LiveWellTalk - Overcoming Mental Health Challenges

American journalist, author, and editor Hara Estroff Marano defined depression as a “disorder of the body as much as of the mind”. With that definition in mind, I seek in this article to explore the trail of destruction that depression leaves around the body. The Physical Toll of Depression: How It Affects Your Body The mind cannot exist in the absence of the body. On the other hand, the body is normally referred to as a vegetable if the mid is absent. This has led to the common medical phrase “brain dead”. This interconnectivity between the two, sort of opens a Pandora’s Box, since the treatment of one often requires that the needs of the other are kept under advisement. For instance, if you consider the symptoms of depression, you can easily conclude that depression, while being a problem of the mind, often expresses itself through physical means such as insomnia and inactivity.    Read more:   Depression and Sleeping Too Little or Too Much People may also lose the desi...

One of the prevalent symptoms of depression is fatigue, which is a feeling of exhaustion and lack of energy. Fatigue occurs in over 90% of people who experience depression. In this article, we will explore why depression makes you tired all the time and lead to increased sleep and the physiological and psychological factors contributing to this phenomenon, and discuss potential strategies to manage fatigue associated with depression. Depression Makes You Tired Fatigue in depression goes beyond normal tiredness. It is a pervasive feeling of weariness that can impact all aspects of life. You may struggle to find the motivation to engage in activities you once enjoyed, further exacerbating your sense of fatigue. The fatigue experienced in depression is not easily relieved by rest or sleep alone. Sleep Disturbances in Depression Sleep disturbances are a common feature of depression. Insomnia , characterized by difficulties falling asleep or staying asleep, is often seen in individuals wit...

If your baby clings to you when you try to leave him/her or refuses to calm down unless you hold them in your arms, they may be going through separation anxiety. If you're experiencing these behaviors with your baby, know that it's completely normal. Contrary to what some may believe, separation anxiety is actually a sign that you're doing a great job as a parent and that your bond with your child is strong and healthy. So, while it can be tough to deal with at the moment, take comfort in the fact that it's a natural part of your baby's development. Separation Anxiety in Babies NHS says : It is common for young children between 6 months and 3 years of age to experience separation anxiety and fear of strangers, which are considered normal aspects of their development, and they typically outgrow these feelings. Separation anxiety is a normal and common experience for babies, usually starting around 6 to 8 months of age and continuing through toddlerhood (typically beg...

Over 40 million U.S. adults suffer from anxiety. Many are seeking natural solutions such as aromatherapy to relieve symptoms. Aromatherapy uses natural substances like herbs and flowers to enhance the body’s natural healing mechanisms. The healing power of plants and flowers is extracted into essential oils which are the main ingredients in aromatherapy. The ancient Egyptians used essential oils to preserve the bodies of the pharaohs. During World War II, essential oils were used to help treat injured soldiers at a time when medicine was scarce. As I said, powerful stuff! Essential oils, once inhaled, stimulate the limbic region of the brain helping to regulate stress, breathing, blood pressure, heart rate, and even hormones. Use aromatherapy in the following ways: Hot water vapors Directly inhaling the scent from a bottle, inhaler, or drops placed nearby Essential oil infused perfume, soaps, lotions with essential oils that are absorbed into the skin Vaporizers Humidifiers Aromatherap...