Interestingly, not all acupuncturists subscribe to the same beliefs about which acupuncture points are best for anxiety. Each has received their own training and experts disagree about which points need to be targeted in order to provide the best benefits. They may also target symptoms, rather ...
I’ve been teaching classes at two different local colleges for over 12 years now. I had my system in place. I have created PowerPoints, quizzes, and tests; all the materials I need to run a class. Suddenly there were no in-person classes. The classes have all moved online. Fortunate...
Most people I work with who overcome their social anxiety usually find relief using a combination of different strategies. It’s never just one thing that made them feel 100% better, it’smore like 5 things that each made them feel 20-30% better.That’s whymy system for overcoming social...
Slapping therapyis based on the notion that slapping patients at certain points of their body has positive therapeutic effects.Hongchi Xiao, a Chinese-born investment banker, popularised thisSCAMwhich, he claims, is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is also known as ‘...
According to Georgetown University experts, Acupuncture reduces the body’s production of stress hormones. In April 2013, their research was published in the Journal of Endocrinology. Only a few approaches are guaranteed to work 100% of the time. Acupuncture falls within this category, although it...
Judy, a pleasant 31-year-old woman who has recently become single and who works in a government office, was involved in a major motor vehicle accident and was hospitalized for three weeks and suffered anxiety after the car accident. She fractured her right elbow, left pelvis and was left wi...
Acupuncture for anxiety disorders: Acupuncture is an ancient treatment for several medical conditions where sterile needles are inserted into pressure points in the body. It is gaining ground in the treatment of anxiety. According to research, acupuncture helps to relieve some of the symptoms of anxi...
For people who may be wondering how to treat anxiety without prescribed medications, natural remedies available over the counter may be an option. Alternative and complementary treatment methods such as hypnosis,acupuncture, and herbalsupplements(such askava,valerian, or passionflower) are helpful for ...
GABA is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter that may help with anxiety relief. This is why doctors may prescribe barbiturates or benzodiazepines that may increase GABA and relieve anxiety. However, these medications do not bind to GABA receptors and also may lead to increased tolerance levels,addict...
Key points Complementary mental health practices can be an effective way to address anxiety. Yoga, qigong, and acupuncture are time-tested tools to reduce anxiety and improve overall health. Companion animals can help us stay present and connected in the "now," where we are safe. Ac...