isn't about shyness or being bashful. Social Anxiety Disorder (aka Social Phobia) affects a lot of people. According to the Andrew Kukes Foundation, that is 1 in 8 people or 15 million people. Social Phobia is an irrational believe that a person is being observed and judged. The belief is so strong there are physical symptoms and the disorder has the ability to disrupt and impact the quality of a person's life. So let's take a look at the disorder and look at resources that can help folks deal with it. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The National Institute of Mental Health has a fact sheet on Social Anxiety Disorder AKA Social Phobias.
The Social Anxiety Association has an information page with definitions and treatment options.
Anxiety and Depression Association has a page or two on Social Anxiety Disorder.
Andrew Kukes Foundation for Social Anxiety (AKFSA) YouTube Channel has videos from therapists, former clients, and other people associated with the condition. VerywellMind's page The 9 Best Books to Help With Social Anxiety Disorder of 2020 National Social Anxiety Center questionnaire called the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale to find out if you have social anxiety. You also can check out their blog about issues relating to social anxiety. Disclaimer:
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Perhaps there is a better way for both of us to have what we want, occasionally, and eat better 90 percent of the time. We gotta pay attention to both mental and body systems.
We have to focused on taking care of the brain and brain functions. One of the ways we do that is by making better food and nutritional choices. So in this episode, a really simplistic definition of oxidative stress and some of the foods and supplements that can keep the free radicals in our bodies from gunking up the works.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The Cleveland Clinic has a page on 7 Tricks to Manage Anxiety.
Author Veronica Roth has an opinion piece in the New York Times about going off her anti-depressant medication under stay at home orders
The Breethe (double ee) app is available via the Apple and Google app stores. There is also a Breethe YouTube channel that answers some questions about meditation,
Vitamins and Mineral Fact Sheet from the International Food Information Council Foundation.
National Institute of Health - Office of Dietary Supplements
- Vitamin B6 Fact Sheet
- Vitamin C Fact Sheet
- Vitamin E Fact Sheet
- Lycopene via the International Food Information Council Foundation
Dr. Uma Haidoo's article at Harvard Health on Nutritional Strategies to Ease Anxiety. Disclaimer:
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In this short episode, a look at some of the resources you can use to understand how creativity can help you get an understanding about anxiety, or help you cope during isolation or remind yourself to have something to look forward to. We all need that. We really do.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From Boing Boing, a trip back to the musical past of 1969 with Tom Jones wailing with Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.
Céline Terranova post on "Don't let anxiety kill your creativity" from The Part-Time Artist.
Artist, author, dad and blogger Austin Kleon e-mail newsletter has pulled me out of a depressive dive or two.
There is a 2014 TEDxCharlotte talk from Sharon Dowell about Anxiety as Fuel for Artistic Creativity. There is also a 2015 TEDxProvidence talk from Jeffrey Sparr on Using Art to Combat Anxiety.
Felt Magnet How can I be more creative as an adult? There are ways to tap into that inner stream.
Autin Kleon, How to Make A Zine From A Piece of Paper, a very short video.
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In this episode, a look at affirmations. Not as a linguistic vending machine. Or a means to be financially powerful. I'm viewing affirmations as a tool to support healing.
Not the only tool to be used but as a means of support, nourishment, encouragement and self-care.
We are humans. And are hard wired to seek certain things in order to be functional and stable. We don't have those things and we get a little crazy. And then a lot more crazy.
Affirmation are not for everyone.
There are people who are task or function specific. Speaking words of encouragement to themselves isn't comfortable to them. They view it as a waste of time. Easier to take a pill.
Some people do believe that there is a separation between the mind and body and only want to focus on their symptoms.
Whatever you believe, I hope that you would try to see affirmations as option to be kind to yourself.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
In housekeeping news, posting new episode will be more fluid. Spending too much time on the computer makes my eyes unhappy. Probably shifting to the weekends. I do know that I will be posting with a day ending in y.
Resources Mentioned:
Ronald Alexander, Ph.D has a post on Psychology Today on 5 Steps to Make Affirmations Work for You
Ezz at Through The Phases has a whole list of affirmations specifically for anxiety conditions like OCD, general anxiety and social anxiety.
Verywell Mind Has a post on Positive Affirmations to Relieve Anxiety and Stress.
Louise L. Hay was an author, motivation teacher and became a publisher of affirmation and spiritual books, video and now podcasts.One of her books to consider is You Can Heal Your Life. The link is to an audio study course version of the book.
Her company, Hay House, is still in existences and produces new materials. There is a section of the website that contain free resources like the Affirmations Coloring Book. This is a 96 page PDF, however, due to the file size, it can take a long time to download, even on a decent connection.
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It is a mess. It is a time and wowzer, every day a pip. Trauma is waving the freak flag and there are people that are hurting. This includes you and me. What should have been and what's going to be are not something that can be predicted.
We have been changed. We are in a state of change and along with the bad stuff is the potential for some good stuff too. But first, we have to recognize that we are fractured and need some healing invisible Spackle to get ourselves in a better place.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: In an article for Prevention Magazine, Carson Daily talks about having general anxiety disorder and how he treats with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
From Zagat Stories, Chef Eric Ripert uses meditation as a tool to run his kitchen and bring calm to his life.
Leslie Sanson has a series of videos for walking at home. To get a sample of what that is like check out the YouTube channel. There is also Walk At Home Digital Access is a subscription service that provides training and motivation to have daily in-door walking exercises.
Mindful Magazine Digital Special Edition on Difficult Emotions. For those that want the pulp version you can get that too.
Also on Mindful is an additional resource: Four-Minute STOP Practice from Rhonda Magee, how to re-set a potentially testy situation.
At the Chopra Center is a post on seven affirmations for self healing.
Ananda Leeke has a blog post about We are resilient. She also has a podcast on Soundcloud. She gives tips about how to reconnect with the power source inside of you.
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I go between being rock solid to a quivering mess. Especially when people are making economic decisions about my worth on the planet. I don't know, something about it just doesn't sit right with me.
We do things differently around here. Inconsistent as well as predictable.This time out it is a look at certain music videos that might serve as reminders of some self-care techniques.
This time it is a look at specific music videos that might speak to the anxious in the ways that the normals might not make a connection. But you might.
And it might help you remember a self-care technique that could help you feel more comfortable.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Voices in the Head and/or Existential Dread
Falling on Deaf Ears: When Others Don’t Honor Your Voice, blog post by Kristina Kelly
Til Tuesday Voices Carry
Gnarls Barkley's Crazy from the album St Elsewhere.
Depression or Is the Sky Blue? Really…I’ll take your word on it. 9 Ways to Take Care of Yourself When You Have Depression by By Margarita Tartakovsky
Godly and Creme with a simple visual meditation about the nature of being in pain and being vulnerable, Cry.
Mr. Johnny Cash with his haunting rendition of Hurt.
Doom and Damnation Party I'm Alright Jack! Six Different Types of Grounding Exercises for Anxiety & Intense Emotions by Lexi Schimdt
Split Enz I Got You with the lyric I don't know why sometimes I get frightened.
Boomtown Rats I don't like Mondays based on a school shooting in 1979.
Oukast - Idewild Blue/Don't Chu Worry About Me
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I feel like it has been five years in this one week. It has been a pip of a time with more to come.
But we got work to do. This is the next episode on organizing your thoughts to come up with a decision grid to help you see what you want or need to do about treatment.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: BBC post about protecting your mental health during these times. Really good advice for reducing your news intake and strive for quality resources, reduce your social media and find ways to stay connected.
From Maxwell Software there is the Pocket Meditation app for iPhone and iPad. There is a free and a paid version.
Buddify offers you a selection of options that meet your needs. There is a guided and unguided modules, the ability to track you meditation time and other features. It is available on Android and iOS devices.
Resources for researching medication options:
- American Depression and Anxiety Association
- Helpguide.org
- Consumer Version of Merck Manual
- The state of Connecticut has a good pdf called Medication Used for Behavioral & Emotional Disorders.
- Women's Health.gov
The Treatment Options for Vets website is designed to help veterans, family members understand and navigate the treatment process of various conditions. They have an example of a treatment decision grid for depression.
As promised, shoe repair and restoration videos:
- $15 Thrift Store Challenge - The Elegant Oxford
- Total Shoe Restoration - Trent and Heath
- Red Wing 9106 Resole - Brian the Bootmaker
Example of simplified treatment options decision grid:
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There was so much chatter about the fear reactions to current events I felt that I needed to put my two cents in. I'll continue the treatment plan episode next time, but in this moment I ask you to even more so take care of yourself.
Be kind to yourself. Control the amount of garbage you ingest from certain media sources.
Pick up a bottle of ginger ale. I leave the brand to you personal choice, in case you do feel a little grippy.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From Mindful.org A Meditation on Working with Anxiety - this is a 30 minute practice that can help you get grounded and relaxed.
Don Weyant's 15 minute meditation podcast episode with a transcript of the recording.
From Stop, Breath and Think a 3 minute mindful breathing meditation on YouTube.
To learn how to make an home emergency kit visit the Build a Kit page at Ready.gov
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This time a look at the research part of creating a treatment plan that works for you. This next phase involves researching and learning your options. Two of those options that might be presented to you are taking medication or seeing a behavioral health professional.
Nothing wrong with those options. Well there could be if you don't have the money to access professional services. Or you don't want to take medication. Or see a therapist.
I would say that you need to be aware of what the options truly are before you shut any of them down. What does it mean to take medication, for a short period of time? Are you more suited to short term skill building therapy than long term talk therapy.
And is there anything else that you can try? (Yes, there is!)
So the research part of the plan is important.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Science Insider video on taking CBD oil for a week to help with anxiety.
Simon & Schuster publishing page about Anna Black's Book, A Year of Living Kindfully.
The Mayo Clinic has a pretty good consumer friendly page about anxiety treatment; it does mention the medical diagnostic process but it is open to other types of treatment and some home care and lifestyle changes.
Therapik allows you to pre-screen therapists to get a sense of who they are and their treatment style.
Prior Episodes Mentioned:
ARP 169 - To Medicate or Not to Medicate
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Many people have an opinion about treating anxiety conditions and disorders. Most of them are not medically qualified to take out a splinter from a toe. Myself included. Each person is unique and different and there is always a little something that gets left out when people try to sell you a cookie cutter approach.
So what does it mean to have a treatment plan? What goes into it? In this episode a question, and it is a dilly.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Pop Sugar article about the difference between anxiety and panic attacks/disorder.
Texas A&M University Wearable Technology for Mental Health
Insider article about Jake Paul, anxiety and more than one path. https://www.insider.com/jake-paul-defended-tweet-saying-anxiety-is-created-by-you-2020-2
Very Well Mind has a post on Understanding the Panic Disorder treatment plan, they talk about the traditional treatment plan approach.
There is also a page for those of you that are dealing with phobias called What Are the Goals of Treatment for Phobia which are different depending on the kind of phobia you have.
The music this week is called Meltdown at https://www.purple-planet.com/
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I’ve been doing a lot of reading and the abbreviation EMDR is coming up in many documents and websites. I don’t know what that is so I wanted to do a quick episode to learn more about it and find out how it can be helpful as a treatment option.
This is a quick episode on the definition of the treatment and some resources you can check out and follow up on.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The American Psychological Association has a page about EMDR, what it is, who is it for and the treatment process.
The Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International Association has a resource page for therapists and people interested in the process.
Every Day Therapy Podcast episode #60 has an interview with Jessica Callahan, LPT-C about EMDR This link is to the Apple podcast version of the podcast.
If you are interested in finding an EMDR trained therapist, there is a search feature at the creator of the treatment’s website, Francine Shapiro, Ph.D. There is also an information page for therapists and laypeople that describes and outlines the treatment.
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This is the second episode about trauma and the connection to grief and anxiety and how some of the symptoms of trauma and grief are similar to anxiety.
The goal of the podcast is to share what I have learned and continue to learn about having an anxiety condition or disorder.
I am not a medical or mental health professional. I am a fellow traveler who has experienced some of the frustrations and blocks to treatment. I want your path to be a bit easier than mine.
If you need support please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Sacramento Bee news article about the training of mental health nurse practitioners
CBS Denver has a story about a proposal to require annual mental health checkups as a part of having insurance.
California Health Care Foundation's fact sheet about the mental health nurse practitioners training.
Hospice Foundation of America page on What is Grief? and An Introduction to Grieving.
Therapy apps services Talkspace and Betterhelp
For whoever needs to know this, there is a magazine called Still Standing. The publication is for grieving parents and those that want to support them. There is also a Facebook Still Standing support group.
Show 183 a brief mention of the movie Honey Boy and a look a phone assistance warm lines.
From the radio and podcast On Being with Krista Tippett, there is a 2013 conversation with Bessel van der Kolk called How Trauma Lodges in the Body. You can listen or read the transcript of the recording.
Audio publishing company Sounds True has two items from Dr. Peter A. Levine, the first is his book on Healing Trauma, which can be downloaded as an e-book and a self-guided video course that talks about the connection between anxiety, depression and other symptoms.
Michelle Rosenthal article on Anxiety.org on The secret to processing PTSD grief is learning to mourn.
The music this week is Prohibition Blues from https://www.purple-planet.com
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For some but not all of us, our anxiety has a root in trauma. So in this episode a look at trauma, the definition(s) and some of the various forms.
A few housekeeping items. I’ve recently applied to be on Spotify. If you happen to listen or hear the episode on the service there may be ads before, after or during the podcast.
I have no say in it and I don’t get a flipping dime for being on that service. Many long-time listeners know that I choose not to accept advertising.
I think it would presents confusion and unintentional conflicts of interest.
For example, if I’m saying yes, no or maybe to medication and then a pharmacy ad appears for depression. I don’t want to give the impression that I’m endorsing or boosting a specific drug or product.
It is what it is. Until there is another way to reach more listeners without ads I gotta roll with it.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: From the Guardian UK there is an interview with Gisele Bündchen: a model life? In the interview she talks about using meditation, eating a plant based diet and uses Yoga to cure her anxiety. There are others statements in the article that are problematic. You should also be aware that Bundchen is in the wellness industry, which is not healthcare.She has a book to promote and has a wellness business.
The Encyclopedia of Phobias, Fears, and Anxieties at AbeBooks.com, Powell's Books and Barnes and Nobel.
Emotional and Psychological Trauma from Healthguide.org There is a 2019 Psychology Today post on What is Trauma? which has info about various types of traumas and treatments and a 2016 Trauma Tips for Understanding and Healing—Part 1 of 4 Disclaimer:
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No desktop Internet. At all. Have mini wifi that good for travel and email. Uploading audio?
Not without a fight and I'm losing it.
Will upload as soon as I figure out how w/o broadband.
A short episode but a necessary one in these times of palpitation. I want to talk about breathing apps and helpful breathing videos. It doesn't matter what the external world is doing, you need to focus on taking care of yourself. Breathing is one way to do that.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
The company that created this lovely two minute breathing videos seems to have gone out of business. I'm getting a 404 message, but it is still posted on YouTube and it is visually helpful. Posting it on the blog and other places that will allow it.
Resources Mentioned:
Breath Ball Breathing app has practice modules for anxiety, sleeping COPD and Asthma. It is available on Windows PC, MacOS, iOS and Android.
Breath Easy is a free simple app for Android and iOS, breathe in, breathe out.
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In this weeks episode, a caution about using Facebook as a health journal or health locker and what are symptoms and the ways that they show up in the body. Your body.
This time out I'm probably asking the equivalent of looking at your own personal boogie man. Identifying your symptoms. Not an easy thing to do when you are trying to deal with them.
It is important to know what you are dealing with because you can waste a lot of time pacifying a symptom when you could be dealing with the larger problem. (There are exceptions to this, don't take it as gospel.)
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources (Not) Mentioned:
National Institute of Mental Health overview about anxiety disorders.
National Institute of Mental Health page on social anxiety disorder.
Verywell Mind Revised post about anxiety disorders, symptoms and treatment options.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: When Unwanted Thoughts or Irresistible Actions Take Over page at NIMH.
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Little bit of everything in this episode, being broke, meditation tips from Sparrow and understanding some of the causes of an anxiety disorder.
And to treat yourself with loving kindness. Now and into the future.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Article on BrainFact.org on How Artificial Intelligence is Shaping Personalized Mental Health Care.
The Sun Magazine Essay Sparrow’s Guide To Meditation in the January 2020 issue.
Podium Runners 2017 article about 10 Mental Health Benefits of Running.
Medical News Today article on What Causes Anxiety?
New York Times 1619 podcast at Listen Notes.com
National Center for Biotechnology Information, via the U.S. National Library of Medicine The Neurobiology of Anxiety Disorders: Brain Imaging, Genetics, and Psychoneuroendocrinology.
American Physiological Association Answers to Your Questions about Panic Disorder.
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As I like to mention in the podcast, I have a long list of things that I am not. At the top of the list is not being perfect. I got lost inside of my head. Anger and depression can do that to you.
KWOL is an adaptation of an educational outline used for K-12 students known as KWL, knowledge, want to learn and learned.
The O in my version stands for option, what are my options going forward. So yeah I got lost on the road a bit but I found a way to help me get back.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: December 2019 NPR story about thousands of Kaiser Permanente Mental Health Care workers are picketing due to the overwhelming demand of patient work loads and wait times for seeing patients.
The FCC Proposes 988 for Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Hotline, currently the national number is 1-800-273-TALK but the goal is to have one centralized easy to remember number for assistance.
Kansas has a mental health assistance site for Kansas farmers and their families; from what I can see it is a collection of financial resources, existing governmental health sites and articles on mental health issues.
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Like the song says, sometimes we need somebody to lean on. Or talk to, human to human. In this episode a look at telephone support lines.
Also in this episode, my brief look at the movie Honey Boy, I can't say if it is a good or bad movie because it spiked into some vintage pain for me and I had to leave. I explain more in the podcast.
I can say that if you are triggered by verbal or emotional abuse then this might be a flick that you might need to watch in segments. Or not at all. Then again, it might resonate with you and give you a lot to think about.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: From Amazon Studies, a movie written by Shia LaBeouf which is a fictionalized account of his experiences growing up with a dysfunctional dad.
ADAA Online Support Group app is available to iOS users via the App App Store. You can also access the group via a link on the ADAA's website.
NAMI HelpLine for information about mental health conditions, resources and can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 am–6 pm, ET. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or info@nami.org
Warmlines.org is a listing of many of the telephone support lines in the U.S.
KPBS.org has a listing of the California specific warm lines, including the California Peer Run Warmline, San Diego's version and
Project Return Peer Support Network provides both English and Spanish language support seven days a week between 5pm and 10pm Pacific Standard Time.
Amala Hopeline for Muslim youth support 1-855-95-AMALA
The Trevor Project for LGBTQ folks with phone, text, chat and other resources for people under 25 or those that want to help that population.
The phone number for their telephone support is 1-866-488-7386.
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You are the only one that can decide what will work for you as you map out your path to wellness. So as I get up off of knees and work my own process, there are two apps to check out to see if they will be of assistance to you.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The Breathing App helps you to slow down your breathing - good for symptom control. It is available for iOS and Android devices. If you would like more info about the process you can visit the creator's website.
Wysa Chatbot App to help you handle your symptoms, record your journey and learn about taking care of yourself using CBT. The app is available via iOS or Android. The basic level of service is free, however there are fee based options for upper levels of service.
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There is a lot of marketing hype about the blankets. There are dozens of stories, but is there anything to support the popularity of the blankets?
And, should you get one?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The Cleveland Clinic article on can weighted blankets banish nighttime anxiety?
Mayo Clinic News Network story about the use of the blankets. There is a short video on the site talking about the findings or you can watch the YouTube version.
Harvard Women's Health Watch has some cautions about using the weighted blankets if you have sleep apnea, respiratory problems or chronic medical condition.
Sleep Junkie also has a page on how to wash blankets. They do not recommend washing weighted blankets. You might also want to check out their pages on Can Weighted Blankets Help with Anxiety and Insomnia? This site does have affiliate links but they are honest enough to tell you about them.
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Whatever causes flight or fight response pay attention to the part that it takes a while for your body to rev down. You have that energy in the body. You have to do something with that energy, that is the focus of this episode. Very basic. Simplistic. No barbells are involved.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
American Institute of Stress website definition of How The Flight or Fight Response Works.
Five Minute Stretch Video from Diet.com
Walk at Home by Leslie Sansone official website and YouTube Channel.
Billy Idol's Dancing with Myself Official Music Video
Harvard Health post on Can Exercise Help Treat Anxiety?
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I am not being metaphorical. What are your rights when a person, relative or police officer decides that you need to visit your local mental health hospital?
For most of us with mild symptoms chances are this is a very small possibility. But it can happen. It did to one woman.
For those of us with extreme symptoms or have family members that don't understand our symptoms then it could be a problem. The purpose of this episode is to help you consider how you want to handle this situation.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: National Public Radio story about woman held in the Emergency Room for 20 days.
Mental Health Declaration of Human Rights is a statement by the Citizens Commission on Human Rights
Mental Health America position statement about mental health care. There is a link on that page about a psychiatric
National Resource Center for Psychiatric Advanced Directive. This is a document you fill out and can be used to explain what you want done when there is a mental health emergency or problem. I would suggest you check out the FAQ page to get a better understanding of the PAD process.
National Alliance on Medical Health (NAMI) Legal Issues page, a some of it is what is desired, but there are items that are locked in by law; depending on what state or jurisdiction you live in.
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In this episode, I want to share specific analog paper-based apps known as books or workbooks that might help you with your anxiety symptoms or help you manage your condition.
Not all anxiety books and workbook are the same or are intended for everybody. Some are academic, some are low brow and some are task specific.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Hard Core Self Help F'ck Anxiety by Robert Duff, PhD. is for people that don't want to read self help books. F-bomb will be dropped but there are touches of humor as well.
New Harbinger Press version of the Anxiety & Phobia Workbook. There are ePub and PDF versions of the book.
Stress Management Workbook: De-stress in 10 Minutes or Less by Ruth C. White, Phd, MPH, MSW, this one is more functional and there are specific things to work on as you travel through the workbook.
Soothe Your Nerves; The Black Woman’s Guide to Understanding Anxiety, Panic and Fear by Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett.
The Anxiety Workbook: A 7‑Week Plan to Overcome Anxiety, Stop Worrying, and End Panic by Arlin Cuncic and Seth J. Gillihan, Ph.D. Ms. Cuncic also has a website for those of you that have social anxiety
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I kinda like the up, up and away part of travel. I don't necessarily like doing it in an airplane. And to be specific, that turbulence thing is nerve wrecking.
But I have what I need to deal with it and in this quick episode I'd like to share what might help you deal with actual fright of flight sensations.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Lauren Juliff is a travel writer who know what it means to have panic attacks and want to travel. She offers understanding and some tips on making the journey.
Melissa at Mindful Minutes gives meditation advice about handing the trip.
Check with your airline. Headspace is available on Delta, Jet Blue and United. Calm is available on American Airlines.
The Hilarious World of Depression has a mini episode that gives a lot of good travel tips and suggestions to make it on through to the other side.
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Last time I talked about Solution Focused Brief Therapy; basically, it is a goal focused short term therapy that looks at the problem, the tools that the patient or client has to deal with them and then a planned progressive goal to make solutions happen.
This time out it is a quick look at Humanistic Therapy.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: National Institute of Health Wellness Kit - suggestions and strategies on improving your emotionally health.
Everyday Health has a 2017 article on 10 Ways to Boost Your Emotional Health Through Improving Your Self-Esteem and Helpguide.org has a page on building better mental health.
Psychology Today definition of humanistic therapy.
There is a short Udacity video that explains what humanistic therapy is and the goals of the treatment. This video is located on YouTube.
Cornerstone Counseling in Canada has a video about Existential Therapy.
Association of Humanistic Providers page on Eight Perspectives on Staying Grounded When the World Seems Insane.
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This is a quickie cuz life is a bit to vivid today. I'm working on the Humanistic therapy episode and I hope to have it ready soon. In the meantime, I'm struggling with compassionate acceptance and I bet that you are too.
So I have three resources that might help you and me hold on as we rest up on the anxiety road.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: From Hachette Audio UK come a ten minute mediation from the Book Mindfulness for Health by Vidyamala Burch and Danny Penman.
From Greater Good in Action a three minute self-compassion break. You can read the text or head toward the bottom of the page for an audio recording by Kristen Neff.
And from Mindful.org Three Breath Meditations to Connect to Your Best Self
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I want to introduce you to some of the other therapy treatments that you might encounter. This week, Solutions Focused Brief Therapy.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Good Therapy.org give a lot of good information about the history, treatment options and some of the things to watch out about SFBT. The page is designed for mental health professionals but is is accessible to consumers.
From a site that looks like it was birthed in 1999, consumer readable pages about SFTB that are associated with the Adler Graduate School.
Psychology Today consumer level explanation of Solution Focused Brief Therapy
The Psychology Today Provider Database has a search feature that can find therapists that have training or practice Solutions Focused Brief Therapy.
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I am getting all kinds of reminders to go to a spa, buy water at CVS, take a shot of serum or a shot of something fermented.
If we step around the commercial appropriation of self care we might find something really important.
You can get might hungry on the anxiety road. One strong panic attack and you might be looking for that choco-chunk of pleasure. A moment of pleasure then comes the crash. Do you have to give up all the things you love?
Nope and I think I can make my case by a trip the imaginary Anxiety Road Diner and pursing the menu.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: DJ Magazine article about mental health issues for DJ and music professionals.
Voices of San Diego news article about building a facility to treat mental health patients.
Harvard Health Health Beat - Brain Foods Link to Better Brain Power.
US News and World Report doctor approved Best Foods for Brain Health
Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Fact Sheet on Age Related Brain Changes.
From ScienceDaily.com their article on Anxiety Might Be Alleviated By Regulating Gut Bacteria
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Being on the anxiety road to recovery is understanding how and what we eat and drink can affect the brain. In order to feel better, sleep better and possibly reduce your symptoms you have to eat better.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
The music this week is Troposphere from Purple Planet Music.com
Resources Mentioned:
From Psychology Today a blog post for those of you that have Social Anxiety - don't give up.
From ADAA.org some tips about understanding that Thoughts Are Just Thoughts: How to Stop Worshiping Your Anxious Mind
Harvard Health Nutritional Psychiatry: Your Brain on Food by Dr. Eva Selhub, M.D.
Cleveland Clinic Chief Wellness Office Michael Roizen, M.D. has a five page report PDF on Food for Brain Health.
Mental Health American page on Healthy Diet: Eating with Mental Health in Mind
HealthyBrains.org from the Cleveland Clinic seems to be designed for older Americans but the information about nutrition is true for everybody. The 6 pillars of brain health is worth a look.
UC Irvine page on Foods That Can Reduce Anxiety.
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According to the Medline Plus, “nutrition is about eating a healthy and balanced diet. Food and drink provide the energy and nutrients you need to be healthy.”
And that is what I want to spend some time talking about in the next couple of episodes. But I have a feeling thinking about food as a treatment option it is gonna be a hard sell for some of you.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Medline Plus definition of nutrition and other nutrition terms.
From the Harvard Health Blog - Nutritional Strategies to Ease Anxiety.
Everyday Health article on 9 Foods that Help or Hurt Anxiety.
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I'm in transit from one coast to the other. There is turbulence and not just in the skies. I forgot that my Chromebook can't edit audio so this is gonna be a bone naked episode. I found a way to record but it is a little weird things going on in the background. I'll do better, I promise.
I have two meditation apps that might or might not be of interest to you. If it works for you fine, if not pass it on down the line.
In the meantime, take care and I'll catch you next time on the Anxiety Road.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Information page at Care.com about the Free for School Teachers subscription to the meditation app.
Liberate Meditation app that has specific meditations for Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
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I tried not to do this episode. But I want to help. I want to stand with those of us that do mental health outreach and advocacy to say that we know you are going through it and we can see and feel your pain.
So I thought about it. Hard.
And I'm going to keep it simple. In the podcast I'm going to share what Traumatic stress is and a few coping skills and resources for people that know somebody that is in a world of hurt. You might not want to listen now and that is ok.
Just a few reminders for all of us;
- Take care of yourself and your loved ones.
- Keep working on that breathing practice; especially if you want to cuss out the idiot spewing hate and is proud of it.
- You might want to avoid social media for a few more days.
- This one is hard but try to dial back on the sweets and the booze. Hug up on the veggies and natural fruit.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies has a definition of traumatic stress:
"Traumatic events are shocking and emotionally overwhelming situations that may involve actual or threaten death, serious injury, or threat to physical integrity. "
The organization has short pamphlets on their public resource page that might help a person understand what is going on and how regain stability.
The American Psychological Association has a page about how to Recover Emotionally from a Disaster.
Everytown.org has a Emotional Support for Survivors resource page for those that have are are experiencing gun violence and they also have a resource for building a self-care plan.
Verywell Mind: Coping With PTSD Symptoms Following a Shooting
The music this week is Meltwater from Purple Planet Music
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Medication is often promoted or given as a treatment option. Yet within that option, there are choices and decisions to make.
It is ok to decide if medication is right for you.
It is equally ok that you don't want to take medications.
In this episode a look at some of the reasons why a person might decide to medicate or not and some resources to learn about anxiety medications.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
National Institute of Mental Health page about Mental Health Medications.
U.S. National Library of Medicine pages about Lorazepam, Alprazolam and Clonazepam.
For the non-readers among us there is a 2013 ADAA webinar video about Medication for Anxiety: Benefits and Side Effects by Dr. Beth Salcedo.
Consumer Version of Merck Manual on Anxiety Medication. Know that Merck is in the business of selling medication. Doesn't mean that the information isn't correct. They will recommend medication and or psychotherapy. There are additional options to consider as well that are not mentioned on the website.
Helpguide.org page on Anxiety Disorders and Anxiety Attacks. This site will provide you with information about anxiety disorders, the types and some alternatives to taking medication.
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One of the thing you might experience with an anxiety condition is the bloat. Specifically abdominal bloating. And one of the ways that you get the bloat is by sucking in too much air or your have a combination of air, fermented food or gas in your stomach.
How did that air get in there? There are some possible reasons:
For some of us, it is that choking sensation and you are trying to get in enough air and you are taking it in via your nose and mouth.
Another possible cause is emotional eating. For some of us, it is woofing down our food to feel better at a high rate of speed.
So in this episode, what you can do about the bloat?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Abdominal Bloating Medical Encyclopedia page at Medline Plus, gives definition and a list of causes for the bloat.
Harvard Health page on Gas and Flatulence, the foods that can cause it and what to do about it.
SoYummy's page on 7 Surprising Ways Drinking From A Straw Could Be Ruining Your Health
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Many people are turning to mental health apps to help with their symptoms or as a way of accessing some form of treatment. In this episode, a look at the definition of mental health care apps, PsyberGuide to check it out and some examples of anxiety apps.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Wired article about how a company, Hims and Hers, are trying to bypass current FDA regulations concerning advertising and off-market use of medications.
US News and World Report article on What Mental Health Statistics Can Tell Us.
PsyberGuide a resource to help you find and evaluate mental health apps. The project looks at on-line, Android and iOS apps. Some of the mental health apps have an evaluation of their performance.
Food and Drug Administration instructions about Mobile Medical Applications.
Federal Trade Commission Interactive Mobile Health Apps Interactive Tool. This will give you an idea of the criteria the FTC uses to determine if an app comes under the jurisdiction of the FTC
Woebot App walked you through an attack or anxiety situation, applies cognitive behavioral therapy to help you learn skills on handing an anxiety attack. Android and iOS devices.
MoodTools can help track depression levels and provided you with coping ideas to keep you safe. Available for Android and iOS for a subscription or in-app donation.
Sleepzy, Sleep Cycle Tracker to monitor your sleeping habits. This is for iOS users. The device tracks your sleeping by microphone so there is no direct contact with the body.
My Noise Interactive Sound Generator Also the home of the Cat Purr Generator.
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In this episode, a look at the website Intrusive Thoughts for OCD folks, lots of good information at the site that those of us with anxiety disorders should check out.
Then a quick drive by on anxiety symptoms.
It is summertime where I live and I am going to be posting a wee bit less, probably once or twice a month during the summer.
I need a break and I do want to work on some new ideas and refinements for the podcast.
Not sure if it will be once a month or short episodes every other week. Don't know yet.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The American Psychiatric Association page on Anxiety Disorders
Intrusive Thought.org is a non-profit website that provides information about the spectrum of OCD conditions.
The International OCD Foundation has an information page about Obsessive Compulsive Disorders and has page to help you find qualified professionals experienced in the disorders.
National Institute of Mental Health - page on anxiety symptoms by the specific disorder.
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In this episode, a look at catastrophizing, which is a part of a little pack of demons known as Cognitive Distortions. These SOBs will have you doing a time warp and not the good one.
I gotta fess up. I am not perfect. Nope. As human as they come. And sometimes that means that I get caught in a time trap of catastrophizing a very small thing into the end of the world. Only thing is, the world doesn't end.
The thing gets handled and I feel like warmed over ice cream. There is a better way. Takes work and practice but we, you and I can learn not to do this. Before we can do better, we have to study the opponent.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: From the publication known as High Times, there take on mental health and cannabis for anxiety and depression.
From CNBC, CVS is planning on opening HealthHubs as their transition from retail to a health provider continues.
Jasmin Pierre's app The Safe Place is designed for African-Americans to take the stigma out of talking about and seeking help for mental health conditions. There are tools, tips, and topics that center around taking care of your health and your piece of mind in these challenging times. App is currently found on Android and iOS devices. There is also a video by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) with Jasmin talking about her journey to creating the app.
Healthy Psych's page on Identifying Cognitive Distortions. On that site there is a worksheet that can help you map out how you got lost.
Good Therapy has a listing of 20 Cognitive Distortions and How They Affect Your Life
For those that prefer a visual presentation, there in an infographic that makes some of the concepts more visual. You should also check out the PsychCentral post on 10 Proven Methods for Fixing Cognitive Distortion with a Law and Order-ish inspired worksheet.
David D. Burns, M.D. is a medical doctor and author of the book The Feel Good Workbook which claims to help those folks with anxiety and depression conditions. I'm posting it as an option, not an endorsement. I haven't read the workbook. A lot of the psych folks like it.
Doctor Burns has a the Feel Good website with a lot of resources, like a podcast and Facebook live videos.
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A quick pebble in the road on using grounding techniques, this time how to ground yourself using your feet or in a chair.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Naturopathic doctor Stephanie Cotes has a short list of grounding techniques on her blog.
The Anxiety Relief Project also has tips on grounding yourself, including the 54321 sensory exercise.
The Mighty has 15 grounding techniques that might suit you better.
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In this episode, do you have an issue about cleaning yourself? Is it because you don't have time, energy or is it because you are depressed or do you have a water phobia?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Essay on the New York Times website about a woman being in treatment for hording and OCD having to handle her condition and a relationship that developed during her treatment.
Colorado voters are considering decriminalizing certain types of drugs that might have an effect on people with severe depression or PTSD. The Colorado Sun has a write up about the topic.
Mental Health.gov quick definition of phobia. Also there is a short page about depression which is a definite road dog to anxiety conditions.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America page on depression because that is also a part of folks having an anxiety condition. Also at ADAA.org there is a chart that shows the overlapping relationship between depression and generalized anxiety disorder.
Verywell Mind has a detailed page of the medical conditions, ablutophobia, fear of bathing and aquaphobia. aka water phobia.
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It is still Mental Health Awareness Month 2019 and I would like to have a cuddle toy. I can't quite afford the one that is mentioned in the podcast but I'm certainly interested. This time out, five things to be aware of before you commit to the couch.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Thrive Global about how one person uses breathing and meditation to deal with social anxiety.
Article on BillyPenn.com about how some substance abuse treatment centers are using gardens and farming to provide additional treatment to the patients.
The Somnox Sleep Pillow is designed to help you get to sleep. It is a robot that will coach you on breathing patterns, simulate heartbeats or provide soothing sounds to guide you into the sleep zone.
Digital Trends Contributing Editor Andy Boxall spent a night with the Somnox and you can get a sense of how it works by watching the video on the page.
Open Path Psychology Collective and Psychology Today have searchable databases of providers.
The American Depression and Anxiety Association has a Find A Therapist page
Healthguide.org has a very extensive page about Finding a Therapist Who Can Help You. They define terms, provider options and questions you should ask when considering going into therapy.
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It is one of those days when you can't churn a whiff of air let alone a thought. I've tried for five hours. And then the anxiety kicks in, and then the symptoms. So, I'll finish up the therapy episode next week but in the meantime, here are three things you can try to help with symptom control.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
An audio meditation on How to feel Safe, Content and Connected by Rick Hanson at Mindful Exercises.
From the Fort Refuge Survivors Community are even more grounding tips. If your anxiety is caused by trauma or assault this might be a place of interest to you.
From Jocelyn St.Cyr, LICSW, Grounding Techniques: Individualized Coping Skills That Really Work
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One of the treatments for an anxiety condition is therapy. Specifically, mental health therapy. And people will yack on about getting help. What they don't tell you is how to do that. In this episode I am going to try to talk about actionable things you can do to tap into the treatment flow.
I will be truthful; it isn't always easy. Or affordable. But let's see if we can crack this nut.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
May is Mental Health There is an ad campaign in partnership with Burger King about having a certain kind of meal, a Feel Your Way kind of meal. If you would like more background you can visit the Mental Health America page about the partnership.
The Good Man Project has a post about modern man and anxiety.
The American Depression and Anxiety Association has a Find A Therapist page on their website that allows you to enter your location and pick the type of specialty that you want your therapist to have.
They also have an infographic that helps you understand the type of questions and things to think about when selecting a therapist.
Open Path Psychology Collective is a non-profit organization to help you select a therapist. This services is specifically designed for people who do not have insurance, have janky insurance or they need to keep their condition on the down low at their company. The link is to their FAQ page.
The Psychology Today website has listings for marriage and family therapists, counselors, licensed MSW, and other mental health professionals. Your can view their profiles and get a look at their standard rate for services.
The APA Psychology Locator helps you to find a psychologist in your area, you can start with just your zip code or state and then filter for the things you want in a psychologists; like accepting your insurances.
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There are all kinds of therapists out there and it isn’t easy to find a good fit. Because therapists are still people, even the ones in the app. It could happen that you start with person A but it isn’t working out. You take a break and try again with person B.
So in this episode, at look at some of the questions to ask yourself about what you want in therapy and how to pre-screen therapists.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Minnesota Public Radio report on how insurance company UnitedHealth withdrew funding for mental health services from patients in need. You can listen to the report or read the transcript on the website.
The Verge article on mental health apps sharing information about users to third parties.
NBC News posted an interesting piece by performer Lizzo about self-care.
Healthguide.org has a very extensive page about Finding a Therapist Who Can Help You. They define terms, provider options and questions you should ask when considering going into therapy.
Dr. PsychMom's post on Should You Choose a Therapist That Is Similar to You?
Therapick allows you to watch videos of therapists to find the one that you like or feel a connection with that person. You can filter for location, preferences and if they do or do not take your insurance.
Talkspace is a online service that help connect you with a therapist. There is a weekly fee for services but you also get the ability to check in via text when you need to.
Better Help also is a service that aids you in locating a therapist that you can access via live chat or a voice session.
Music for this episode is from Purple Plant Music at https://www.purple-planet.com
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Very few people talk about therapy options. Or about access to options. Or how to decide on what kind of treatment you might need and that you do have choices. Some treatments are real world human based and some are delivered via technology.
The goal is to find the right help for you. It might take a bit of effort but you are worth it.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Wyoming Public Media story about transportation access to mental health care in the state. There is a transcript of the radio story on the website.
Latina women who actually live in Cochella have a storytelling project that addresses the needs of their community. KQED has a post on their website where you can listen to the interview or read the transcript.
There is a story from KWY Newsradio about a New Jersey law requiring insurance companies to have equal levels of service for mental health conditions as they do for physical health conditions.
Healthguide.org has a very extensive page about Finding a Therapist Who Can Help You. They define terms, provider options and questions you should ask when considering going into therapy.
Talkspace is a service that connect users to a licensed therapist for online counseling. This is for non-urgent aid and assistance. There is a fee for the service.
BetterHelp is another online service that connects you to a licensed therapist. You have the options of having text, audio only or video sessions.
Glen and Friends Cooking ASMR videos:
- 10 hours of boiling water
- 1 hour of boiling water
- 1 hour of club soda fizzing
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Having a paper and projects due will not deter me from making with the goods. In this week's show there is a quick look at Vitamin B-12, what it can do for you and why it is important to make sure you have enough.
If you don't, there could be symptoms that simulate depression or anxiety like conditions. Or possibly make your depression and anxiety symptoms worse.
As always you want to be evaluated by your heath care provider to make sure your body has what it needs.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The Mighty article on Big Sean decision to go to a therapist.
New York Times article on Can What We Eat Affect How We Feel? Duh, yeah!
Dr. Drew Ramsey About Us page with his credentials and who he is and why his is on this path.
NIH Office of Dietary Supplements Fact Sheet on Vitamin B-12 There is also a 212 page list of natural and processed foods with the amount of B-12 contained in the product. Meat products have it, non-meat products do not.
Harvard Health Blog on what Vitamin B-12 deficiency can do to you.
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As we spin around from chaos to chaos, there is a need for the connection with the other. Somebody to talk to or somebody to listen.
In this episode, a quick look at resources that you can use when you need to reach out.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The Today show post about burnout or depression and how can you tell the difference?
ADAA.or has for March 2019 the theme of Social Anxiety. I'm linking to a Twitter chat that happened in 2018. There may be an answer to a question you have about the condition.
NAMI HelpLine has a FAQ page about the service.
Warmlines.org has a listing of local and regional phone support lines. Some of them only operate a few hours of the day. Many of the warmlines can only assist people in their geographical area.
7 Cups FAQ page on the service and how it works.
SuperBetter App - in the podcast, I mentioned that it is in the Apple App Store but it is in Google Play as well. You can also play on the website.
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If you are noticing a few more pebbles in the road it is because I am taking a class or two to increase my knowledge base and feed my need for information. This is a quick episode on what I'm doing and a resource or two for you to get a grip on our bug-a-boos.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The Second City Improv for Anxiety workshop has a therapy component and classes for people that have mild to moderate social anxiety or a fear of public speaking. This is a real world class that is held in Chicago, Illinois.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a tips page on how to deal with stress and anxiety. No, you can't control everything. Yes, you can find ways to cope.
2017 post from Talkspace about How to Get Rid of Anxiety, Separating the Good from the Bad. You can't eliminate anxiety. You need it to survive. But you can get it back into a normal role of support and not dominance.
The music this week is from Purple Planet Music at Purple-Planet.com
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Now days everybody is trying to help you by selling you something. You don't have to accept or reject everything you read but you can take the time to check it out. In this quick episode, a look at Bananas, can they help you with symptom control or not?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Music in this episode is from https://www.purple-planet.com
Resources Mentioned:
National Nutrition Databases for Standard References on Bananas,
State of Massachusetts Public Health Blog has an post about bananas and four other foods that can help boost moods.
National Institute of Health Office of Dietary Supplements has a consumer friendly page about Vitamin B6 which for those of us that have problems with depression could be interested in reading more about it.
If you must go the distance with this then check out the Banana Kale Smoothie. Those of you on Keto, Paleo or Low Carb look away.
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You say you don't have time to meditate. I say you might be wrong. In this episode, I want to point you to a couple of short meditation experiences that don't take up a lot of time but might help you to feel better.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Fragrant Heart Meditation Center has a one minute calming meditation, with or without music. You can listen free on the website or purchase to download the mp3 recording.
Insight Timer has free and a paid subscription meditation app. This is a sample of a meditation by Don Reed Simmons that might be a match for your spirit. If you like what you hear you can download the app and get more content.
Tara Branch is a well known teacher of meditative practices. On her website there is a brief meditation called Arriving in Mindful Presence.
At Just a Minute.org you can download one minute meditations, Try the Feeling Safe meditation. What is need about this site is that you can read the text version of the meditation first to see if it suits your spirit.
If you need a bit more then I want to point you to the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center page of meditations. Most are under ten minutes or twenty minutes.
Music for this episode is from https://www.purple-planet.com
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In this episode, a look at the Lego Fish Building Kit, a new site called PsyberGuide for mental health apps and a brief overview of some of the over the counter drugs and other medications that could have an effect on your performance.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The website PsyberGuide.org reviews mental health and wellness apps. You can select your criteria for treatment and the app will give you what it knows about the app and possible effectiveness.
MedLine Plus information sheet on Diphenhydramine which is found in sleep medication, cold and flu medication and other similar products. You can view the brand name over the counter drugs that contain this medication.
MedLinePlus has a page listing drugs that can cause impotence.
AARP page on 7 Meds that Can Wreck Your Sex Life. Benzodiazepines made the list.
Psychology Today - Do You Take Drugs That Might Cause Sex Problems?
Diabetes.org page about diabetes, treatment and men.
Cleveland Clinic on Diabetes and Female Sexuality; how the diabetes can have multiple influences on women.
University of Santa Barbara Sex Info Online page on Sex and Anxiety Disorders. It lists the many anxiety conditions, medication treatment options and some of the side effect that might happen.
Mayo Clinic on Chronic Pain Can Interfere with Sexuality
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Having libido issues while having anxiety attacks or symptoms is complicated. But before we can talk about lack of or too much libido and what that means to us as anxious people we must first admit that we want to metaphorically gnaw on some bone.
For those of you from certain faith based tradition that believe that sex is for reproduction only and lust is a sin and you just want to know how to stop having spasms in your arm, not about sex stuff.
I understand but for the next two episodes I am talking psychology and body chemistry kind of libido and lust. You might want to look into the show’s archive for what you are looking for treatment options.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
LoveSync, a Kickstarter campaign to help people communicate about their desire for sex by pressing a button.
Consumer version of the Merck Manuals, for looking up drugs and potential side effects.
Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Science The Science Behind Lust, Attraction and Companionship
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Some of us have symptoms that are very visual. We wear our pain for the world to see. Is it possible that some skin conditions have an anxiety connection?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a Twitter account. Once a month they have a Twitter Chat. It is another way to obtain info about anxiety conditions.
Third Ear Sound Meditation App for Apple devises. To get a sample of sound bathing you can listen and view a sample on the YouTube channel.
The Singing Detective staring in this clip Michael Gambon, Joanna Whalley and Patrick Malahide.
Gizomodo post, Does Your Skin Affect Your Mental Health? looks at the possibility of biochemical interactions between a product, the skin and the brain. Or that having a certain physical skin condition might bring about a mental one.
American Psychological Association page on the link between skin and psychology.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) Connection has a post What is Psychodermatology? looking at the types of mind body connections when it comes to skin.
Psychodermatology: Four Myths That Can Keep Your Skin From Getting Better
7 Cups, a emotional support network that also has links to counselors or therapists for a fee.
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I'm not gonna lie to you. I'm angry. I've been this way before so I know I have keep finding ways to deal with living in a chaotic, crazy mixed up time when the truth is converted with a lie and a little shinola.
I need a chill break and I bet you do too. This is a pebble in the road on some meditation resources when you need to step back before you blow your top.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Trudy Goodman from Insight LA has a five-minute discomfort meditation. You can listen on the website or download the meditation.
Fragrant Heart has a page of free guided meditations that you can listen to on the webpage. There are meditations for healing, self-esteem and relaxation.
Chel Hamilton has Meditation Minis with episode 151 gentle meditation for anxiety and stress.
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center a meditation on Forgiveness Lovingkindness for Those Who Are Difficult.
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Lots to talk about in this episode, doctors getting burned out, more resources for managing stress and five things to know about the chemical Serotonin.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From Reuters.com article about physicians burnout. The Happy MD has more resources for those docs who need some help and speaks to them on their wave length
Medscape article on physician burnout, depression and suicide report for 2019.
The National Alliance On Mental Illness (NAMI) has a post on 7 Tools for Managing Traumatic Stress.
For iOS and Apple Watch users, Stepz App for charting your movement and steps throughout your day.
Health Harvard Blog on Nutritional Psychiatry Your brain on food and how the foods you eat can have an effect on your mind and body.
Dana Foundation on how serotonin keeps aggression in check.
Dr Alex Korb article on How to Strengthen Your Brain's Happiness Circuitry and his post on Psychology Today on Boosting Your Serotonin Activity.
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In this episode, more about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and some of the apps and resources you can use to help you deal with your condition.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The Too Tired Project on Instagram is a photographic exploration of what depression and anxiety can look like. 4,000+ photos are on exhibit.
US News article about the hard rock band Sufferer and their music, which is an auditory ways of explaining to others what depression and anxiety sound like. What is cool about this is that the band is donating a portion of the profits to the ADAA.
Ah, the Dummies books. It is a not so cute way to reassure you that you can handle the material in the books. And yes, there is a book call Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Dummies, 2nd edition. Wiley is the current owner/publisher. At the Wiley site, you can download a chapter to get a sense of how the authors handle the topic.
On Amazon there is another book called Managing Anxiety with CBT For Dummies that you can download on your reader or tablet. It is about 150 pages and it is a bit more focused on dealing with your problem. There is an abridged Audible version as well.
Stop Panic & Anxiety Self-Help app for Android users has info about cognitive behavioral therapy, panic attacks and what to do about it. There will be ads that will appear in the app. You can also visit the website Excel at Life's page on CBT to help change what they call irrational thinking.
What's Up? - Mental Health App for Android is also focused on CBT training. It uses grounding techniques, explains about negative thinking patterns, a diary and helps you to track when you feel you are in too deep. There is also an iOS version.
Pacifica is a two-fer, you can learn about cognitive behavioral therapy and meditation and more. The software can be accessed via the website, or as an iOS or Android app. There is a free version but there are also in-app purchase levels. Make sure you understand what you are purchasing.
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When I talk about self care, I am referring to real life things you can do to help yourself reduce symptoms and feel physically or mentally better.
The apps mentioned in the podcast can help you with breathing practice, sleep monitoring or to help you ground yourself.
I am not talking about the foo-foo stuff. No spa is involved, no special mud or designer robe is required.
So I got some apps, a web page and even something for those of you that have a device that you talk to from Amazon.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: FDA Statement from Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D. on signing of the Agriculture Improvement Act and the agency's regulation of products containing cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds.
7 Minute Work Out, give the app seven minutes and move your body. for Android and iOS devices.
Sleepzy, Sleep Cycle Tracker to monitor your sleeping habits. This is for iOS users.
Stop, Breath Think guides you through the process. This app is available for Alexa users as well as iOS and Android. Alexa users can go to the specific web page to acquire the app instructions.
Grounding Strategies page on techniques: there is a video and article on the page that will help you to learn how to keep yourself in the present.
Oh, I forgot. The sheep. If you need mindless videos to help you fall asleep don't forget about the sheep from Baa Baa Land. It is a mind wiper, for sure.
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A quickie on CBT and a few resources:
- The app Worry Watch
- American Psychological Association page on CBT
- Verywell Mind page on CBT
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You do not have to take medications for anxiety disorders. It is a choice. A choice that is made with information, self-compassion and resources that can help you understand what it means if you decide not to use medication for your condition.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The Anxiety and Depression Association of American has a short page about some of the alternatives anxiety treatments to medication.
Helpguide.org has a huge page about anxiety disorder information and resources. The founders of the site lost their daughter to prescription drug abuse, so the focus on this site is to present resources that are an options to medication.
There is a page on the Walgreens website that describes the various types of mental health therapy providers that you might find in the marketplace of mental health. Knowing what the titles mean can help you understand what the provider can and can't do.
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A packed episode with mental health resources, comic books about depression, WalMart providing space for a mental health clinic and five things you should know about taking Clonazepam aka Klonopin.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
AGDaily has a story about some of the stresses that food producers are facing; they need mental health access and resources.
The story points to a few of those mental health services available, some Canadian and some for U.S. farmers including the one from agriculture.com on mental health resources for farmers and ranchers.
Boston Globe article on Mental Health Therapy at Walmart? It is now a thing.
Book Riot list of Comics About Depression that are Too Accurate to Ignore.
Clonazepam Resources include MedLine Plus, Merck Manuals has a dedicated page about mental health disorders. The Mayo Clinic also has a page about Clonazepam.
Kaiser Permanente has an access point the Natural Medicine Comprehensive Database. I’ll provide a link to the Kaiser site; you will need to click the link on the left side of the Kaiser screen to access the database. You can check here for possible herbal interactions with Clonazepam.
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This episode I mention the Tetris Effect Game and a view about sleep from the perspective of the digital Hatfields and McCoys.
In the last episode, I talked about Surf Therapy for vets that have PTSD. Hanging ten isn’t just a great way to connect with nature.
Moving your body has a bio-chemical effect on your brain. If you have an anxiety condition and also have depression as part of your experience, then you might want to add some kind of regular movement.
It doesn’t have to be much, maybe taking a PE class at the local community college in something you wanted to try. I took a pottery class and I have to say it is a good way to have the opportunity to smack something around.
You know what you get to do in a potter class?
Pound the hell out of clay. Plus when you start throwing, shaping and spinning that will definitely take you out of the land of the digital.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Dana Smith has an article on the Popular Science site on how the lack of sleep looks the same as severe anxiety in the brain.
Engaget article on the Tetris Effect for Anxious and Distracted Minds
2017 New York Times article about Miwa Sada, who worked 159 hours of overtime in one month.
Business Insider looks at Elon Musk remark and offers their own spin on it. There is another BI article from August 2017 that mentions 30 bad things that can happen when you are sleep deprived.
To learn more about improving the quality of your sleep visit Sleep Education.org
If you want to learn more about how technology affect sleep there is a post on the Sleep.org website.
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I'm not kidding when I use the term X = the unknown treatment options and resources. On this road, there are new formed paths being created to deal with the problems that having PTSD or anxiety.
This path is the one of using the body and the elements to help heal.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From the website, Surfer Today comes a story about how surfing is helping vets and others with using surfing as a means of treatment for PTSD.
For those of you on Netflix, there is a documentary about surfing and healing called Resurface, it is about 27 minutes and gives you the basic idea of how this works. For those of you on YouTube there is a trailer that will give you a taste of the documentary.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has a dedicated page about military PTSD
Psych Central's article about treating PTSD with surf therapy.
The Warrior Surf Foundation has surf classes, coaching, adaptive classes and other activities for healing. Another resources is the The Jimmy Miller Foundation for Ocean Therapy.
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This is a quick pebble in the road about self-care tips. Despite my best efforts the symptom thing happened and I, as the adult and I as the inner child are both having a tantrum.
Only the adult part of me is pretending like nothing is wrong as I literally, cleaning up my mess. This is how you do it while taking care of yourself.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The You feel like shit interactive guide to self-care.
Ellen Bard article at Tiny Buddha has 45 Simple Self-Care Practices for a health mind, body and soul.
Nikki Andersen post at Highly Sensitive People about 20 self-care ideas, one of which is perhaps use some of that tension to declutter a space in your home, computer or your head.
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This is the second episode about adult bullying. Adult bullying is performed by a person or a group of person using power to harm another person or people.
It is repetitive. It does not have to be only physical. There can be verbal, sexual structural, governmental bullying.
The effects of bullying can last long after the events have passed. It might be a contributing factor to an anxiety, panic or phobic disorder.
This episode is focus specifically on adult bullying.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Mindful.org interview with Nana Vistor about how mindfulness helped her heal her pain.
Forbes magazine article about Seniors In The Deep South And Rural Western States Prescribed Most Benzodiazepines And Opioids
US Food and Drug Administration warning about seniors taking benzodiazepines and opiate level drugs.
2013 Greater Good article on How Bullied Children Grow into Wounded Adults
Workplace Bullying Institute FAQ on Workplace and adult bullying questions.
Therapist Debi Levine wrote in a 2018 post Adults who Bully that there are five types of adult bullies.
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In this episode we're going to talk about the definition of adult bullying. This is an introduction to the topic. Because some of you might not considered the possibility of your anxiety coming from this type of experience.
This episode will be dealing with adult bullying but there are resources that span generations.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Many resources are targeted to parents, children and sometimes teens but some of the information is applicable (in my opinion) to adults as well.
Stop Bullying.gov is from the U.S. government. It contains information about what is bullying and what is not.
Childhood bullying can have a lasting effect on a person's mental health article via Live Science.com
Psychology Today 2017 article about adult bullying by Preston Ni, 5 Ways that Adults Bully Each Other. Mr. Ni has e-book publications that address bullying and other topics.
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Google Plus is going away in August 2019 so I mentioned my conundrum of what to do next. In App that Attach, a wearable app to help you take control of thumb sucking, hair pulling and similar behaviors.
And a look at Valerian Tea and is it something that you can drink.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Keen by HabitAware is a bracelet that alerts you when you are performing certain types of behaviors like hair pulling or nail biting.
Kaiser Permanente has an access point the Natural Medicine Comprehensive Database. I’ll provide a link to the Kaiser site; you will need to click the link on the left side of the Kaiser screen to access the database.
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) has a quick guide about botanicals called Herbs at a Glance.
NIH Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet; a source to check if there could be issues about taking the supplement of your choice. Sometimes it has been tested, often it has not. A source to refer to if there is or could be a medial issue about consuming a herb or botanical.
VeryWell Fit has a page about the botanical with information about dosage and use. VeryWell Mind concentrates on using Valerian for Social Anxiety.
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Agoraphobia is the fear of having an attack in a place of in front of other people or in public. It is a kissing cousin of anxiety and panic disorders.
Don't worry, there will be more botanical tea information coming down the road.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
MedlinePlus has a good information page about Agoraphobia with some treatment suggestions.
National Institute of Mental Health page on anxiety and related disorders including phobias, social anxiety and other forms of the condition.
Psychology Today page explores Agoraphobia with specific mentions of medication options.
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Some people call it goatweed, Hypericum perforatum or St. John's Wort. It can be an invasive plant that has some medicinal properties. It is also a plant that has to be seriously evaluated before you decide to use it.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Physicians Steeped In Culture Of ‘Toughing It Out’ Often Fear Reporting Suicidal Thoughts, Mental Health Illness from the publication, Modern Healthcare.
California Board of Pharmacy booklet on Health Notes Alternative Medicines.
St. John's Wort Herbal Use and Medicinal Properties from AltNature.com
National Institutes of Health Dietary Supplement Label Database. You plunk in the name of the product, or you can search by ingredient or manufacture. This is the link to the St John's Wort list of products.
Verywell Mind has a good write up of St John's Wort and some of the cautions about it's use.
Kaiser Permanente has an access point the Natural Medicine Comprehensive database. Link is to the Kaiser site; you will need to click the link on the left side of the Kaiser screen to access the database.
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I'm caught between time and energy. I don't have either but I hope to get the next episode out by the weekend.
In the meantime, if you need something more than tea then I suggest a visit to the UCLA Guided Meditation page.
You can download an audio recording to help you chill out or relax before the next meeting. Or screaming customer service call.
Or a nation not united. Anyway, if you need more stuff you can also check out the ever growing list of Anxiety Spectrum Resources page.
Ok, gotta go...
In case you didn’t know or haven’t heard, there is traumatic stress.
Some of us have been caught between a rock and a hard place. Especially when what we experience is being discounted, disrespected and used for power and glory.
People who experience trauma have access to power, the power to engage in our healing and restoration.
I have three resources once you get past the pre-ramble.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned and Not Mentioned: Anxiety and Depression Association of America page on post traumatic stress disorder, talks about symptoms and treatment options. There is also a screening quiz to help you figure out if you have PTSD. You don't have to be a veteran to experience PTSD.
Grounding is a way to center yourself in the moment. But if in the moment you want to throw a brick at your television or phone you might need to move something to help you get that anger out.
Helpguide.org has a very good set of pages on PSTD, traumatic stress and more.
In episode 122, I mention a grounding technique with Cha-Cha beat. Along those lines, this is a quick video showing a relaxation technique called progressive muscle relaxation. One of many but this is short and it does teach you how to do it.
Just a bit more about grounding. Dr. Stephanie Cortes has an easy grounding exercises to calm the nervous system. Because sometimes your job is to stay in the present, not the past.
The Love is Respect site is designed for teens but apparently the older generation needs some help about understanding that forcing yourself on another person is not sport or boys at play.
For those in need of specialized help, consider visiting the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, to keep it on the down-low, use your privacy browser window or your smartphone's privacy browser mode for privacy concerns.
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As I mentioned in the show, you can have a cup of tea and take the time to do a breathing exercise. Or to meditate.
It is about taking the opportunity to take care of yourself.
This may not work if you have very young children or busy co-workers around you. But as soon as nap time happens then make yourself a cup of tea.
Resources Mentioned:
From NBCNews on New York state implementing mental health education as part of health and wellness; the goal is to help them be aware of concepts and health literacy.
Mindful has a page on audio and podcast meditation resources. Works well with a cup of tea.
Kaiser Permanente has an access point to the consumer version of the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. The link will take you to Kaiser and then you will need to click the link to the database.
Case Adams at Heal Naturally has more about the plant and some of the studies that have been performed to confirm the effectiveness of the plant.
VeryWell Mind has more information about how many cups of Chamomile you should drink or ingest in a day, by tea, extract or other means.
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) has a quick guide to Passion Flower and other botanicals called Herbs at a Glance.
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Depending on the type of anxiety you have, the intensity and frequency of your attacks teas and tisanes may or may not help you stop an attack but might help with symptoms management.
It depends. For the teas and tisanes to work you might have to make food and lifestyle changes: reduction of sugar, caffeine or other stimulants like energy drinks.
Just need to remind you that these are only suggestions. Please double check with your medical provider; especially if you are pregnant or are taking other medication.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Kaiser Permanente has an access point to the consumer version of the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. The link will take you to Kaiser and then you will need to click the link to the database.
Karen Bergeron's AltNature.com page on Passion Flower. It is a commercial site but provide balanced information about the plant, how much to use for teas/tisanes and other interesting information.
MedLinePlus has a listing of herbs and supplements, sometimes they have detailed info, other times the herb or supplement has not been studies enough.
From the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) there is a section of their website called Herbs at a Glance.
Verywell Mind on How is Passion Flower Use to Treat Anxiety?
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First up, a look at sucker bait headlines and then a brief recap of the last show, then dive in to definitions and what is and is not a tea.
Next, a look at where to buy your medicinal tea and resources on how to make teas and tisanes as well as some places to check out for the kind of beverages that might be of products that might be helpful.
I promise and pinky swear next time specific tisanes that are helpful to ease symptoms.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From Vox, an article on the growing niche marketing of selling products to people with mental health conditions.
2013 study in Gastro Journal on Consumption of Fermented Milk Product With Probiotic Modulates Brain Activity. The study was supported by Danone Research. There is also a press release version with plain English explanations by UCLA.
From KQED a 2017 article about how probiotics might help with depression
How to Find Your Perfect Cup of Tea and How to Make DIY Herbal Teas and Tisanes from Epicurious.
The Spruce Eats gives the basics on what a Tisane is and how to prepare a infusion or decoction.
Mighty Leaf has a health and wellness section that displays some of the botanical offerings and you should also check out Teavana and evaluate their herbal teas.
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Anxiety is necessary for healthy humans. It alerts you that there is a possibility of trouble or danger.
People with anxiety and panic symptoms have a response that is out of whack.
I've seen the ads that are telling me that drinking chamomile lavender sugar blended tea is going to kill my anxiety symptoms.
I know that is a bunch of hooey. But even before you think about sipping tea there are some other things to know about:
- Do you have a treatment plan?
- Do you know what ticks you off?
- Have you created an effective symptom control kit?
Some of these items I've touched on in prior podcasts and others I can't answer for you. I can give you a head's up about where to start to find answers.
This is part one of a mini series about teas for anxiety, panic and phobia conditions.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Action Planning for Prevention and Recovery - PDF originally designed for substance abuse folks there are some very good ideas for self care and lifestyle changes that .
The Anxiety Resource Page at Helpguide.org for non-medication mental health treatment information and resources.
From the US Department of Veteran Affairs, the Manage Stress Workbook, it ask you to be an active participant in your care and provides ideas and examples of what you can do to reduce your stress. Don't have to be a veteran to use it.
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In this episode, a look at the possible causes of an anxiety disorder.
I'm still on vacation light as I get some rest and plan out new episodes. I have a lot of good ideas in the hopper and I hope to start sharing them in a few weeks.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Helpguide.org has a page for those of you with panic attacks and panic disorders.
The Mayo Clinic has a page about symptoms and causes of an anxiety disorder
National Institute of Mental Health page about risk factors such as shyness, family members having a mental illness or financial hardship,
The music selection this week is Lanquidity from PurplePlanet.com
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Still on the vacation side of the fence for July and August. In this episode, I want to talk about how you can have a back-up plan to the back-up plan and how things can still go wrong.
I also mention about acceptance. Because there will be times that you will do the best that you can do and it will not work.
You will have an attack. Accept that it has happened and transition to taking care of yourself and doing better next time.
The music in the episode is by Purple Planet at http://www.purple-planet.com.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Rhiannon Picton-James article in the New York Times Please Stop Merchandising Mental Illness.
Louie Prima and Keely Smith in a spirited rendition of I A'int Go Nobody.
National Alliance on Mental Health page about anxiety disorders, treatment and support.
From 2017 on Anxiety.org post about the Link Between Experiences of Racism and Stress and Anxiety for Black Americans: A Mindfulness and Acceptance-Based Coping Approach
Verywell Mind post on Tips for Traveling while Panic Disorder and Anxiety.
Allie Mason of the Health Mason blog on planning for travel called Tips for Anxious Travelers.
Lauren at Never Ending Journey has 2014 write up about how anxiety/panic disorders affected her life and how she transitioned from being home bound to a travel blogger.
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It is summertime and it is a time to get off the treadmill and have some fun. I've heard people say it but I doubt that they do it. Or to be clear, those of with an anxiety disorder tend to take our bug-a-boos with us.
One of those bug-a-boos is depression.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Kaiser Permanente Finding Your Words site on Depression. You can take a self-assessment, learn more about depression symptoms or
John Moe's The Hilarious World of Depression. Comedians, writers, musicians and all kinds of folks talk about being human with this thing called depression. You might also want to skip on over to the Making It Ok site.
Johann Hari Now This opinion video on everything you know about depression is wrong. According to him. He is an author with a book to sell. My understanding is that he feels that it is not biochemical but loneliness. Social isolation. I agree about getting out in nature. I don't agree with other of his opinions but folks should check it out and decide for themselves.
And if you are looking for music to relax to I would like to suggest Purple Planet Music at www.purple-planet.com. I'm testing out new music for the show and this is the track called Shifting Sands. If you need something more guided you can always check out the UCLA Guided Mindful Meditations.
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Our need for symptom relief and safety sometime overrides our ability to connect to solutions or treatment. Maybe it isn’t necessarily about grit but resilience.
For us, our symptoms is that irritation that there is a problem. Symptoms will keep bugging us until we do something.
Grit can be used as a weapon. We might have a stronger one. Resilience.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Angeles Duckworth's book Grit, the Power of Passion and Perseverance. You can take the Grit Scale - how do you measure what you have on her site.
Coursera has a free course on What is Grit, Why Do Gritty People Succeed, and How Can You Develop Your Grit. You can get a better understanding of the psychological/character related meaning of the term.
James Clear has a lengthy post on grit in terms of mental toughness.
Greater Good Magazine - What's Wrong with Grit? It not a cure and maybe if you are hurt bad it can do more harm than good.
Character Lab page on what is (academic/success) grit and how it is a part of the overall human make up of the term character.
American Psychological Association page on The Road to Resilience.
Mayo Clinic on Resilience: Build skills to endure hardship
Psychology Today post by Brad Waters on 10 Traits of Emotionally Resilient People. Number 7 is very important.
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We tell people to go get help when there is a mental problem. But a reality is that doctors, who we hope would know better, don’t always do better. Not only the mental health symptoms but the physical ones as well.
This is a quick pebble in the road on some of the things that could happen and what you can do to get the care you need.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: KPIX news report on doctor's behavior at El Camino Hospital on YouTube.
SF Gate article and video of El Camino Hospital's doctor handling of an anxiety patient in the emergency room. The hospital has made an official statement.
National Public Radio story Failing Patients': Baltimore Video Highlights Crisis Of Emergency Psychiatric Care from April 2018 talks about the lack to training, resources and funding necessary to handle mental health and psychiatry health conditions.
Dignity Health page on Mental Health Emergency: What to expect in the ER
The Mighty on 11 Things I Want the ER Staff to Know as a Person With a Mental Illness
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Sometimes our cultural influences, memes movies, music tell us what to do.
The point of the episode is to look at your own views and understanding about grit as it relates to your experiences and your treatment path.
Not your priest, your drinking buddies, or even what The Batman would do cuz you know he isn't right in the head.
There are people that say this is a waste of time to put the anti-suicide contact info into blogs and social media. There are others that say yeah, you can do it and then what?
I understand how they feel. If a person is gonna do it there isn't much you can do. But if there is a chance to reach somebody then I'm gonna leave this right here.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources (Not) Mentioned: DC Wikia page on Seong Barclay aka Mystek.
Angela Duckworth's Grit Scale, a way of looking at how you approach a task or difficulty. If you would like to know about Ms. Duckworth's research about grit you can check out a TED video, Personal Grit as Key to Success.
Leo Ho's post on Lifehack.org The Beauty of Suffering or there can be no joy without pain.
Harvard Health Blog on Anxiety; what it is and what to do. Harvard Health also has a guide on Coping with Anxiety (they call it a report). Cost about $20.
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To be clear, I’m not talking about the pop psychology version, or the manly man version of grit. I’m talking about the innate sense that you know something isn’t right in your body. In your mind.
This is just a short introduction. Really simplistic. More of an idea generator.
Please do not kill yourself. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Wil Wheaton's Medium article on having depression and generalized anxiety.
The Sassy Psychologist: Stop being an a**hole to yourself in The Suburban (Quebec,CA)
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith talks about what he knew about Coach Lue's condition in March 2018.
ESPN full interview with Kevin Love, where he talks not only about basketball but also about having panic attacks. The linked version starts at the point where he talks about panic attacks.
The Sassy Psychologist website where there are move articles about mental health and socialization issues.
The Anxy Magazine. Issue #1 was about anger. Issue #2 was about workaholism and #3 is about boundaries. Disclaimer:
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How do you know that you are in burn out mode?
This is a quickie episode as I continue to face the pile of salt that I have to remove grain by grain from my life.
You get snow blind after a while. Taking a break is important.
Please take a break. That means shutting off your electrical devices too. Really. You can live without them.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources (Not) Mentioned:
The States of Burnout - you don't want to get to #3 if you can help it.
Trent Lapinski - How I Overcame Burnout, he uses meditation, exercise and cutting back on energy drinks.
Anxiety at Work - The Road to Burnout- from the honeymoon to full burnout.
Delilah Helton Eliminate Burnout – A Guided Meditation To Avoid Burnout
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Still deep in the salt mine but came up for air long enough for a look at Emotional and Soothing grounding skills.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources (Not) Mentioned: There is an on-line service called My Noise, a custom noise generator. They have all kinds of stuff but I want to call attention to the Cat Noise Purr Generator. Personally, it creeps me out but if you love the sound of a purring cat and you don't want to live with them then this is the app for you.
A great idea is to build your on self-soothing kit. Carolyn at Creativity in Therapy has some ideas on how to do that.
If you want to know more about self-compassion or would like meditations that focus on self-compassion then check of Kristin Neff's Self-Compassion Guided Meditations and Exercises
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Once upon a time there a dance known as the Cha Cha. It involved rolling hips, two people and a ton of great music. Cha Cha begat the New Cha Cha and then much later on the Cha Cha Boogie.
Can the Cha Cha help to get that nervous energy out of your body?
Maybe.
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This is a really simple form of progressive muscle relaxation. Inhaling slowly sends a signal to your brain that there is no problem, relaxation is okay, chill out.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources (Not) Mentioned: Kinetic Meditation - What is it and how can it help?
The Growlery's Six Different Types of Grounding Exercises for Anxiety and Intense Emotions
Using Grounding to Self Regulate Emotions PDF from the Truman Medical Center
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For people with anxiety, panic attacks and phobias there is a specific meaning about grounding skills and techniques.
For our population, it is the use of a skill or technique that can help you to re-center yourself to the present. In this episode a bit more details about the type of grounding you can use.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
National Public Radio story about CBD oil and federal study of the substance.
Healing comes from many directions. You might need a dose of healing from one of the many great lyrics from Hamilton. Atlantic Record has an official lyric page with annotations.
Dr. Patti Levin's handout on grounding. She include breathing, meditation and mindful walking.
Video from Joelle's Kernel of Wisdom YouTube channel on using grounding to deal with emotions.
Mind Fuel Daily on 5 Helpful Grounding Techniques for Anxiety
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Life is still kinda hectic; too much to do and not enough time. Except that there is always time to take care of yourself.
This is a short look at at a grounding technique that you can use to help bring yourself back into the present.
It might work for you or not. No worries, there is more where that came from and in the coming weeks there will be more of them.
Stay away from that ledge! If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
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In today's show a look at the CVS pricing tool and dehydration and the connection to the brain and anxiety.
You might be dehydrated.
You might have an anxiety disorder.
Or you could have both.
Also a bit of housekeeping; real life and podcasting are currently in conflict. For the next few weeks there may be missed or shorter shows.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
AARP report on CVS drug price information for consumers at over 30,000 pharmacies.
Lifetime Nutritional Influences on Cognition, Behaviour and Psychiatric Illness via Google Books - chapter on hydration and water. This is more for the science geeks among us.
Mayo Clinic Foundation page on Dehydration which contains a list of symptoms and how to prevent becoming dehydrated.
The Department of Defense Armed with Science blog has a page for soldiers who are consuming a lot of energy drinks that have high levels of caffeine. You might want to cut back or eliminate them from your diet.
National Institute of Aging on Getting Enough Fluids and FEMA.gov pamphlet on Food and Water Preparation in an Emergency.
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In this episode, an alert about FDA recall of specific vendors possibly providing Salmonella contaminated Kratom Herbal Supplements.
If you feel like you want to die and need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
US Food and Drug Administration mandatory recall of herbal supplements with Katom that could be tainted with Salmonella.
There is also a Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts FDA recall page that list the most recent product recalls with the names of the vendor so you can check out if there is a possibility of concern.
The publication Food Safety News has a write up of the recall effort; there is more than one article More Kratom Capsules Recalled for Salmonella Amid Outbreak gives some of the alternate names of the herb and what the packages look like.
KratomIQ is a informational site that provides basic information about Krantom, the benefits and potential for abuse by users and by some vendors of the product.
I am suggesting it as a place to read about positive and potentially negative information about the supplement. Be aware that the site does have affiliate relationships with some vendors. (They did disclose that fact in the disclaimer.)
Drugs.com information page about Kratom.
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People that have generalized anxiety disorder aka GAD worry. A lot. About anything and everything.
I think about it as worry machine. Something bad might happen, could happen or will happen. In this episode, at look at the condition, symptoms and on-line resources.
Paint it life, if you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
There is a post on Mindful.org called A Meditation on Working with Anxiety, basically, how to use mindful techniques to try to find the sources of your anxiety. There is an audio recording you can listen to or you can read the transcript.
The Conversation on Act Tough and Hide Weakness, how young men see themselves as living up to society standards of manhood. Part of living up to those standards seem to be ignoring mental and emotional health issues.
ADAA,org has a screening test if you suspect you might have GAD.
For information and treatment options there is the Generalized Anxiety Disorder page at Helpguide.org, this site is focused on behavioral health treatment and self-treatment options.
National Institute of Mental Health page on Generalized Anxiety Disorder: When Worry Gets Out of Control; you can download a PDF pamphlet or ePub version for your Kindle or ePub reading device.
In addition to the other sources, Healthline talks about life style changes that might be necessary to treatment your condition. This could mean dialing back on the caffeine or other stimulants.
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Coming back from a head cold, lots of news items to cover, the proposed post-partum depression bill in California. a federal bill to provide mental health services to farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers, a book, and an app or two.
Death might take a holiday but you don't have to join him. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: KCRB story about the possibility of a California bill to require doctors to perform a mental health test on their patients before and after giving birth.
Katherine Stone has a website that is devoted to issues about post-partum depression and treatment options called PostPartum Progress. Really good stuff about symptoms, treatment options and support.
Via FarmAid.org, a post about a bill to support mental health treatment in farm and rural areas of the United States. The the name of the bill is Stemming the Tide of Rural Economic Stress and Suicide (STRESS) Act (H.R. 5259).
How to Stop Freaking the %#$@ Out When Deep Breathing Doesn’t Work by Erin Pash and Kyle Keller. There is also an Amazon page where the book can be purchased.
I've mentioned the Simply Noise app before but this time want to point to the download section where you for a very small amount of money, can purchase the specific sound noise that meets your needs. Special shout out to brown noise, which seems to draw more yarns that is normal for this time of day.
Dan Harris 10% Healthier is geared to those folks that want and need the benefits of meditation without what they would refer to as the "bells and woo-woo." The app is available for iOS and Android users. Those of us on Windows Phones or on limited data plans can access the web version. There is a free section but there are also in-app purchases opportunities.
If money is an issue there are accessible meditation resources, The UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness has a number of mindfulness stress reduction audio files on a variety of topic. Those with limited plans might want to download the files onto your desktop and then transfer to your media device.
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Life got the best of me today so this is an encore presentation of episode #64, how to find a therapist and a look at the Talkspace app.
We all need a little help, if you need a little more, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
References Mentioned: * Anxiety and Depression Association of America Find a Therapist page Questions to Ask a Potential Therapist about Treatment via AADA * Tracey Cleantis Psychology Today article about Selecting the Best Therapist * Good Therapy.org Ethical and Other Guidelines to Seeking A Therapist * Helpguide.org on Finding A Therapist Who Can Help You Heal * State of California Booklet on Empowerment Brochure on Selecting A Therapist * Ofer Zur List of 22 Questions to Ask about A Therapist - really good questions. * Talkspace App for iPhone and iPad * Talkspace App for Android
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If you have anxiety, depression or have a phobia or two you know that sleep can be affected. Or you might not know. This would be a good time to learn about it.
Ulysses by James Joyce It is a fine book. I've tried but I can't get but so farm. You might be a far better person than I am. It is possible that Ulysses and Leopold Bloom might help to usher sleep faster.
You certainly can find excellent versions on Audible but might I recommend the 2007 version or the 2014 version at LibriVox.org
Life is what you have now. If the voices are telling you otherwise or if you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Association of American Medical Colleges page on the psychiatric doctor and related shortages of staff that are needed to treat Americans needing psychiatric help.
Your brain wants water. There are a number of water tracking apps - be sure to check out the permissions before downloading but you could check out Hydr-8 Water Minder & Counter.
If you have anxiety, depression or have a phobia or two you know that sleep can be affected. Or you might not know. This would be a good time to learn about it so one of the places to check out is the Anxiety and Depression Association of America's page on how Stress and Anxiety Interfere with Sleep.
The Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Get Sleep dives a bit deeper into the need for sleep, how it affects moods and how to assess your sleep needs.
Good Therapy.org and Tuck.com have extensive articles about anxiety, sleep and possible changes you can make to get a good night sleep.
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This is a short pebble on the anxiety road for members of the military, vets and family members. Meditation isn't about the woo-woo, it is about giving your body what it needs to recover. That can mean breathing or mindfulness practices.
There are meditation podcasts specifically for the military and two apps that help you get a grip on your treatment practices.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Military Meditation Coach is specifically designed for active duty, vets and their families to help them make use of this treatment option. There are a number of sources to listen to the podcast such as Soundcloud, Apple Podcast, and Facebook.
There is also an app developed by the Department of Military Affairs called Mindfulness Coach that is for iOS devices like smartphones and tablets.
You say you don't have time for meditation? Have you got seven seconds? There is an app called Seven Second Meditation, also in the Apple App store that can help you teach your brain how to chill out.
Breath2Relax is an app that contains breathing exercises to get that oxygen in your body. It also provides information about stress and how too much of the bad stress can wreck your health. The app in in the Android and iOS app stores.
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Quick look at a site call Mantherapy.org, and five resources for lawyers and attorneys concerning anxiety, meditation and depression.
Why a special episode concerning lawyers and attorneys? They are drinking themselves to death. They are killing themselves and others.
We need them and we need them healthy.
Hear ye, hear ye, don't be so stubborn. If you are thinking about taking your own life or you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
US News and World Report article on men's reluctance to seek mental health. It speaks to the reasons for the stigma and what to do about it.
Inside of that article is a mention of ManTherapy.org with content specifically designed for men about mental health issues.
Still under testing but the EmotionsCheck device and app look promising. It would alert you that your heart rate is rising and to begin a calming process.
ABA Journal news story on attorney shooting during holiday party.
ABA Working Group to address mental health and substance abuse issues in the legal profession.
Jeena Cho and Karen Gilfford have a book out called The Anxious Lawyer, An 8-Week Guide to a Joyful and Satisfying Law Practice Through Mindfulness and Meditation. There is also a meditation page that you can download and use when you need a bit of peace.
Dan Lukasik has the blog Lawyers with Depression.
Men Get Depression has a free booklet in English and Spanish on how to recognize depression, understand what is happening to you, treatment options and resources.
Hazelden Betty Ford Clinic video on Depression and Addiction in the Legal Profession.
American Bar Association Stress page with some tips, definitions and a long list of articles written by other attorneys who know how you feel.
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Peacock denied, a look at the anxiety numbers and introduction to medical marijuana and cannabis information resources.
Cry if you need to but reach out for support. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
National Institute of Mental Health visual representation chart on levels of anxiety disorder.
Live and Let's Fly article about woman attempting to board airplane with peacock. An adult peacock. United Airlines said no, three times before she got to the airport.
Elementa is a site that talks about women, business empowerment and has a section on the site about Cannabis 101
Medical Jane is a website that provides information about the medical applications of marijuana and related products.
Green Street goes into details about medical sublinguals, what they are, what they can do for you and why it might be a good choice, or not.
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One of goals of the podcast is to talk about things that are not comfortable. Or a direct cause and effect; if you do this you will fix that. Sometimes that does happen – especially in regard to breathing practices. Sometimes it does not.
On March 1, 2018 there will be new rules in effect if you claim to fly with an emotional service animal or a service animal.
Also, a quick look at bridge phobia with two resources to check out about phobias.
Ring the bell! The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Routers story on Delta Airlines reviewing their emotional support policy.
Delta Airline official policy on trained service dogs and emotional support animals. I've also included a link to the form you will have to fill out before flying with the animal.
CNBC story about Intermountain Hospital teaming up with other hospitals to make their own generic drugs. There is also the official PR information press release from the participating hospitals.
The Mayo Clinic has an understandable page about phobias and treatment options.
ADAA has a screener quiz to help you clarify if you have a phobia or phobia adjacent disorder.
The Simply Noise app can help you with finding the right sound for your needs, that could be a frequency noise or a sound of nature. Windows users can go to the download section of the website and select the items that will give an audio balm.
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The amygdala job is to decide if it is safe or not safe. Do you run or do you fight? The body gets the defense signals up, chemicals released, none essential system are put on standby. In this episode, a look at the amygdala and a possible treatment path for panic attacks.
You can't check out now, things are jumping. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Double-blind study on how Chamomile Capsules Ease Anxiety Symptoms for mild to moderate general anxiety disorder. It is a small group of people but it did have an calming effect.
Full study report from the Journal of Behavioral Therapy and Experimental Psychology on sleep deprivation and repetitive negative thoughts. There is a more accessible interpretation of the study at Newsweek Magazine.
Helpguide.org page on panic attacks and panic disorders. American Psychological Association page also have info on panic attacks.
The Amygdala in 5 Minutes video by Joseph LeDoux that gives a better idea of what it does and the body functions that are affected. Keep in mind the dude is a neuroscientist so it might be challenging to understand everything he is saying.
For those of you that don't know what self-care means I suggest a visit to The Self Care Journey.
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Still trying to catch some down time to relax and write. These two goals are not necessarily compatible but I gotta do what I gotta do. If you are new to the podcast there is a mention of the treatment options and four accessible resources.
If the tide is high and you need help to hold on please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America, factual and accessible information about the anxiety spectrum.
Anxiety BC resources for anxiety engagement and treatment.
American Psychology Association page on stress management techniques.
Anger Leads to Anxiety page on TinyBuddah
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In this episode, indirect and direct ways to handle or control your fear. I can’t tell you what to do; just offer options and resources.
Curse the darkness, if you are deep in the void contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: From NAMI, a guest post by Chelsetia Davis on Improving Your Own Mental Health
News story via the CBC - Man in southwestern Ontario charged after family attacked with bat amid shouts of 'ISIS'
Reuters news story by Lisa Rapaport about music therapy might ease depression.
British Journal of Psychiatry Music Therapy for Depression; it seems to work but how?
The Effects of Music on the Human Stress Response from the PLoS One
From the University of Minnesota How to Deal with Chronic Fear and Anxiety
Mark Tyrell's Uncommon Help.me has a sensory tip on how to be re-centered in your space when an attack happens it is part of his 5 Sure-fire Ways to Overcome Fear and Anxiety Today
If you know and understand what mantras are Tiny Buddha has 4 Powerful Mantras to Help You Deal with Fear and Anxiety
Melanie Greenberg, Ph.D Ten Skills to Manage Fear and Anxiety in an Unsafe World
For those of you that want your healing on the rough side or more direct I commend your attention to How to Permanently Overcome Fear at The Mind of Steel.
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I do go on a bit about two mergers CVS and Aetna and an insurance company buying a medical practice.
I do believe this will have an impact on consumers because healthcare choices will be affected.
In the second part of the show it is all about anger and anger management resources.
Resources Mentioned:
Health News from NPR has more on the CVS/Aetna merger, looking at what consumers stand to lose or gain. CNBC interview with the honchos from CVS and Aetna on the proposed merger.
University of Florida Health Podcast with transcript on how doodling can help you feel better. Reader's Digest has a detailed but consumer friendly version of the study.
Google has an app called Auto Draw; you can draw lines and play with the AI or you can make full blown images that you can download. You can access the app from your phone, tablet or computer.
Brain Pickings and Ursula K. Le Guin on Anger
Helpguide.org on anger and anger management. You might also want to check out the Emotional Intelligence Tool Kit
Dr. Stan Hyman on Anger Management Techniques: 31 Tips to Tackle Your Temper
Tara Brach has a 55-minute class on the mindfulness of anger.
Five Reasons You Get Angry by Robert Tabbli, LCSW maybe one of these folks bears a passing resemblance to someone you know.
Gary from Pathway to Happiness has a different approach. In Understanding Anger: Why Anger Isn't Irrational.
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A short episode this week but this is your call to action on doing something physical with your body. Progressive muscle relaxation can help to relax your back, your hands and your body.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
For you current and former soldiers there is a guide at the Veterans Administration on how to do PMR.
For folks in the law profession, there is the Solo Practice University page on how to relax with some tips and a PMR script from UC Berkeley School of Law
If you want to know more about progressive muscle relaxation you can check out a PDF guide at AnxietyBC.com
Grounding a 2:46 second YouTube video on hand progressive muscle relaxation.
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This is a brief look at the psychological or mental disorder aspects of the phobia. My goal is to introduce the topic and direct you to helpful resources.
I strongly encourage folks to talk with their medical doctors to confirm if what you have is a medical and not mental health disorder.
Tis not the time for the deep sleep. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: MindShift App - from AnxietyBC This link is to the information page.
Science Daily article Should Exercise be What The Doctor Orders for Depression?
You have to exercise your brain as well. From Duke University via Science Daily "Brain activity buffers against worsening anxiety."
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The International Paruresis Association provide information and resources about Bashful Bladder Syndrome.
Baz Chalabi has written an e-book called Shit Happens about Shy Bowel and has a website that speaks to some of the issues about that specific disorder.
Dr. Simon Knowles is at the helm of Toilet Anxiety and there are some free information resources on the handout page.
Hypnosis Treatment via an audio recording to help you self treat the disorder.
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The bogeyman is using the term mental health as a reason for not doing something. The bogeyman is unspoken until the fear is so great the term is used and then dropped like a rock.
In this episode, a look at the military drafting people with mental conditions and a definition of mental health, mental illness and mental disorder.
If it is getting too heavy lay down that brick and make the call, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: You still can contribute to Movember and if you or a friend need access to health care go to healthcare.gov
Article in Stars and Strips regarding the mental health waivers for people with certain mental health conditions to be able to join the Army.
White Noise Generator from Relaxio for Android and iOS devices.
The World Health Organization Fact Sheet on Mental Disorders.
National Alliance on Mental Health page about Mental Health Conditions.
The Mayo Clinic also has a tutorial on Mental Illness with a list of symptoms to help you evaluate if you think you have a problem.
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The federal enrollment period for access to health insurance is now November 1 to December 15 and time is ticking. Register at Healthcare.gov And if you don't need it but you have a non-tech uncle, aunt, granny or otherwise occupied friend pass the word and let them know.
Still Movember, so if you want to support the fellas access to health care, both physical and mental in addition to checking out the website, you can also track the campaign on Twitter. And if if you hit up on team #shamelessShache with a photo of your growth Warner Brothers Television will pony up $20 up to $40,000 smackers.
We all need a helping hand but some of us need just a bit more in dark times. If times are that bad contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Men and Depression information from the National Institute of Mental Health. You can also download a pdf version of the page, if you want to read it off-line.
Maslach & Leiter, p. 17, The Truth About Burnout (1997, Jossey-Bass Publishers).
Psychology Today article by Sherrie Bourg Carter Psy.D. gives an overview of what burnout is and what are some of the symptoms.
Stages of Burnout chart from Winona.edu can help give you a clue where you are in terms of feeling like you are in a mental charred zone.
There is a job based burnout self-test that you can take to help confirm your suspicions about being a bit crispy.
And if you want a glimmer of one person’s experience, there is a Medium article by Andrea Ayers.
The Simply Noise app can help you with finding the right sound for your needs, that could be a frequency noise or a sound of nature. Windows users can go to the download section of the website and select the items that will give them an audio balm.
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It is Movember and want to give a shout out to us.movember.com for their awareness and funraising efforts in support of mens physical and mental health. Grow facial hair for profit, run or spread the word.
There is one trigger alert you need to ignore, the one that is trying to tell you to end your life. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: The National Institute of Mental Health has an information page on what to look for when you need therapy, they use the word Psychotherapy. The ADAA also have a page on choosing a therapist.
Derek Hough - Hold On music video - a musical rendition when you are having a really bad day. There is a Billboard interview with Mr. Hough explaining why he made the recording.
From 2014 there is a good article from Mindful about walking meditations.
The Harvard Health Blog has a piece on how yoga can help to reduce stress and body inflammation.
Insights from the Edge is a podcast from Sounds True; Anne Lamott was interviewed on an episode and that is always a good thing. The topic is Radical Self-Care Changes Everything.
Josie Ong's AffirmationPod
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In this episode a look at people with depression and some tips and tactile things you can do; or not. These are just suggestions. Your healthcare is up to you. But there are a lot of us who do understand and have some ideas and options for your reviewing pleasure.
I'm just a sherpa on an ever expansive road.
Don't let the little hater win. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Find Your Words is a collaborative project from Story Corp and Kaiser Health Foundation to help communicate, educate and provide resources about depression and mental illness.
The Hilarious World of Depression podcast with John Moe interviewing author, videoblogger, educator and a whole bunch of other great stuff, John Green.
Brent Williams is the author of the graphic novel; Out of the Woods. For more information about the New Zealand author you can visit his web site, Barnes and Nobel and Amazon.
If you are feeling twisted up take a look at some of the Anxiety Tips to Help You Cope from ADAA.org
Let Go video from meditation expert Jon Kabat-Zinn
UCLA Mindfulness Awareness Research Center has a number of free audio recordings to help you get started in mindfulness practice.
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In this episode a look at stress and how it can play a role in anxiety conditions, panic attacks and phobias.
You are not a candle in the wind there is support. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
From National Public Radio's Morning Edition, Floating Away Your Anxiety And Stress.
Miami Herald's article about Psychological Trauma is Invisible in Long Term Toll of Megastorms.
Nic and Pancho Meditation video; you are not the only one that can't do more than a minute.
Psychology Today Stress Basics - good description of the stress process.
Women's Health.gov page on stress and anxiety.
National Institute of Mental Health 5 Things You Should Know about Stress You can read the page on the site or download it as a PDF
Villanova University Office of Health Promotion has a 16 page stress management guide that you can download that has actionable steps to handling stress reactions.
Helpguide.org page on Using Self-Help Techniques for Dealing with Stress.
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I sound a bit different because my old microphone died and this is a possible replacement.
In this show, a true confession that I still have attacks plus four things that you should know about having an anxiety disorder, condition or situation.
If you need support to keep from diving into the unknown contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Anxiety page at Helpguide.org on the varieties of anxiety, panic and phobia disorders. Helpguide.org goes into detail about the condition and the many non-medication resources that are available.
The Mighty covers a variety of health topics including anxiety disorders. From their community pages a list of 19 Red Flags To Consider if you should get help for your problem.
AnnaLisa Scott's The Worry Games FAQ page where she gives her opinions about the nature of anxiety disorders; she believes that is is more of a thinking disorder.
Anxiety.org page on what causes anxiety disorders and possible risk factors, text intensive but there is a lot of info on that page including treatment options.
16 Simple Mindfulness Techniques to help soothe your troubled mind.
The Daring to be Happy podcast with Lila B has an episode on choosing not to think.
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This week there is a brief look at the slo-mo movie Baa Baa Land and a look at the culturally permissible fear and anxiety about clowns.
The days are not a dark as they seem. There are people who will listen. If you feel suicidal contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Baa Baa Land Movie - sheep to the rescue thanks to Calm.com
Refinery 29 post on Why You Should Think Twice Before Saying Your Workout Is "As Good As Therapy"
Minnesota Public Radio has an audio story about on-line therapy.
Brain Pickings article on A Stoic’s Key to Peace of Mind: Seneca on the Antidote to Anxiety
Smithsonian Magazine on The History and Psychology of Clowns Being Scary
Business Insider on Why people are afraid of clowns.
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It is essential for all adults to have a baseline functionality when it comes to taking care of ourselves. When you have a medical or mental health condition your attention is drawn into many directions.
Sometimes a body can loose their way when it comes to taking care of basic functions.
If life is looking grim and you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741..
Resources Mentioned:
Los Angeles Time report on woman charged with disturbing the peace on a Southwest Airline because of dogs on the plane.
Harvard Health post on the connections between anxiety and heart disease.
Meryem at the Self-Care Journey on what her views about the process.
A discussion on The Hairpin about the connection between self-care and depression.
You Feel Like Sh-t - and interactive guide to helping yourself help take care of yourself.
LivingUPP guide to self-care; Why we need to re-define it.
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A quick look at what Generalized Anxiety Disorder is and some of the resources available to help you make decisions.
If things are looking real bad and you are thinking about the deep six contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned: Michigan State University study on how writing cools brain on stressful tasks.
From Anxiety BC What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
Massachusetts General Hospital web page on GAD with good questions to ask your provider at the bottom of the page.
Actor Wil Wheaton has generalized anxiety disorder and in a five minute video he talks about his experiences with GAD.
Therapist Kati Morton has an eight minute video on what GAD is and emphases the point about getting evaluated to know what you really have and appropriate treatment.
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The CURES Database is prescription drug database that tracks the medication issued to a person by medical providers. The full name is Controlled Substance Utilization Review and Evaluation System.
If your doctor prescribes medication you should be aware that your information will be placed into the database.
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources Mentioned:
Kaiser Health News article on hospitals purchasing medical practices; will it reduce selection and treatment options?
Minnesota Public Radio on Blue Cross/Blue Shield investing in on-line cognitive behavioral therapy treatment as they reduce rates for human mental health staff.
California Office of the Attorney General page on CURES Database; this FAQ page is primarily for providers but there are some consumer questions and answers.
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A chat bot is a software program that communicates with humans via voice or text. Alexa, Cortana, Google Chat and Siri are current examples of chat bots. They are virtual assistants. Can Woebot help you with your stress or anxiety?
If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.
Resources: * Introduction to Woebot
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Still on the vacation and revision track, there will be occasional episodes until the fall. In this episode, a look at having an panic attack in 30,000 feet up and what is the deal about the mineral magnesium?
If you're having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Resources Mentioned:
* Huff Post article on Panic at 30,000 Feet, Is there A Dentist In the House?
* Verywell post on Managing Panic Attacks While Flying
* The Mighty 22 Unexpected Relaxation Techniques
* Lisa Jacob's new book It is Not Just Me; Anxiety Depression and Learning to Embrace your Weird.
* Chiropractor Eric Berg has a good explainer video about the importance of breathing for sleeping and also for stress reduction.
* Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia Magnesium in Diet
* U.S. National Institute of Health Office of Dietary Supplement’s page on magnesium, what it is, the benefits and drawbacks and how much should you consume.
* University of Maryland Medical Center - Complementary and Alternative Medicine Supplement Guide on Magnesium
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I'm will be squeezing in some vacation time so I'm looking at maybe every other week or at least two a month. Need to re-jigger the podcast and catch some relaxation time. In this episode, a look at how to chill out some of your symptoms, a resource guide for anxiety and auditory percussive dreaming.
Resources Mentioned: * Robert Consulmagno sets world record in standing abs roll out as he deals with PTSD and Bipolar Disorder. There is another blog post from the VA about using Ju-Jitsu to tap into his energies. * For active duty and vets you can check out the Real Warriors page on anxiety conditions and resources. * National Alliance of Mental Health (NAMI) page on substance addiction and mental health issues. * NAMI also has a page specifically on mental health issues for active duty and veterans mental health concerns. * New Hampshire Public Radio's Rewind has an 2010 encore episode on the changes in mental health treatment; the switch from talking and working out treatment plans to medication. * American Sleep Association page on Hallucinations and Sleep Paralysis, then there is a separate page on Sleep Paralysis and the auditory version. * Tips to Manage Your Stress and Anxiety from ADAA.org * 10 Minute Walking Mindful Walking Practice from Mindful.org * Harvard Health Publications has a $20 guide on Coping with Anxiety and Stress Disorders. It is from the Harvard Medical School and before purchasing you can check out the table of contents and read from a passage in the book.
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Yes, I did take the time to explain sick days, vacation days and PTO. When people were talking about mental health days folks had trouble with the basic concept of no matter what you called them it is ok to take time off to take care of yourself.
If you're having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Resources Mentioned:
* Ben Congleton post on Medium about Mental Health Being an Issue in the Workplace
* Money/Time Magazine special report on the costs and obstacles about obtaining mental health care and support.
* NAMI Health Care by the Numbers posters - you can download them or just grok on the statistics that are on the website.
* From the University of Colorado The Hard Call podcast looks at real people facing the challenges about their mental health condition.
* Frederick Neuman MD on Where Should A Phobic Person Sit or Stand He also has a Psychology Today post about the fear of elevators.
* Helpguide.org on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
* Good Therapy.org page on Exposure Therapy
* Welcoa PDF Introduction to Panic Attacks
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An audiogram is a audio file placed inside of a video. I need some downtime and I am testing out if this is a way to feature or spotlight past content.
This is an extract from episode #3 about what your doctor might decide to do about your condition. You have a say in what you want and need to assist you in your treatment.
Resources Mentioned:
If you're having suicidal thoughts, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) * Anxiety and Depression Association of America
* HelpGuide.org focuses more on non-medication related treatment and resources.
* Calm Meditation App for Android, Chromebook, iOS and Windows via desktop
* UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center’s Free Guided Meditations http://marc.ucla.edu/body.cfm?id=22
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It isn't so much about the actual throwing up but the intense fear of vomiting. After some information about resources about the Senate Heath Care bill I'll give a basic overview of what Emetophobia is and some of the information resources.
Resources Mentioned: * The Surprising Benefits of Anxiety from Quartz.com * How the Senate's Health-Care Bill Would Cause Financial Ruin for People With Preexisting Conditions * Senate Version of American Health Care Act 2017 - Text Version * A comparison of the ACA versus the AHCA by the Kaiser Family Foundation. * A shorter chart version of the three planes by National Public Radio * An interpretation by the Los Angeles Times Reporter Michael Hiltzek * The Oatmeal - You Are Not Going to Believe This for June 21, 2017 * Anxiety and Depression Association of America Fear of Vomiting or Emetophobia * Dual Diagnosis page on Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy aka ERP * Anna S. Christie's FAQ on Emetophobia Fact Sheet.
If you're having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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No big surprise, being physically active, engage, having fun and using up that excess hormonal, chemical and adrenal activity in the body does a lot to reduce the symptoms of depression.
Also a look at Prevention's Magazine's Walk Away Anxiety.
If you're having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Resources Mentioned:
* New York Times Magazine article on She Never Suffered from Panic Attacks Before...
* Men's Journal on Research Shows Bouldering is Cure for Anxiety and Depression.
* Time Magazine Special Issue on Mindfulness: The New Science of Health and Happiness .
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If you know of a Muslim American youth that could use some help and support you can refer them to the Amala Hopeline. Each one teaches another and we all need somebody to lean on. Also in the show the importance of sleep and in App that Attack a look at Stop, Breathe and Think.
Resources Mentioned: * The Amala Hopeline for young Muslim Americans who need to talk to somebody. The telephone number is 855-95-AMALA or you can reach them via Twitter at @amalahopeline * Vice article on How to Not Cure Your Panic Attacks which is really about how to work with and not against your panic attack. * Robby Berman's write up on Big Think about sleep, brains and cell damage. * The actual name of the study is Sleep Loss Promotes Astrocytic Phagocytosis and Microglial Activation in Mouse Cerebral Cortexs * Khan Academy video on what Microglia actually do, they are the clean-up crew, they are soldiers, they are those rough riders on wheels looking for some action. * Sleep Foundation of America on how much sleep you actually need. * BBC Good Food with examples of food that is good for your brain. * PDF from the Cleveland Clinic on Food for Brain Health with reasons why you need to dial down the sugar and avoiding the five food felons * Stop Breathe and Think allows you to dial in your current mood, how you feel and then it will offer you meditations that https://app.stopbreathethink.org/
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The following resources can help you to make informed decisions about taking the medication.
Keep in mind that there are people that are pro-drugs for anxiety and anti-drugs for anxiety. Decide with your health care provider which is beneficial for your specific needs.
PS - I tried something different this week - music Dream Yourself Smooth from Puddle of Infinity.
Resources Mentioned: * CESAR Center for Substance Abuse Research has a database on the most common abused drugs with an information page on Benzodiazepines. * Helpguide.org page on anxiety medication. * Consumer Version of Merck Manual Overview of Anxiety with a link to Alprazolam near the bottom of the page. * Safe Medication page on Alprazolam
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When there is no visible danger your muscles are still tense. Progressive Muscle Relaxation can help to mellow you back to a calm state of being.
Resources Mentioned: * On Edge, a Journey Through Anxiety by Amanda Palmer. There is an audio book version at Audible or you should be able to order it from your favorite book provider. * Dept. of Veteran Affairs Harry Truman Memorial Hospital recordings on relaxation techniques. * Raymond Richmond Ph.D Guide to Psychology’s page on Progressive Muscle Relaxation. * From My Health Alberta.ca a relaxation recording NOT in mp3 but .wma, if you are not a Windows user you might have problems playing the audio. * Dartmouth University page on a variety of stress and relaxation recordings. * Cheryl Johnson video on Progressive Muscle Relaxation https://youtu.be/x4IMQZObmX8
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Meditation Oasis is a podcast produced by Mary and Richard Maddox who have been composing meditation music for a very long time. They now have apps that can help you sleep, practice walking meditation and even teach you how to meditate.
Jenny Lawson as a new book that is one part inspiration, art therapy and discovery.
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Resourcees Mentioned:
* National Mental Health month from Mental Health America. Their focus this year is on risky behaviors that people tend to use to self medicate.
* Instagram has a special web page that focuses on Instagramers and mental health concerns
* Actress Emma Stone speaking about what she would tell her younger self about anxiety.
* MarketWatch article on what young adults are spending on their mental health treatments.
* Meditation Oasis Podcast where there are dozens of meditations to listen to and use as part of your treatment process.
* If you are looking for a specific meditation app such as sleeping, walking mediation or affirmations Meditation Oasis has an app page for Kindle, iOS and Android users.
* Jenny Lawson's inspirational book, doodle guide and art therapy book You Are here; An Owner's Manual for Dangerous Minds. Publisher is Flatiron Books, a division of Macmillan
* Vitaphone recording of Gracie Allen along with her life partner George Burns in Lambchops.
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It was much worse when I finally went to the dentist. So much unnecessary pain but I got a podcast out of it. So this is a re-podcast of ARP 021 on dental resources for those that are dental phobic.
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Resources Mentioned:
* Ask The Dentist http://askthedentist.com
* Ask The Dentist YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/askthedentist
* Colgate’s Oral Treatment Center http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/basics/dental-visits/article/treatments-and-coping-methods
* Dental Fear Central http://www.dentalfearcentral.org
* Know Your Teeth – Why Am I Anxious in the Dental Office from the Academy of General Dentistry http://www.knowyourteeth.com
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Ongoing toxic stress and shame have development consequences as we grow up. Some people that have had those types of experiences can develop anxiety disorders.
Resources Mentioned: * The New York Times article Inside Prince's Paisley Park Archives: 7000 Artifacts Cataloged, Many More to Go. * Tracey Cleantis on Self-Care: Why Learning to Nurture Yourself is the Key to the Life You've Always Wanted, 7 Principles for Abundant Living. To get a sense of who Tracey this is a brief interview about Letting Go of the Dream. If you are interested in her new book visit the Hazelden Publishing * The Center for the Developing Child at Harvard University video on Toxic Stress Derails Healthy Development. Also check out The Science of Resilience for an understanding of how genes can affect our ability in early childhood to deal with stress. If we don't learn it then if will affect our future ability to cope. * Linda Graham post on The Power of Mindful Empathy To Heal Toxic Shame. * Audio book version of It Wasn't Your Fault: Freeing Yourself From the Shame of Childhood Abuse with the Power of Self-Compassion by Beverly Engle. * I have to mention John Bradshaw's Healing the Shame That Binds, this is the link to the audio book version. 11 hours of goodness.
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It is a time of caution; it is okay to question a possible treatment option. Not saying using Botox for depression is good or bad just that a lot more information is required.
A lot more.
Also in the show for those of you with GAD a look at worry journals; take it from me, analog is the way to go.
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Resources Mentioned: * CBS News Video Clip on Botox Used for Depression * CBS News.com story about the treatment. * Lisa Firestone on Psychology Today on Living a Less Stressful Life * Talkspace and Reconciling Religion and Therapy * Grab a cheap journal and then download the Anxiety BC Worry Script * Worry Patterns: A Workbook for Observing and Dismantling Worries by J.J. Young * Lindsey Kramer Write It Down, Let It Go: A Worry Relief Journal by Chronicle Books, LLC * Chloe Brotheridge The Anxiety Solution: A Quieter Mind, a Calmer Mind, for those that don't have time to read there is an Amazon/Audible 5 hour version of the book. Chloe is an hypnotherapist and has a blog and website to support the book and her practice. There are a lot of pop-ups for the free mp3. If you can get to the blog section there is good information regarding anxiety issues.
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A look at some of the resources at Mindful and the EEOC regarding your rights as a worker with an mental health condition. The a look at shame as in what it is and the possible connections to anxiety and panic disorders.
Resources Mentioned: * The Up Goer Five Text Editor * Mindful.org post on How to Be Mindful when Anxious * The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunities Commission Page on Depression, PTSD, &Other Mental Health Conditions in the Workplace: Your Legal Rights * Brene Brown on Shame Versus Guilt * What Is Shame? How is it Different from Guilt at Verywell.com * Also on Verywell.com PTSD and Shame * 2003 Beyond Intractable essay by Phil Barker What Is Guilt? What Is Shame? * John Bradshaw's channel on YouTube. There are other videos of his that have been uploaded by unauthorized sources. You may or may not find segments of Healing the Shame that Binds.
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In this podcast a look at resources that can help you figure out what to do with the decisions you'll need to make regarding your anxiety, panic or phobia condition.
If you're having suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for immediate help: 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
Resources Mentioned: * Ottawa Hospital of Canada Personal Decision Guide - basic version that outlines the health decision process. * Anxiety BC for Generalized Anxiety Disorder Guide to Care * Plan for Your Care, an interactive guide to help you explore issues and option when it comes to health decisions for yourself or love ones. * National Healthcare Decision Day (Week) * When Your Partner Has an Anxiety Meltdown Guide * Unstuck.com page on anxiety and how to work through the process. * A Nerd’s Guide to Anxiety - basic information for nerds and those that involuntarily have to deal with humans.
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Lots to share in this episode. VR being used for exposure therapy, a commercial that features a person that has phobia and resources to learn about Agoraphobia.
Resources Mentioned: * NIH information sheet on stress reduction. * LA Weekly Russell Simmons Yoga Studio Article * Virtually Better website * VR Project Information * MedLine Plus pages on the condition https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000956.htm and https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000923.htm * Chase Bank Slate Anxiety Phobia Commercial * Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy Software and Possibilities for Use * Oculus game called Itsy * Psychology Today article on Agoraphobia * Anxiety Coach blog post on Agoraphobia, specifically on the problems with avoidance
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Just a quick mention that there is no show this week due to the sudden soon to be deceased desktop hard drive.
I'll be back next week provided I find the right screw driver.
A lesson from an escalator and resources to help you find a soothing place or relaxation moment.
Resources Mentioned: * NIH information sheet on stress reduction. * From Beyond Blue Australia, inforgraphic on Relaxation Techniques * Helpguide.org detailed page on stress management. * Helpguide.org page on 12 Ways to Use Music For Stress Reduction. * CC Village at Buffalo Simple page on Stress Management. * UCLA Meditations to download, play or read the transcripts.
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In the news, CA SB 562 is a proposal to have single payer healthcare in California and two hardware/apps for breathing and symptom management.
Resources Mentioned: * Gothamist interview with Dr. Barbara Fisher about election anxiety and things you can do to re-center yourself in times of change. * Lena Dunham being interviewed by various media publications about her anxiety and depression condition. She spoke with the The New Yorker, The Fix and Vogue Magazine. * Houston Chronicle article about loss of access to mental health services if the Affordable Health Act is repeals and not replaced. * There is a possibility that single payer healthcare is coming to California. SB 565 the Californians for a Healthy California Act has been introduced. * The Los Angeles Times has a write-up about the first rumblings about the bill. * Leif Patch Breath Monitoring device. * There are two official web sites The Touchpoint Solution and Buzzies. There is also a Buzzies YouTube Channel.
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This episode is about how both over the counter and prescription medication can affect your sexual responses. If you are taking an over the counter medication for insomnia you might be removing your ability to perform the horizontal mambo.
Resources Mentioned: * Anxiety Disorder Association of America - Fact and Statistics page. * Consumer Reports article on taking over the counter sleep medication long term. * MedLine Plus information sheet on Diphenhydramine which is found in sleep medication, cold and flu medication and other similar products. * Did James Bond have tremors due to the amount of alcohol consumed? Maybe. * National Institute of Health page on Mental Health Medication. * Musician Moby's four hour relaxation music experience.
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Special shout out to reducing your social media time. You don't need to sit in front of the funnel. Take a time out and do something in real space. And check out the resources below if you need tips on setting up your personal boundaries.
References Mentioned: * IBM Research 5x5 with the possibility that an AI will diagnose certain mental health conditions. * Choose Muse Meditation device http://www.choosemuse.com * NAMI tips on Opening Up to Other People about Your Mental Health * Charlene Richard on the The Benefits of Setting Boundaries * PsychCentral on The Importance of Personal Boundaries * Tiny Buddha's post on How to Set Healthy Boundaries in 3 Steps * The Art of Charm podcast special edition with Kimberly Seltzer on How to Set Boundaries * Quick and Dirty Tips on the Psych Side with Setting Healthy Boundaries
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Agoraphobia is an intense fear and anxiety of being in places where it is hard to escape, or where help might not be available. Let talk about it in the open.
Resources Mentioned:
- Peaceful Cuisine is a vegan cooking site but even if you are an omnivore you might find a meditative quality to the music and non-music meal assembly videos. You can also watch the videos on Ryoya's YouTube channel.
- The podcast Terrible, Thanks for Asking will take you on a journey. Sometimes from the darkness to the light and some times standing at the brink of survival.
- New York Times article on Kitty Dukakis experience with alcoholism, depression and her Electroconvulsive Therapy.
- Former Massachusetts governor Michael and Kitty Dukakis have a information website about ECT with a FAQ page for those that would like more information.
- Agoraphobia information at MedLinePlus
- Bullying connection to anxiety conditions via StopBullying.org
- Helpguide.org page on Phobias and Fears
- MedLine Plus page on Phobias
- Talkspace App for iPhone and iPad
- Talkspace App for Android
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I have always found that knowledge, accurate information is the foundation for a good treatment plan. I want to reduce the fear with information. What you do about this information is up to you.
Resources Mentioned: * A Better Way Speaker of the House Paul Ryan's website on alternative to ObamaCare/ACA * A Conservative Approach to Better Health Care - John Kasich * Health Affairs Blog What Would Republicans Do Instead of the Affordable Care Act? * The Commonwealth Fund Donald Trump's Health Care Reform Proposals: Anticipated Efforts on Insurance Coverage, Out of Pocket Cost and the Federal Deficits * The Heritage Foundation Impact of ObamaCare * The Hoover Institute Instead Of ObamaCare: Giving Health-Care Power To The People * The Rand Corporation The Effect of Eliminating the Affordable Care Act's Tax Credits in Federally Facilitated Marketplaces. You can download free pdf from the site.
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Some folks need the rough side of the path; it is what they know.
Per Wikipedia:
"Research into the hypoalgesic effect of swearing has shown that the use of profanity can help reduce the sensation of pain. This phenomenon is particularly strong in people who do not use such words on a regular basis."
If this works for you there is a video and/or an app that might speak to your soul.
Resources Mentioned:
- Jason Headly at F-That A Honest Meditation on You Tube
- The iOS app for extended NSFW meditation in the Apple Store, search under H*onest Meditation because you can't say bad words in the Apple App Store
- Elisha Goldstein on 3 Simple Ways to Settle a Busy Mind.
- Mindful Direct catalog of meditation and mindfulness videos.
- Inner F-cking Peace and Let that Shit Go Meditation by Power Meditation Group
- Choose Muse Meditation device http://www.choosemuse.com
- Tech Crunch video on Brainwave Sensing Eyeglasses
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For those folks with an anxiety disorder learning about conflict resolution is a two-fer, learning to being comfortable within ourselves. to express what we want and need AND being able to navigate the wants and needs of other people.
These are some of the resources that are accessible on the 'tubes.
Resources Mentioned: * Scientific American article about the stagnation of mental health treatment. * John Moe's The Hilarious World of Depression Podcast * The Seven Drivers of Old Habits of Thinking at Mindful.org * Conflict Resolution Skills from Helpguide.org * Naomi Drew has a list of techniques for relationship based conflict resolution on her website, Learning Peace. * Dr. Jennie Bryne video on 6 Steps on Conflict Resolution * Life Care Work4Life Conflict Resolution Guide accessed via NOAA.gov
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This is a short episode due to the holidays and my inability to move out of Grouch mode. Ok, I'm not a total grouch, just the freaking music all the time.
Bah, humbug.
The main point I wan to say take time for yourself, be kind to yourself and keep your anxiety tool kit handy.
You know you have a problem with the symptoms. No question. But what is causing the symptoms? That takes a bit of detective work to find that out.
Resources Mentioned: * Anxiety BC Treatment Diagram on I Feel Really Anxious, What Should I Do? * Positively Coping with Health Conditions by the Canadian Consortium for Mental Healthcare * Helpguide.org on Therapy for Anxiety Disorders http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/therapy-for-anxiety-disorders.htm * Mindful.org Remedies for Your Anxious Mind * Hyptalk.com downloadable audio for Anxiety and Stress conditions * Chel Hamilton hypnosis and meditation site.
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It might not be quite ready for prime time but in this case I think you might want to get a head’s up about this innovation in exposure therapy. And you can't talk about the future without understanding the present form of exposure therapy treatment.
Also a look at some of the goodies over at the ADAA site; i.e. webinars and podcasts.
Resources Mentioned: * Nature.com journal of Nature Human Behavioral somewhat accessible version of Hacking the Brain to Overcome Fear * Academic version of the study in the journal Nature Human Behavior, Article 0006 (2016) * Anxiety and Depression Association of America page on past webinars, these are recorded information sessions that you can access at any time. * ADAA.org also has a podcast on anxiety and depression topics. * Good Therapy.org has a full page on Exposure Therapy * The Conversation's article about What Is Exposure Therapy and How It Can Treat Social Anxiety?? * Brainline Military has a post on Exposure Therapy with a focus on veterans that have PTSD.
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What causes a panic attack?
Some say bio-chemistry, some say certain people are genetically pre-wired for a panic attacks.
Some of the known causes could be from abuse, trauma, substance abuse, life changes or another health problem.
In this episode, a quick review of panic attack symptoms, some grounding tools and a couple of things to do when you body muscles tense up.
Speaking of tensing up, I'm coming down with a cold. You will have no doubt when you hear the episode.
Resources Mentioned: * Stress Free Mama on relaxing shoulder or trapezius muscle pain. * Michael Reed Gach video on acupressure point touch of the shoulders and neck area. * University of Louisville Information Sheet on Progressive Muscle Relaxation * Power of Positivity post on 5 Minute Massage You Can Do Yourself * Trailer for Eegah! on YouTube and if you need a laugh or mind distraction.
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It was Howard the Duck that said Anticipation over Expectation = Zero. And that is what you are going to have to remember if you have to deal with Anticipatory Anxiety.
Stay in the here an now. That is challenging enough. You don't have to go looking for future trouble.
Resources Mentioned: * VeryWell.com has a page going into more detail about Anticipatory Anxiety * De-castastrophizing Worksheet from Counseling Library, this can help you figure out what to really focus on. * This is another De-castatrophizing worksheet that really breaks down the process from fear to stability. * Sophie at The Panic Button Blog gives her take on living with ramped up anxiety. * Alan from Bullying Recovery talks about how being bullied as a child influences his adult thinking, constantly watching for danger. * Good Therapy on 12 Strategies For Coping with Anxiety and Stress
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California, Massachusetts, Nevada and Maine, voters decided that recreational cannabis use is now legal. Kentucky shuts down two mental health facilities and a look at non-woo woo meditation music options.
Resources Mentioned: * CalmSound.com where you can sample the sound of the ocean at night. There are other sounds that might be equally as relaxing. * Jason Shaw’s Music at Audionautix * Jazz and Meditation Music; there is a YouTube channel or you can listen via Amazon Prime Music. * Buddha Tribe has a large amount of music. They also have a YouTube channel.
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This is a special episode for those of you having a profoundly bad day. It is a simple meditation to use when you are deep in symptoms, trouble or flat out trouble.
It is a simple breathing exercise with some tips on how to get back to center or at least a tolerable state of being.
The foundation of the meditation was inspired by a quote from psychiatrist Viktor Frankl. You can learn more about him at the Viktor Frankl Institute
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In this episode what to look for in a therapist. Your goal is to find the person that has experience with anxiety, depression, trauma or phobias that align with your needs. I have some questions you need to ask and a look at a therapy hook up app called Talkspace.
References Mentioned: * Anxiety and Depression Association of America Find a Therapist page Questions to Ask a Potential Therapist about Treatment via AADA * Tracey Cleantis Psychology Today article about Selecting the Best Therapist * Good Therapy.org Ethical and Other Guidelines to Seeking A Therapist * Helpguide.org on Finding A Therapist Who Can Help You Heal * State of California Booklet on Empowerment Brochure on Selecting A Therapist * Ofer Zur List of 22 Questions to Ask about A Therapist - really good questions. * Talkspace App for iPhone and iPad * Talkspace App for Android
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Self-medication is the practice of using a substance or resource to make you feel better or reduce your symptoms. It is one thing to take the edge off; it is another to go off the edge. These are some things to think about if you practice self-medication.
Resources Mentioned: * Dual Diagnosis page on Self-Medication * The Myths and Facts on Self-Medicating for Anxiety via Healthyplace.com * MedLine Plus has a detailed page on Lorazepam
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There is trickiness in the advertorial world. Be on the look out for freebie health magazines that want you to buy their products. Also a look that Constructive Living Therapy.
Resources Mentioned: * Constructive Living by David K. Reynolds Ph.D via a Kindle book, paperback or audio cassette. * Sounds True Audio Recording of Constructive Living * There is an interview with Dr. Reynolds via an archive at New Dimensions Radio. * Robert J. Caffrey, MA, JD 2009 thoughts about Morita Therapy which is a strong anchor to Construction Living therapy. * Australian Well Being Magazine has a lengthy post about Morita Therapy * I'm not sure but these seem to be the official web site of Dr. Reynolds Constructive Living 1 and Constructive Living 2
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You as a health care consumer have to know what you are taking, the possible side effects and interactions with the foods you eat and other medications you have know that the good stuff does not necessarily come cheap or is high priced.
There are resources you can use to help you make an informed decision.
Resources Mentioned: * Johnny B. Truant's The Universe Doesn't Give A Flying Fuck About You * University of Chicago Tang Center for Herbal Medicine Research page on Kava * Harvard Health Publications Women's Health Watch page on Kava and Inositol * Carrie Ramsdell's Kava Information Graphic * NCCIH page on Kava * National Institute of Health Office of Dietary Supplements - What you need to know before your buy * FDA warning about Kava if you have a liver condition * Dietary Supplement Label Database you type in your herb or mineral of choice; it will show you various vendor products and you can drill down to what you want or need in a supplement
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These are five of my thoughts about some of the things to consider when making the choice about taking medication for your anxiety or panic disorder.
Resources Mentioned: * ADAA page on Anxiety Medication * HelpGuide.org page on Is Anxiety Medication Right for You? * National Institute of Health page on Mental Health Medications
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This is one is about anxiety and trauma with a real life example and one or two things that you can do to get an understanding about its effects on your condition.
I did make a mistake in the episode, the Self Help Workbook is from the Department of Veteran Affairs, not the state of Virginia. This is what happens when you are sleep deprived.
Resources Mentioned: * SAMSHA page on Trauma and Violence; if you recognize something that resonates with you check it out when you are read and have support. * Self Help Strategies for Social Anxiety from Anxiety BC * There is a 51 page Self Help Workbook from the Department of Veteran Affairs (I made a mistake in the podcast and called it the state of Virginia) that is designed for veterans but might be helpful to the general public as well.
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Last week I mentioned the book by Elizabeth Vargas's entitled Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction. This week, a closer look at the term Dual Diagnosis aka Comobidity.
Resources Mentioned: * National Alliance On Mental Illness Dual Diagnosis Fact Sheet * DrugFacts: Comorbidity: Addiction and Other Mental Disorders * Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator 1-800-662-HELP (4357) * Dual Recovery Anonymous 12 Step Support Group * SMART Recovery Support Group Information page * Window Channel Network YouTube page * Window Channel Network Main Site for programs and features
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For some of us with an anxiety condition it is a short detour, it gets resolved.
For others we’ve been on this dang road a long time; some since childhood, our teens or early twenties. The good news is that there is treatment and you might have to make some lifestyle changes but you can feel better.
Resources Mentioned: * MedLine Plus information page on Duloxetine/Cymbalta. * Consumer version of the Merck Manual Drug Search page * Healthy Place (America's Mental Health Channel) page on Duloxetine. * Scott Stossel's book, My Age of Anxiety you can read an excerpt or listen to a portion of the audio recording on Amazon. * Elizabeth Vargas's book Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction also on Amazon
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Just want to put that out there because not everybody gets depression the same way and there are different treatments. This is not a show about treating conditions like biochemical depression or some forms of PTSD.
For those conditions you will need the support of medical professionals. This show is more focused on the voice in many people's heads that is hyper-critical. There are some organic, mechanical and mental skills that can help to shut the hater up.
It is more about building a toolkit of resources when the voice is obnoxious. It is about deflating that power to attack you at a vulnerable point.
Resources Mentioned: * Psychology Today post on Diet and Depression * Mass Public Health Blog on Five Foods to Boost Your Mood * The British Dietetic Association PDF on Food Fact Sheet on Depression and Diet * Mayo Clinic on Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms * Greater Good, The Science of A Meaningful Life Quiz on Mindfulness * University of Minnesota page on Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices * University of Wisconsin PDF on Handout on Loving Kindness and Depression * American Psychological Association page on Building Up Your Resilience. * Helpguide.org page on dealing with depression. * There is also a Depression Self-Health Checklist PDF chart to help you track the positive things you can do to help manage your condition.
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The battle continues but the mice have been blocked from re-entry. I have regained some sleep and in this episode a look at phobias, which are indeed an anxiety disorder.
A lot of people have phobias, at least 19 million and counting. Most people cope just fine because they do not come into contact with the object of fear. But once you know what is going on you can deal with it.
These are a few information sources and some ideas on the topic.
Resources Mentioned: * Helpguide.org page on Phobias and Fears * Huffington Post article on Longest Glass Bridge * MedLine Plus Encyclopedia page on Phobias * Office of Women's Health page on anxiety and phobias * Tom G. Stevens Desensitization Phobia Instructions
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In this episode, I want to share a few thoughts about having a functional plan of action so that you know what to do if you are in a pre, current or post attack state. Just a few ideas to get you started.
Resources Mentioned: * Calm app and website for meditation/relaxation * Free Mindfulness Meditation Recordings * Helpguide.org How to Stop Worrying Strategies
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You can develop an excessive startled response via psychological trauma, meaning that you have been assaulted physically, emotionally or mentally.
These are just a few suggestions on what you can do to make it easier to experience.
Resources Mentioned In the Podcast: * Elaine Aron's Highly Sensitive Person web site. * Kelly O'Laughlin's blog and podcast for sensitive people * Introvert Dear's page on 12 Thing A Highly Sensitive Person Needs * Mayo Clinic Nutrition Suggestions for General Anxiety Disorder folks. * Lifehack.org Foods That Can Increase Your Brain Power. * Kimberly Snyder 10 Ways to Combat Depression and Anxiety Through Your Diet * Leslie Sansome video on 5 Minute Health Boosting Walk From 3 Mile Calorie Blast
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Sleep paralysis is the inability to move muscles in your body while between completely falling asleep or waking up. In addition to not being able to move you might see people, aliens or beings in your bedroom.
And yes, this is a medical condition. If you have an anxiety disorder you might be prone to having it pop up.
Resources Mentioned: * Crisis Tex Line Short Code 741741 * Crisis Text Line FAQ page * Do Something List of Emergency Hotlines * The Atlantic Magazine May 2016 article called Awake in a Nightmare * Sleep Education's Sleep Paralysis Overview and Facts * The Sleep Paralysis Project page on the experience and treatment options. There are also creative videos trying to convey the experience. * Meditation Oasis Guided Meditation Podcast and Mobile Apps
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I am not about to suggest that emotional grounding is like catching a Pokemon. Because you are not catching a pocket monster.
You are trying to catch peace. Calm. Relaxation. That is what this episode is all about; grounding techniques.
Resources Mentioned: * Anxiety in Order Stop Anxiety Breathing Video * The Mighty How an Agoraphobic Meets A Stranger Playing Pokemon Go * Geek and Sundry Pokemon Go Helps People with Anxiety and Stress * Fort Refuge page on Grounding Techniques * Dr. Stephanie Cordes Easy Grounding Exercises to Calm the Nervous System * Tiny Buddha How to Connect to Yourself and Feel Balanced with 10 Grounding Techniques * Janell Ball at Healing Resources on Grounding Strategies * Very Well post on Flashbacks and Grounding
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The current treatment options are medical/pharmaceutical, behavioral health, relaxation and meditation skills and technology which can include hardware, games and apps.
This week a look at a practical CBT guide and relaxation audio sources.
Resources Mentioned: * Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, A Practical Guide The UK publisher is Icon Books UK. There is a website for the vendor at introducingbooks.com If you need to order from a local book store this is the book identification number. ISBN 978-184831254-8 * Audio relaxation recordings from Anxiety and Depression Association of Manitoba * Seven Guided Meditations from Sounds True - These are free recordings. You do have to submit your email address but you get almost an hours worth of meditative instruction from some of the grand poo-bahs of meditation. You should know that you probably will be placed on a mailing list.
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Everybody take a chill, either in a pool, in a theater or in a park; hopefully without an electronic device. We all have anger and if you have an anxiety or panic disorder you might not even know that you are ticked off angry.
Untreated anger can cause all kinds of physical and mental problems. So even if you think this doesn't apply to you give a listen so you will know where to go when the other person invokes a spark or two in you.
*Resources Mentioned: * Supreme Court of Florida Inquiry Concerning a Judge SC16-548 This is a pdf on the decision the court made regarding Judge Collins. * Anger Management from HelpGuide*e.org, what anger is, coping techniques and when to to seek help.* * Center for Clinical Interventions (Australia) handout on how to handle anger. * Judith Orloff's Psychology Today article about Four Strategies to Cope With Anger in a Healthy Way***
- Real Simple Magazine What is Your Anger Style?
- American Psychiatric Association page on Strategies for Controlling Your Anger
- James Seals short book at Amazon on Anger Natural Treatment to Frustration and Stress
- *James Seals short book at Barnes and Nobel Anger Natural Treatment to Frustration and Stress*
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This is a mini episode. I am too angry. This is kinda ironic since I intended to do a show about anger and its relationship to anxiety.
No can do; I am angry and have to resolve that feeling before I can do anything else.
In the meantime, I do recommend that you check out http://tinybuddha.com/blog/how-anger-leads-to-anxiety-and-what-to-do-about-it
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Buried Above Ground is the story of three people that have experience post traumatic stress disorder, one person in combat, another person due to childhood abuse/domestic violence and another person due to a hurricane.
Resources Mentioned: * ADAA page on Specific Phobias * Helpguide.org page on Phobias * VeryWell page on Phobias * World Channel June 28 though August 28, 2016 free streaming of the documentary. * There is also a PTSD/Mental Health Resource page relating to topics in the movie. * Documentary page for the PTSD Movie Buried Above Ground * Trailer for movie on YouTube * OUE SkySpace Los Angeles
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There are limited legal places where you get your medication. Don’t stray off the path for the sake of saving some money.
Resources Mentioned: * Anxiety Medication and Side Effects from Helpguide.org * Be Safe Know Your Online Pharmacy from the Food and Drug Administration * Consumer Reports Analysis - Drugs from Canada * Health Canada Warning Canadians about Phony Pharmacy Sites * FDA Buying and Using Medicine Safely * FDA Policy on Importing Medications * Merck Manual Drug and Generic Name Database
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Maybe a good tune will soothe the savage sentry. In this episode music to help or at least put you to sleep.
Resources Mentioned: * New York Magazine article on why women have more anxiety http://nymag.com/thecut/2016/06/women-are-twice-as-likely-as-men-to-have-anxiety.html * A Systematic Review of Reviews on the Prevalence of Anxiety Disorders in Adult Populations http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/brb3.497/abstract;jsessionid=608C29494C2AD7AC66F2EBA3C2517BC9.f04t03 * CNN Vital Signs post on Meditation and Psychedelics Drugs http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/03/health/psychedelics-anxiety-depression-meditation/index.html * Health Journeys Guided Meditation for Panic Attacks http://www.healthjourneys.com/Store/Anxiety-Relief/29 * Composer Jon Brooks Calming music for anxiety, panic and stress. https://soundcloud.com/jonbrooks-1/seventh-heaven-jon-brooks * Moby 4 hours of Ambient Music for Calm and Relaxation the main page is You can also listen to Moby's music on SoundCloud, Google Play, iTunes and other services.
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An action plan can be a flexible or structured path to help you make decisions about your treatment. There isn’t a one size fits all plan
Resources Mentioned: * Action Planning for Prevention and Recovery https://store.samhsa.gov/shin/content/SMA-3720/SMA-3720.pdf * Short Action Plan from Self Care Vibes http://selfcarevibes.tumblr.com/post/141377225282/action-plans-for-changing-habits * Developing An Action Plan for Self-Care http://www.stmichaelshospital.com/pdf/programs/mast/mast-session4.pdf * Managing Stress Workbook - http://www.prevention.va.gov/mpt/2013/docs/managestressworkbook_dec2013.pdf
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Resources Mentioned: * Anxiety BC Panic Disorder Guide https://www.anxietybc.com/sites/default/files/adult_hmpanic.pdf * Mental Health America Self-Help Tools Page http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/self-help-tools * Every Mind Matters LGBTQ Brochure on Mental Health Myths and Truths http://www.eachmindmatters.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/LGBTQ-Mental-Health-Booklet_FINAL.pdf * Hoarding Fact Sheet from International OCD Foundation https://iocdf.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Hoarding-Fact-Sheet.pdf * American Psychiatric Association Brochure on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder http://www.activeminds.org/storage/documents/2015_conference_docs/OCD_Brochure.pdf * National Institute of Mental Health Brochure on PTSD http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-easy-to-read/ptsd-etr-web_38054.pdf
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode: * Anxiety and Depression Association of America http://www.adaa.org * Helpguide.org page on Anxiety Disorders http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/anxiety-attacks-and-anxiety-disorders.htm * National Institute for Mental Health Brochure on GAD http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad/index.shtml * Harvard Health Blog on Managing Worry in GAD and Worry http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/managing-worry-in-generalized-anxiety-disorder-201602179172 * Coping with Stress and Anxiety via Harvard Publishing http://www.health.harvard.edu/special-health-reports/coping-with-anxiety-and-stress-disorders * University of Pennsylvania Penn Behavioral Health Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety page on GAD http://www.med.upenn.edu/ctsa/general_anxiety_symptoms.html * What's Up App for Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jacksontempra.apps.whatsup * What's Up App for iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/en/app/whats-up/id968251160?mt=8
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In this episode I mention the interview with actress Kristen Bell via Off Camera, when faith based treatment presents a problem and Walgreens has a mental health portal with links to behavioral health services.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode: * Kristen Bell's interview via about her anxiety and depression via Off Camera https://youtu.be/mYUQ_nlZgWE * Faith Based Treatment Goes unregulated in Iowa http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/investigations/readers-watchdog/2016/05/07/spencer-suicide-attempt-raises-questions-faith-based-treatment/83394942/ * Walgreens Pharmacy Mental Health Portal http://www.walgreens.com/health/mental-health/3200001Walgreens Mental Health Portal * Mental Health America Screening Tools for Mental Health Conditions http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/mental-health-screening-tool * Breakthrough How It Works https://www.breakthrough.com/how-it-works * Breakthrough Terms of Service Page https://www.breakthrough.com/how-it-works/terms
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Resources Mentioned: * Psychology Today article on Emotional Regulation by Tom Bunn https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/conquer-fear-flying/201603/emotional-regulation-is-there-app * National Center for Complementary and Integrated Health - Herbs at a Glance https://nccih.nih.gov/health/herbsataglance.htm * Health Canada’s Natural Health Products Ingredients page http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monosReq.do?lang=eng&monotype=single * National Institutes of Health’s Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine website: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/supplements/wiseuse.htm * BoironUSA for Homeopathic Medicine and their product catalog.http://www.boironusa.com * Hyland’s Homeopathic medicine for stress and sleep http://www.hylands.com/products/stress-and-sleep
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This is a two part episode; this week I talked about what you need to do before you consume at Botanical and where to find solid information.
Resources Mentioned: * StatNews on Sleeping Medications for Older People http://www.choosingwisely.org/patient-resources/treating-insomnia-and-anxiety-in-older-people/ * Health Canada’s Natural Health Products Ingredients page
http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monosReq.do?lang=eng&monotype=single * Herbs at a Glance https://nccih.nih.gov/health/herbsataglance.htm * Mayo Clinic – Herbal Supplements What To Know Before You Buy
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/herbal-supplements/art-20046714 * The National Institute of Health has a specific page about botanical and herbal supplements; it is Office of Dietary Supplements. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/BotanicalBackground-HealthProfessional * National Institutes of Health’s Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine website: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/supplements/wiseuse.htm
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I have my opinions about the topic. Do your research and make your own decisions.
Resource Mentioned: * American Chiropractic Neurology Board https://www.acnb.org/AboutUs.aspx * International Chiropractic Neurology Board http://chironeurointl.org/about-the-iccn/what-is-chiropractic-neurology * Keystone Chiropractic http://keystonechiropracticneurology.com/about-us/what-is-a-chiropractic-neurologist * Brain Core Therapy and Anxiety http://braincoretherapy.com/panic-attacks-and-brain-core-therapy-2/ * Neurobollocks post on Brain Balance Center https://neurobollocks.wordpress.com/2013/03/05/brain-balance-centers-total-and-utter-neurobollocks/ * Rational Wiki http://rationalwiki.org/wiki/Functional_neurology * Ten Ways to Avoid being Quacked – Understand that this site has a very low tolerance for alternative or holistic medicine. There is a strong bias toward traditional medicine. That said it doesn’t hurt to be aware of some of the points made in the article. http://www.quackwatch.org/01QuackeryRelatedTopics/avoid.html * UMCE What is a (Medical) Neurologist https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/highland/departments-centers/neurology/what-is-a-neurologist.aspx
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This is a short episode in that I have next to no data left and I am counting the hours to unlimited Internet access. Yes this is an anxiety issue because if you are an information junkie you cannot stand to be cut off from the fountain of knowledge.
That being said, I do have three apps of interest:
Resource Mentioned: * Mood Tools for iOS and Google Play http://www.moodtools.org * MediSafe for iOs, Google Play and Amazon App Store http://www.medisafe.com * Surf City's End Anxiety Hypnosis App http://surfcityapps.com/app/end-anxiety-hypnosis
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Every now and again I like to do a recap of the treatment options for people with an anxiety or panic condition.
Also included in the podcast is some concepts you might want to consider about mental health literacy keep in mind as you search for viable treatment options.
Just as a reminder, there is now an Anxiety Disorder Spectrum Resource page on the blog where most of the resources are now listed. It is a work in progress and if there is a topic that you would like covered please leave a comment on the blog.
In this podcast, online and free resources to help you learn about mindfulness, mp3 recordings and Coloring Books for Grown-Ups.
Resources Mentioned In the Episode: * Jody Glenn Three Mindful Practices to Overcome Worry, Anxiety and Panic * Jon Kabbat-Zinn Nine Attitudes of Mindfulness Video * Mindful Self-Compassion mp3 recordings, free for personal use * Mindful Based Stress Reduction - free online course, no registration, self-paced. * Professor Mark Williams of Oxford University (UK) 10 minute mindful practice
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Compulsive hoarding use to be classified under Obsessive Compulsive Disorder but there are questions about the lack of anxiety related symptoms or co-symptoms in some people.
It was decided to break out compulsive hoarding into a specific classification. That said; there are a lot good information at OCD related websites.
Show notes at http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
Resources Mentioned in this Episode: * The American Psychiatric Association page on hoarding disorder. * The International OCD Foundation * IOCD Information Fact Sheet about compulsive hoarding * The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a basic information page about compulsive hording. * The Mayo Clinic treatment page and ideas for about self-care.
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Solutions can be found in unexpected places. I found help in an unexpected place and a look at a breathing app that has a military inspired focus.
Resource Mentioned: * FStoppers post by Jeff Rojas - How to Tackle 99 Problems on Set * Tactical Breather app, you can find it in the Apple App Store, Google Play and Amazon App Store * Dental Fear Central for those that can't take the pain but can't stand the thought of seeing a dentist.
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In this episode, a look at some of the mental health providers, what to look for and questions to ask.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode: * American Psychological Association page on seeking a therapist. http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/choose-therapist.aspx * Depression and Bipolar Alliance page on seeking treatment with mini worksheet to guide your decision process. http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=education_brochures_finding_MHP * Healthline sideshow on the various mental health professionals http://www.healthline.com/health-slideshow/mental-health-professionals-types#1 * Mayo Clinic tips on evaluating a therapist http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/details/how-you-prepare/ppc-20186984 * Dr. Patti Levin's questions about selecting a therapist http://drpattilevin.com/how-to-choose-a-therapist/ * Dr. PsychMom’s take on seeking a therapy http://www.drpsychmom.com/2016/02/22/choose-therapist-similar/# * Teaspoon of Honey, you can read the transcript or listen to the podcast. http://www.teaspoonofhappy.com/blog/how-to-find-a-therapist
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This is a quick episode for the men that need to pointed to mental health resources but will not take directions from anybody.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
- Man Therapy - Australia https://www.mantherapy.org.au/man-facts/guide-to-mind-health
- Anxiety BC http://www.anxietybc.com/resources/article/men-and-anxiety
- Black Doctor.org http://blackdoctor.org/anxiety
- Un-common Help http://www.uncommonhelp.me/articles/sexual-performance-anxiety
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Resources Mentioned in This Podcast:
- National Alliance on Mental Health http://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions/Anxiety-Disorders
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America www.adaa.org
- Helpguide.org which focuses on more non-medication treatment options http://www.helpguide.org
- As Dreamers Do http://asdreamersdo.com/i-went-to-disney-world-with-agoraphobia-guest-post/
- Guided Image and Hypnotherapy type mp3s at http://www.potentialsunlimited.com
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A definition of comobidity and how it relates to a PTSD news story.
Resources Mentioned in The Podcast: * SAMHSA Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) * Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration http://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov or http://www.samhsa.gov * Rethinking Drinking http://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov * San Diego Tribune News Story http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2016/feb/05/veterans-suicide-erik-howard * Helpguide.org article on Alcohol and Alcohol Abuse http://www.helpguide.org/articles/addiction/alcoholism-and-alcohol-abuse.htm
For show notes and other items of interest visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
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In this podcast, a look at what Social Anxiety Disorder is and some of the resources you can use to help you understand the disorder.
Resources Mentioned in the Podcast:
- National Institute of Mental Health page on Social Phobia http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/social-phobia-social-anxiety-disorder/index.shtml
- Brochure on Social Anxiety Disorder/Social Phobia http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/social-phobia-social-anxiety-disorder-always-embarrassed/social-phobia-trifold_107450.pdf
- Anxiety and Depression Association page on Social Anxiety Disorder http://www.adaa.org/social-anxiety-disorder
- HelpGuide.org page on social phobias http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/social-anxiety-disorder-and-social-phobia.htm
- Hypnotist Glenn Harrold's YouTube Channel where you can sample some of his healing recordings. https://www.youtube.com/user/doctorofthemind
- Relax and Sleep Well App for Android devices
- Relax and Sleep Well App for iOS devices
For show notes and other items of interest visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
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Resources Mentioned in the Podcast:
Panic Pop from the Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.codeisscary.panicPop
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Resources Mentioned in the Podcast
- Natural Vitality Natural Calm http://naturalvitality.com/natural-calm
- Relax Slim's Magic Mag http://www.relaxslim.com/magnesium-supplement
- Neuro Bliss http://www.drinkneuro.com/the-drinks/bliss
- 3 Minute Journal http://www.3minutejournal.com
Additional Resources:
- Current concepts and prospects of herbal nutraceutical: A review http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3645360/
- The Role of Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals, and Food Supplements in Intestinal Health http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3257668
- Calm Clinic on Magnesium and Anxiety http://www.calmclinic.com/anxiety/drugs/magnesium
- Livestrong on the Dosage of Magnesium for Anxiety http://www.livestrong.com/article/486457-the-dosage-of-magnesium-for-anxiety
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In this episode we embrace our need to sniff out relief from the trials and tribulations of life.
Resources Mentioned: * University of Maryland Healthcare Center page on Aromatherapy https://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/treatment/aromatherapy * University of New Hampshire has a good information page about aromatherapy to get you up to speed. http://unh.edu/health-services/ohep/complementaryalternative-health-practices/aromatherapy * National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Health page on Aromatherapy https://nccih.nih.gov/health/aromatherapy * National Cancer Institute page on Aromatherapy http://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/cam/patient/aromatherapy-pdq * National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Prevention Magazine 2012 List of Aromatherapy Recipes http://www.prevention.com/mind-body/natural-remedies/how-aromatherapy-soothes-stress * Dr. Josh Axe list of Essential Oils and Recipes http://draxe.com/essential-oils-for-anxiety * Chamomile Information page via https://nccih.nih.gov/health/chamomile/ataglance.htm
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The are clouds but there is also chocolate. Your mission is to find pleasure or passion that is independent of what the world tells you that you should be feeling. It is okay not to feel "happy" or "joyful"
It is not okay to constantly beat yourself up about it. Find your safe place. Internally or externally.
Resources Not Exactly Mentioned:
- Dark Night of the Soul poem translated http://poemsintranslation.blogspot.com/2009/09/saint-john-of-cross-dark-night-of-soul.html
- Alternate translation with English and Spanish version of the Poem http://josvg.home.xs4all.nl/cits/lm/stjohn01.html
- The Story of Chocolate http://www.thestoryofchocolate.com
- The World of Chemicals http://www.worldofchemicals.com/113/chemistry-articles/chemistry-behind-the-sweet-lure-of-chocolate.html
- Science Direct - http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0570178311000212
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Folks are a little touchy this week. The whole nation is stressed out by political vocal up-chucking. In this podcast a definition of Mindfulness and resources to add to your skill and tool kit.
Resources Mention:
- This Emotional Life http://www.pbs.org/thisemotionallife/blogs/practicing-mindfulness
- Pocket Mindfulness http://www.pocketmindfulness.com/just-1-minute-could-save-your-sanity
- What is Mindfulness http://www.wildmind.org/applied/daily-life/what-is-mindfulness
- Free Mindfulness http://www.freemindfulness.org/download
- Australian Buddhanet http://www.buddhanet.net/audio-library.htm
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A device that might replace your medication? Or maybe you would be interested in a machine that helps you to learn to breathe correctly?
Resources Mention:
- MindGear https://caputronmedical.com/mindgear
- Freespira Breathing System http://freespira.com/faqs
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Resources Mentioned:
- Ask The Dentist http://askthedentist.com
- Dental Fear Central http://www.dentalfearcentral.org
- Academy of General Dentistry - Know Your Teeth, Why Am I Anxious in the Dental Office http://www.knowyourteeth.com
- Colgate’s Oral Treatment Center http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/basics/dental-visits/article/treatments-and-coping-methods
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Resource Mentioned:
- PDF of American Family Physician Herbal and Dietary Supplements for Treatment of Anxiety Disorders published in 2007.
- Dr. Berg video on Breathing for Sleep (works for anxiety/panic too.)
- BornNaturalpathic 2014 PDF newsletter on Naturalpathic treatment for anxiety.
- Best Health Magazine Canada Eight Nutrients to Help Beat Anxiety
- Explore Integrative Medicine page from UCLA
- University of Maryland page on anxiety treatment that also has info on CAM type treatments.
- Natural Vitality Natural Calm, the Anti-Stress Drink
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Resource Mentioned: * Jenny Lawson’s Furiously Happy page http://thebloggess.com/furiously-happy * Audible version of Furiously Happy http://www.audible.com/pd/Bios-Memoirs/Furiously-Happy-Audiobook/B00VAW2XZC * Health Triage episode on CAM issues https://youtu.be/bJKkFJyDlYI * Medline Plus page on Complementary and Integrative Medicine https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/complementaryandintegrativemedicine.html
You can also view extras, video and other resources at http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
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Resources Mention:
- Auntie Delores CBD Vegan Brownies that may or may not be of help to those seeking a more herbalisious means of stress reduction. http://auntiedolores.com/ad_products/cbd-chocolate-brownie
- David Ison - Relax Meditative Music (not in the show but I believe in balance) http://www.soundstrue.com/store/relax.html
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Resources Mention:
- Alesandro Salvati Anxiety Attack Experience Trailer https://youtu.be/HDSIy2aSUbI
- Anxiety Attack Game for Windows http://neatwolf.itch.io/anxiety-attacks
- The Andrew Kukes Foundation for Social Anxiety http://akfsa.org
- AKFSA Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheAndrewKukesFoundationforSocialAnxiety
- Anxiety.org page on Social Anxiety Disorders https://www.anxiety.org/social-anxiety-disorder-sad
- AnxietyBC free PDF download of tools and tips to deal with Social Anxiety http://www.anxietybc.com/sites/default/files/adult_hmsocial.pdf
You can also view extras, video and other resources at http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
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Resources Mentioned:
- Fail, Fail Again, Fail Better post at http://www.lionsroar.com/how-to-move-forward-once-you’ve-hit-bottom
- Pema Chodron’s Fail, Fail Again, Fail Better recording of graduation speech at Naropa University http://www.soundstrue.com/store/fail-fail-again-fail-better-1.html
- What’s My M3? test for mood disorders http://whatsmym3.com or the FAQ page https://whatsmym3.com/FAQ.aspx
- Microsoft Health Vault www.healthvault.com
You can check out the doings and other resources at http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
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Resources Mentioned:
- ACES Too High http://acestoohigh.com/got-your-ace-score
- Brené Brown post on Shame versus Guilt http://brenebrown.com/2013/01/14/2013114shame-v-guilt-html
- MentalHealth.gov http://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/health-insurance
- NYT on Campus Comfort Dogs Readers Responses http://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/07/insider/emotional-support-animals-readers-tough-on-those-in-need.html?_r=0
- TEDx UCLA Rebrainding Our Shame with Adi Jaffe https://youtu.be/A9xFJ_hqzDQ
- Transcript version at https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/all-about-addiction/201507/f-shame-tedx-and-mental-health
- Allyssa Royse talks about sexual shame https://alyssaroyse.wordpress.com/2012/01/06/the-tedx-talk-on-sexual-shame-video
- Brené Brown and Listening to Shame. https://youtu.be/psN1DORYYV0
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Resources Mentioned:
- Cornell University’s Depression Education Toolkit http://champ-program.org/static/Patient%20Education%20booklet%20121010.pdf
- HelpGuide.org page on depression http://helpguide.org/articles/depression/depression-treatment.htm
- Psychology Today post on depression disorders https://www.psychologytoday.com/conditions/depressive-disorders
- University of Michigan’s Health System Depression Toolkit www.depressioncenter.org/health-information/depression-toolkit or direct to the source http://www.depressiontoolkit.org
- Worry Watch app for Anxiety http://worrywatch.com
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Resources Mentioned: * Detroit Free Press http://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/macomb/2015/09/24/inmate-death-lawsuit-macomb-court-jail/72760680 * Huffington Post http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/family-sues-after-man-dies-while-in-jail-for-unpaid-parking-ticket_56044469e4b00310edfa778b * Official EFT http://www.emofree.com/eft-tutorial/eft-tapping-tutorial.html * Eric Ravencraft’s http://lifehacker.com/no-i-cant-just-relax-how-i-learned-to-manage-my-anx-1730754463 on Lifehacker
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Show Notes can be found at http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
Resources Mentioned:
- Hard Core Self Help web site http://www.duffthepsych.com/resources
- Choose Muse Meditation device http://www.choosemuse.com
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Resources Mentioned:
Huffington Report on Shortage of Psychiatrists http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/theres-a-serious-shortage-of-psychiatrists-in-the-us_55eef13ce4b093be51bc128f
New York Times 2011 article on Talk Doesn’t Pay http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/06/health/policy/06doctors.html?pagewanted=all
Mayo Clinic Behavioral Health http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mental-illness/in-depth/mental-health-providers/ART-20045530?p=1
American Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Information Page
http://www.apna.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3292
Frantic World Meditations http://franticworld.com/free-meditations-from-mindfulness/
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Resources Mentioned:
- Pain Science Article on Anxiety Grounding Techniques https://www.painscience.com/articles/anxiety.php
- Healthy Place post on Grounding Techniques http://www.healthyplace.com/blogs/treatinganxiety/2010/09/top-21-anxiety-grounding-techniques
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America Tips on Anxiety Management http://www.adaa.org/tips-manage-anxiety-and-stress
- HelpGuide.org article on How to Stop Worrying; maybe best suited for General Anxiety Disorder folks -http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/how-to-stop-worrying.htm
- Playlab London's Flowy App for iOS and Android http://www.flowygame.com
Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. For show notes visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
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This week show are some quick facts about caffeine and a step into a warrior’s madness via a game that hasn’t been released yet that goes by the name of Hellblade that incorporates mental health issues into game play.
Resources Mentioned:
- Caffeine and Your Body http://www.fda.gov/downloads/UCM200805.pdf
- Self-Magazines Nutrition Data Charts http://nutritiondata.self.com/foods-000131000000000000000-1.html
- Ice Tea Charts http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/beverages/3972/2
- Caffeine Informer http://www.caffeineinformer.com
- Ninja Theory's Hellblade main website http://www.hellblade.com
For show notes and other resources please visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
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Resources Mentioned:
The Pill Book, 15th Edition
http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/201165/the-pill-book-15th-edition-by-harold-m-silverman/
Safe Medications http://www.safemedication.com/safemed/MedicationTipsTools.aspx
DrugLib http://www.druglib.com
Stress and Anxiety Companion http://www.companionapproach.com
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This week, a look at Benzodiazapines and an information resource Merck Manuals.
Resources Used In Today’s Espisode:
- MedlinePlus has a searchable database of drug information; no bias, no subtle sales attempt. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginformation.html
- The National Institute on Drug Abuse has a section on CNS Depressants http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/prescription-drugs/cns-depressants
- Merck Manuals Consumer Version http://www.merckmanuals.com
- Information about Miles Nervine from http://thirtyseven.scientopia.org/2012/11/24/nervine-settled-everybodys-nerves-by-sedating-everyone/
- Merck page on Anxiety and Sedative drugs http://www.merckmanuals.com/home/special-subjects/drug-use-and-abuse/antianxiety-and-sedative-drugs
For show notes and other resources please visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
In this episode a look at an old spouse's tale about breathing into a paper bag, an audio clip from Friedemann Schaub, MD, PhD and some thoughts about a wearabe tech device and app called Thync.
- Sounds True Insight at the Edge Archive http://www.soundstrue.com/store/weeklywisdom?page=archive&category=IATE
- Sounds True Insight at the Edge Interview with Friedemann Schaub, MD, PhD http://www.soundstrue.com/store/weeklywisdom/?page=single&category=IATE&episode=6807
- Thync http://www.thync.com
For prior episodes or more information please visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
In this podcast, a look at how frequently you could have an attack and UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center's Guided Meditations.
Resources Mentioned:
- UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center’s Free Guided Meditations
- Bring Change 2 Mind – non-profit that seeks to take the stigma out of talking about mental health issues.
- Mindful Meditations at the Hammer Museum Podcast
For links and show notes visit http//anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy also known as CBT is a psychotherapy treatment that seeks to change patterns of thinking or behavior. CBT training focuses on if you change the thought you reduce or eliminate the possibility of an attack.
Resources Mentioned:
- The American Psychological Association
- The National Institute of Mental Health
- Helpguide.org on Therapy for Anxiety Disorders
- Project 1 in 4 http://project1in4.com
- What Is A Panic Attack from the web site http://cognitivetherapyapp.com/what-is-a-panic-attack
For more information visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
In this espisode, a quick overview of what you doctor might decide to do once it is discovered that you have an anxiety or panic disorder.
Resources Mentioned:
- Mayo Clinic page on Questions for Your Doctor
- Saagara Breathing and Meditation App
- National Institute of Mental Health Page on Generalized Anxeity Disorder
For more information check out the show notes at http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
You have an anxiety or panic attacks. In this episode a few suggestions on how to go forward.
- Information
- Support
- Coping Skills
Show Notes: http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com
Here is the thing, there are treatment options if you are broke: There are treatment options if you have an HMO or if you actually belong to a boutique medical group.
The hard part is finding the right provider and treatment for you and your condition. So the goal of this podcast is to talk about treatment options, apps, some history, a tiny bit of humor, which should be included in any treatment.
An anxiety or a panic attack is a mental health condition that has physical symptoms and behaviors. It has frequency, it is disruptive and the condition can cause you to change your life.
Welcome to the Anxiety Road Podcast; the involuntary journey seeking treatment options and resources for people that have anxiety and panic attacks. This podcast is treatment agnostic.