LiveWellTalk - Overcoming Mental Health Challenges

Depression In depression , a person experiences a low feeling characterized by symptoms of being unhappy, sad, disappointed or miserable. It is of course normal to have such feelings for a short duration in the normal course of life. But when these feelings continue for a prolonged period and get in the way of a person's normal way of living, it moves into the realm of what is depression . What is Depression Depression is a mood disorder that combines such feelings as those of being lost, sad, angry, and frustrated over a long period without a valid reason being present. It is normal to have times when you experience all of these feelings as life throws things at you, but not for these feelings to continue on for prolonged periods. What is Depression Like? Depression is not an all or nothing occurrence. It can range from mild to severe. Some of the symptoms used in assessing the severity of depression include abnormal amounts of sleep, changes in appetite, changes in weight, and t

Healthy Diet for Depression and Anxiety Healthy diet has proven itself as a natural and effective treatment for many health issues and that does not exclude mental health issues like anxiety and depression . Right nutrition helps the body function properly, leaving organs with less stress, thus improving their capacity to heal. This in its turn will be quite effective in improving your mood, increasing your concentration and memory. For a person suffering from unipolar or bipolar depression and anxiety disorders it’s a challenge to maintain good eating habits, however, having a healthy diet will have drastic long term positive effects on the person’s mental health and physical well-being. Best Diet for Depression and Anxiety 1. Complex carbohydrate which includes fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains are a very good source of steady supply of glucose for the body, which is helpful in maintaining body and brain energy. With the help of which there can be prevention of memory prob

Relaxation Techniques Some amount of stress and anxiety is actually healthy because it can help you focus and sharpen your mind, but when it becomes overwhelming, it then produces debilitating effects on both the mind and the body. There are many simple natural remedies (yes, in addition to medication treatment and psychotherapy) that anyone can follow or practice to reduce anxiety and stress . These include relaxation techniques , which require little effort and can be used at any time. Relaxation techniques induce a natural, physiological response to stress, a reaction when one does not know it is happening. Relaxation is defined as a psychophysical state in which a person feels free from stress and tension. Achieving a state of relaxation means gaining the ability to control the level of physical activation in order to produce a state that is ready for freedom from tension. When stress and anxiety affect the body's normal functioning, relaxation can be a helpful way to regain p