May 8th, 2010
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Depression and weight gain are two medical conditions known to co-exist. Many doctors claim it a vicious circle wherein the people end up adopting wrong eating habits to kill boredom, depression, isolation and other emotional turbulences. One of the major contributors of depression and consequent weight gain is stress. The buildup of the stress level transforms the person into a flight mode which leads to excessive release of the chemical called cortisol. The increase in the level of this chemical in the blood stream leads to an increased appetite and thus gradual weight gain. Secondly, insomnia or erratic sleeping patterns is another side effect of depression. Sleeplessness or lack of sleep for adequate hours at night leads to abrupt gain in weight. This increased weight can only be naturally reduced once the person re-instates a regular sleep pattern.
Nevertheless the contributing factors, thankfully, there are dedicated medicines to fight both depression and weight gain. To achieve the same it is important to follow a regular physical exertion regime to overcome depression and lose weight. The support of family and friends prove indispensable at overcoming depression and thus give up one’s over-indulgence into food. The regular intake of anti-depressants also gives a boost to the entire body system to fight depression.
May 8th, 2010
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Severe depletion in the level of hormones is regarded as a potential reason for depression. This is particularly true among those going through the stage of menopause. In this stage, both men and women experience a considerable depletion in hormones which manifest in the form of depression. The inadequacy of the same is met by the treatment called hormone replacement therapy. The same is also used for the treatment of depression. It is observed that when the level of estrogen hormone reduces, the level of neurotransmitters, especially serotonin also reduces considerably. This leads to depression as the sufficient presence of this chemical is responsible for maintaining stability in the mental equilibrium.
In the administration of hormone replacement therapy for treating the depression patients, a series of synthetic hormones are introduced through medicines. The body then treats these man-made hormones, especially synthetic estrogen as natural which consequently leads to elevation in serotonin level. Once the presence of this chemical is increased in the body, the person attains a moderate control over his mood swings and re-affirms an optimistic attitude towards life. Therefore, by increasing the level of estrogen, the hormone replacement therapy offers a potential cure for depression.
May 8th, 2010
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The condition of depression is indeed a serious medical condition and hence demands immediate intervention by an expert. There are mainly two sets of treatments offered for relieving a depressive state of mind, namely, medicines and relaxation therapies like music therapy. Specialized music therapists use advanced techniques and clinical inventories to soothe the anxious and hypersensitive mind of such patients. This therapy is administered in form of several sessions that may last for 4-5 weeks. On the other hand, depression medicines effectively correct the chemical imbalances in the brain and stimulate the optimism level. These drugs show their result within a few days by triggering the release of neurotransmitters which control the mood swings among the patients.
It is important to note that music therapy is a long procedure and may not be successful among all the patients. On the other hand, anti-depressants do prove effectual among most of the patients, but they are loaded with side effects. One of the most grieved side effects of the same is an overwhelming feeling of committing suicide among patients of depression. The rhythms or beats in the music brings about a therapeutic effect on the person and does not cause any harm of sorts.
May 8th, 2010
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Research and several studies have revealed that music bears a profound effect on one’s psyche and body. It is for the same reason that today, music in used form a therapy to heal patients suffering from depression, anxiety and stress. Music therapy aids significantly in warding off depression, managing pain, calming or easing the tensed muscles and nerves of the nervous system. It has been proven that music rich in beats strongly stimulate the brainwave to move in sync with the beats. This promotes high concentration, transformation in to a mode of alert, and most important, a calm and soothing effect on the nerves, Moreover, the variations in the music can also bring about changes in mood and hence relieve the problem of mood swings.
The alterations in the brain wave are also associated with changes throughout the body system. Most significantly, such fluctuations govern the heart beat rate and breathing activities. Additionally, experts have stated that music bears the potential to instill a positive state of mind which further aids in keeping the depression and anxiety away. This can considerably reduce the stress level and elevate the optimism level of the mind and bring other benefits.
May 8th, 2010
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Color therapy better known as the chromotherapy is a technique followed since ages to offer alternate energy to the body so as to heal the physical and emotional damages in the body. This therapy uses a stream of different colors to cure varied emotional and physical problems throughout the entire body system. The same is administered by a professional chromotherapist who plans a custom program, after a thorough understanding of the patient’s medical history. Once the custom program is set, they use the power of color to balance the emotional, physical and mental energy in the body. They may also use advanced tools and technology to understand the body regions that lack energy and then use colors to replenish the same. It is remarkable to note that this color test has shown tremendous potential at correcting the stress build up in the body. It uses the stream of colors like green and blue to reduce the stress and encourage a balanced flow of energy in the body.
This therapy is popularly recommended for depression patients to revive a positive flow of energy through the body system. Such patients are predominantly exposed to red color which is known to promote positive energy in the body. Orange color is known to promote enthusiasm and pleasure which also works quite well among the patients of depression.
May 8th, 2010
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Relaxation therapy usually comprises of a stream of specialized techniques that work towards relaxing one voluntarily. This program basically includes exercises like breathing training, muscle relaxation exercises. All these training exercises are aimed at reducing mental and physical exertion. A typical session of the same therapy may include activities like massage, listening to special music that soothes the nerves and muscles, watching relaxation videos. It is for its soothing effects, the therapy is recommended for patients suffering from depression. Among such patients suffering from depressive state of mind, the frequent administration of this specialized therapy aids in busing the build-up of stress and anxiety. Ideally, these therapies are recommended along with the daily intake of anti-depressants for a speedy recovery.
One can avail the relaxing effects of this therapy from special community centers where such classes are held. Moreover, clinics, hospitals with stuff trained at dealing depression among patients also offer such classes.
May 8th, 2010
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Kava is a medicinal plant from South Pacific known for its relieving and soothing effects. The roots of this herb are popularly known to reduce anxiety level and improve the mood. It is for the same reason may specialists recommend the same for treating mild to moderate form of depression. Ideally, the roots of the herb are dried to form a pulp or powder and then mixed with water for consumption. Else, one may also consume the tablet form of this herb at least 2-3 times a day. However, patients with certain medical conditions are dissuaded from using this herbal medicine to avoid further after effects. Therefore, it is imperative to consult a health care practitioner before taking its dosage blindly. Secondly, one should select the particular brand which contains at least 30-70 per cent of kavalactones which is an active ingredient in this herb.
The ideal dosage of the same is 150-300 mg and should be taken at least 1-3 times a day for best effects. However, the recommended dosage may vary from one brand to another. Ideally, a person starts to experience improvements in the depressive state of mind within a period of 3-4 weeks.
May 8th, 2010
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Passiflora incarnata is a herb known for its natural sedative properties. The flowers, leaves, stems of this particular medicinal flower are known to bear magical relieving and soothing effect on the entire central nervous system of the humans. The non-addictive sedative properties of this herb has been used over the centuries as potent treatment for conditions like mild depression, stress, hypersensitivity, insomnia, convulsions and heart palpitations to certain extent. Many health care providers, especially herbalists, encourage the daily consumption of this herb for patients of depression to relieve the emotionally turbulent and anxious state of mild. The soothing effects of this natural agent also help such patients to attain regularity in sleeping patterns which considerably reduces irritability and hypersensitivity of the mind.
The herb is available in both tablet and liquid form. Therefore, one may consume this herb as per one’s convenience. The capsule form must be taken at least 2-3 times a day in a dosage of 200mg-400mg, depending on the intensity of the depression. Furthermore, this herb can also be taken occasionally, in its liquid extract, especially when the person feels gloomy or low. The same immediately soothes the mind and calms down the tensed muscles in the brain.
May 8th, 2010
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Depression can considerably injure one’s self esteem and distort the way the person perceives himself. Fortunately, this condition has numerous cures and treatments which successfully eliminate the current depressive bouts and re-instate one’s confidence in life and being. The first step towards the treatment of the same includes the intake of a stream of over the counter medicines which show excellent results in treating mild to moderate form of depression. The herbal medications like St John’s Wort naturally work towards the alleviation of this condition. However, one still needs to seek the consultation of a specialist before blindly consuming any of these medicines. Just because these drugs are available over the counter does not qualify them for absolutely safe drugs. The over-consumption or the combination intake of these drugs may lead to either major or minor side effects.
Furthermore, anti-depressants like Serotonin, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), Noradrenaline Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs) and Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) are also available over the counter. All these medicines work towards improving the efficiency of the brain by triggering the production of neurochemicals that alleviate the effects of depression. However, the effect of each of these medicines may vary from one person to another.
May 8th, 2010
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Depression has a broader meaning than one can imagine. It is one of the common mental illnesses that can have debilitating effects on your health, and that includes both the mental and the physical aspects.
Depression leads to loss of appetite, loss of sleep, decreased sex drive and memory loss as well. As scientists have finally identified that there is a strong link between the mind, moods and the memory, it has been clear now that depression can affect the memory drastically.
Memory is the function of that part of the brain that is hobbled due to depression. A person becomes forgetful, suffers from trauma and fails to take decisions as well. This results due to a potential chemical imbalance occurring in the body. It is the neurotransmitters that enable us to talk and memories, and when these are affected, we fail.
As depression is a form of sad emotion, people try to recall the bad memories when they are depressed and these emotions play havoc on their mind, which eventually leads to forgetfulness.
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