By Stephanie Dawson (Mamasteph) In the last article we covered most of the symptoms, today I want to talk about diagnosis. I had sudden onset of symptoms, I was driving down the interstate and my face and hands went numb, tears were coming out of my eyes, when I stopped the car my legs wouldn’t […]
Depression and Exercise Major depressive disorder and other forms of depression are the most prevalent psychiatric disorder in the world. About 20% of Americans will experience an episode of depression of 6-12 months during their lifetime. Researchers have found positive effects of exercise in increasing positive affect. Physical activity has been proposed as a protective
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The Influence of Thoughts in DepressionBy: Andres CarvajalEdited By: Stephanie Dawson The way we think can help make us sick or healthy. This is the fundamental idea of the cognitive models of depression. Fortunately the solutions lies there, its proven that the way we think can modify our mental and physical health. Cognitive Behavioral Therapies(CBT)
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Blood is an important component of our body that performs various functions like providing important nutrients and oxygen to various parts of the body, and carrying waste and carbon dioxide away from those cells, which is vital for proper functioning of other organs. The overall health of a person is dependent upon the blood of
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21 Simple Tips to Stay Healthy All Year Round By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson • Don’t skip breakfast Breakfast is the first and most important meal of the day. You should not skip breakfast as it keeps you energized throughout the day. • Avoid late night snacks Stop eating at least 3 hours before
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8 Best Foods To Keep Your Lungs Strong And Healthy By PositiveMed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson • Pistachios Pistachios are a dry nut that is beneficial for lung health. Studies have suggested that consumption of pistachios provides the body with a special type of vitamin E named Gama-tocopherol that provides a defense against various types
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8 Foods that Increase Your Sperm Count The sperm Count is one of the most important characteristics in male fertility. Research shows that, in more than half of infertility issues in couples, low sperm count is the cause. According to the World Health Organization, sperm counts of more than 15 million sperm cells per milliliter
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Melatonin Reduces Endometriosis Pain By: Dr. Peter Abaci Melatonin is best known as an over-the-counter sleep aid supplement. It is an important naturally occurring hormone produced by the pineal gland which is located inside the brain. Melatonin helps regulate the body’s circadian rhythms so that when its levels rise, it signals the body that it
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St. John’s Wort and Depression By: Andres Carvajal Edited By: Stephanie Dawson St. John’s Wort (hypericum perforaturm) is an herb and natural supplement commonly used in the treatment of depression due to lower cost compared to prescription medication and it has fewer side effects. Recommended dosage varies and there is a chance of negative drug
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How to Make Your Whiteheads and Blackheads Disappear By Dr. Agnes P. Olszewski BONUS: Egg White & Lemon Mask Contrary to popular belief, whiteheads and blackheads are a form of acne. Making things very simple, acne may be divided into two categories: pimples & cysts and whiteheads & blackheads. Blackheads and whiteheads, known as comedones,
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) SAD is a type of depression linked with the changing seasons. Most people who have symptoms will display them only during autumn and winter, and an even shorter population will display these symptoms through spring or summer. Statistically, it is far more common in young adult women, however it affects women
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How to increase serotonin in the human brain without drugs Antidepressants modify the metabolism of serotonin in the neural synapses. Since there are receptors in almost any region of the brain, these drugs will have a wide variety of unwanted side effects. In some cases, they can leave permanent changes to the brain or even
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Post-Partum Depression By: Andres Carvajal Edited By: Stephanie Dawson Imagine you recently gave birth to a beautiful baby, everyone is pleased, everyone except the mother. Its supposed to be one of the most wonderful stages of life, so why is mom not happy? This is a common situation that happens to many women. Its perfectly
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Causes and Treatment of Depression There are several causes that contribute to onset of depressive disorder. This will review some of the causes and some commonly used treatments for depression. • Biological causes– Chemical imbalances in hormones or neurotransmitters are involved in aspects of behavior like sleep, mood, energy, and eating patterns. • Cognition– Those
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10 Steps to Overcoming your Fears By Positivemed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson • Take a deep breath Much has been said about deep breathing. When we are flooded with fear our heart starts racing, palms start sweating, and we feel anxious. The first step to overcoming fear is to take a minute and breathe deep
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9 Ways to Improve your Memory Naturally By Positivemed-Team Edited By: Stephanie Dawson Often people find they forget the what they read or where they put things. Here are some ideas for you to practice and naturally improve your memory. • Make a Fist If you are facing problems recalling things at work get a
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Stages of Breast Cancer Edited By: Stephanie Dawson The stages of breast cancer are defined on a scale from 0 to IV. Stage 0 is the least dangerous and stage IV is the last stage and most dangerous. Stages describe the size, location, and severity of the cancer. Stage 0 Stage 0 is generally a
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Symptoms of Breast CancerEdited By: Stephanie Dawson • Lumps The first noticeable symptom of breast cancer is typically a lump that feels different from the rest of the breast tissue. Usually the lump persists after the menstrual cycle. Lumps associated with breast cancer are usually painless. They are visible on a mammogram long before they
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