Anxiety Support Group
Anxiety is a physical condition marked by intense and persistent feelings of distress, fear, angst or dread. General anxiety caused by routine day-to-day stresses usually passes quickly and is experienced by almost everyone at one time or another. However, such feelings that linger over time and are very difficult to cope with, and which lack a clear cause, may indicate...
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This has helped me, i thought i'd post it for you guys. :)
"In some cases, anxiety may be treated at home, without a doctor's supervision. However, this may be limited to situations in which the duration of the anxiety is short and the cause is identified and can be eliminated or avoided. There are several exercises and actions that are recommended to cope with this type of anxiety:
-Learn to manage stress in your life. Keep an eye on pressures and deadlines, and commit to taking time away from study or work.
-Learn a variety of relaxation techniques. Information about physical relaxation methods and meditation techniques can be found in book stores and health food shops.
-Practice deep abdominal breathing. This consists of breathing in deeply and slowly through your nose, taking the air right down to your abdomen, and then breathing out slowly and gently through your mouth. Breathing deeply for too long may lead to dizziness from the extra oxygen.
-Learn to replace "negative self talk" with "coping self talk." Make a list of the negative thoughts you have, and write a list of positive, believable thoughts to replace them. Replace negative thoughts with positive ones.
-Picture yourself successfully facing and conquering a specific fear.
-Talk with a person who is supportive.
-Meditate.
-Exercise.
-Take a long, warm bath.
-Rest in a dark room.
How is anxiety prevented?
Although anxiety disorders cannot be prevented, there are ways to reduce your risk and methods to control or lessen symptoms. Recommendations include:
Reducing caffeine, tea, cola, and chocolate consumption.
Checking with a doctor or pharmacist before using over-the-counter or herbal remedies to see if they contain chemicals that may contribute to anxiety.
Exercising regularly.
Eating healthy foods.
Keeping a regular sleep pattern.
Seeking counseling and support after a traumatic or disturbing experience.
Avoiding alcohol, cannabis."
source:
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/info/anxiety/what-is-anxiety.php
This has helped me, i thought i'd post it for you guys. :)
"In some cases, anxiety may be treated at home, without a doctor's supervision. However, this may be limited to situations in which the duration of the anxiety is short and the cause is identified and can be eliminated or avoided. There are several exercises and actions that are recommended to cope with this type of anxiety:
-Learn to manage stress in your life. Keep an eye on pressures and deadlines, and commit to taking time away from study or work.
-Learn a variety of relaxation techniques. Information about physical relaxation methods and meditation techniques can be found in book stores and health food shops.
-Practice deep abdominal breathing. This consists of breathing in deeply and slowly through your nose, taking the air right down to your abdomen, and then breathing out slowly and gently through your mouth. Breathing deeply for too long may lead to dizziness from the extra oxygen.
-Learn to replace "negative self talk" with "coping self talk." Make a list of the negative thoughts you have, and write a list of positive, believable thoughts to replace them. Replace negative thoughts with positive ones.
-Picture yourself successfully facing and conquering a specific fear.
-Talk with a person who is supportive.
-Meditate.
-Exercise.
-Take a long, warm bath.
-Rest in a dark room.
How is anxiety prevented?
Although anxiety disorders cannot be prevented, there are ways to reduce your risk and methods to control or lessen symptoms. Recommendations include:
Reducing caffeine, tea, cola, and chocolate consumption.
Checking with a doctor or pharmacist before using over-the-counter or herbal remedies to see if they contain chemicals that may contribute to anxiety.
Exercising regularly.
Eating healthy foods.
Keeping a regular sleep pattern.
Seeking counseling and support after a traumatic or disturbing experience.
Avoiding alcohol, cannabis."
source:
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/info/anxiety/what-is-anxiety.php
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good stuff... I just realized my caffeine consumption is way up, and that is something I can do to change it!
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Had anxiety disorder long before injury. Is just worse now. Didn't know I was to have a picture of myself. I try to avoid them because of my facial injuries.
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