Manic Depression, Are You Taking Manic Depression Seriously?
Filed under: Depression, Depression Medication, Mental Health, Mood Disorders, stress
Manic depression or Bipolar depression is actually considered as one of the most horrible type of depression that people usually experience from. This is something that we all need to be taking very seriously.
The National Institute of Mental Health defines Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, as a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. Symptoms of bipolar disorder are severe. They are different from the normal ups and downs that everyone goes through from time to time. Bipolar disorder symptoms can result in damaged relationships, poor job or school performance, and even suicide. But bipolar disorder can be treated, and people with this illness can lead full and productive lives.
Usually typified by sudden and extreme changes in their ambiance, Manic depression is said to be called as such because manic = mania refers to the ‘ups’ while depression refers to the ‘downs’.
A lot of people actually experience erratic changes in their moods, some times, these so-called mood swings may not just be caused by PMS (pre-menstrual syndrome) or stress. Doctors actually have diagnosed mood swings as a common symptom of depression.
But when these so-called mood swings have gone to highest irrationality, from getting annoyed even by the littlest or simplest of things like not getting your favorite ice cream flavor, this may not be just a sign of spoiled brat, but when getting annoyed means you’ll cuss and swear on the ice cream vendor and throw absurd tantrums, this may already be the start of Manic depression.
The so-called ‘manic’ or ‘ups’ in Manic depression is described as to be the times when a person suffering from Manic depression may experience overly high periods, consisting of heightened energy, a sudden outburst of euphoric mood, extreme irritability, thoughts racing as well as aggressive behavior.
According to professional therapists, a person suffering from Manic depression may have these so-called manic ‘episodes’ where sudden outbursts of euphoric and elevated mood swings may actually go through this for as long as not just a day, in can actually go on for as long as one week, even longer than that.
When it comes to the so-called ‘low’ or ‘down’ periods, as its name suggests can actually bring someone who is suffering from Manic depression may experience very similar symptoms to those who are suffering from actual depression. People who are suffering from Manic depression may actually experience episodes showing a depressed state of mind -- a feeling of worthlessness and being unloved may start to corrupt the individual’s mind. Various symptoms, showing guilt, extreme sadness, anxiety attacks, feeling of not belonging, extreme pessimism and obvious loss for pleasure. According to the professional doctors, an individual who is depressed. consistently for more than a week can officially be diagnosed as someone who is suffering from Manic depression.
In spite of being one of the most common, yet severe type of depressive disorder, Manic depression, according to doctors can actually be treated. There’s no reason to worry too much about it, just follow the proper procedures that the therapist will instruct you to do, take the best anxiety and depression medications as well as the proper dosage in order to help you (or your friend or love one) overcome Manic depression before it becomes too late. Also, individuals who are suffering from Manic depression should always be able to see their therapists on a regular basis so as to be able to release their pent up emotions to some one who can interpret and understand what they’re going to a lot better as compared to “normal” people.
Although positive results for a Manic depressive patient can still be achieved from natural alternatives, a proper and a more lasting relief from Manic depressive symptoms can still be best acquired through seeing cognitive behavior therapists. Contrary to some beliefs, when it comes to psychiatric treatments, psychiatrists, preferably cognitive behavior therapists are still the best ones to consult for Manic depression, as well as the ones who’ll most probably be able to cure Manic depression.
Depression and Cognitive Therapy
Filed under: Anxiety Research, Depression, Depression Medication, cognitive therapy
Depression
A new study reported at PhysOrg.com states that people–suffering from depression may have a far greater hope of finding lasting relief by receiving cognitive therapy–.
There is more of that report below, but, before, I will like to set the tone and have a bit of information about depression.
What Is Depression?
Everyone occasionally feels blue or sad, but these feelings are usually fleeting and pass within a couple of days. When a person has a depressive disorder, it interferes with daily life, normal functioning, and causes pain for both the person with the disorder and those who care about him or her. Depression is a common but serious illness, and most who experience it need treatment to get better.
Many people with a depressive illness never seek treatment. But the vast majority, even those with the most severe depression, can get better with treatment. Intensive research into the illness has resulted in the development of medications, psychotherapies, and other methods to treat people with this disabling disorder.
Different forms of depression
There are several forms of depressive disorders. They are:
Major depressive disorder, also called major depression, is characterized by a combination of symptoms that interfere with a person’s ability to work, sleep, study, eat, and enjoy once–pleasurable activities.
Dysthymic disorder, also called dysthymia, is characterized by long–term (two years or longer) but less severe symptoms that may not disable a person but can prevent one from functioning normally or feeling well.
Source: National Institute of Mental Health
The report: Cognitive therapy key to tackling depression (source: (PhysOrg.com)) states– New research from The University of Western Ontario shows why people suffering from depression may have a far greater hope of finding lasting relief by receiving cognitive therapy, rather than simply taking antidepressants. Previous research has demonstrated that individuals treated with cognitive therapy have approximately half of the relapse rate of those treated with medication alone
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{Editor’s Note}
This is a very interesting report on Cognitive Therapy and depending how much help you need to cure your anxiety or panic… it might be good for you to review and read the report in its entirety, again, here is the link: click here.
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Depression Anxiety Medication, Medications to Treat Your Anxiety and Depression
Filed under: Anxiety Remedies, Best Anxiety Medication, Depression, Depression Medication
Turn to Depression Anxiety Medication
In the quest to relieve ourselves from the heaviness of depression and
anxiety symptoms, we usually turn to taking depression anxiety medication.
The reason for this… well, it is rooted in our culture as we treat everything
with a pill, syrup or extract from a plant.
And I guess is just the way it is…
imho… The drug making companies will for always make sure we take – wink, wink – medicine.
Some medications are more powerful than others are… and other medication’s real purpose
is to bring income to the drug making company.
Anyhow, our goal is to relieve our symptoms and usually our doctors will prescribe what the best
available medicine is to treat our symptoms. Do not take lightly in having a professional team on your side.
This is very important for you to have a productive and successful life.
Types of Depression Anxiety Medication
Now, note that anxiety and depression medication may only relieve some of your symptoms.
Anxiety and depression medication is not a silver bullet and they come with their own side
effects and problems.
There are several ways to treat your depression and anxiety: SSRI drugs, atypical antidepressants,
natural remedies, CBT, reprogramming the brain, breathing techniques, herbal products, and much more.
Yet, SSRI’s are the most common types of depression anxiety medication prescribed.
It is known fact that Prozac increase serotonin levels in the brain and may effectively deal
with your type of depression or anxiety.
Now below is a list of other SSRI’s (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) that may
help your condition:
* Fluvoxamine (Luvox)
* Sertraline (Zoloft)
* Paroxetine (Paxil)
* Escitalopram (Lexapro)
* Citalopram (Celexa)
source: helpguide.org
We all need to remember, that medication alone may treat some symptoms
of depression anxiety, but can’t change the root of the problem in your life.
Steps to Take When Searching for Depression Anxiety Medication
If you are searching for information on depression anxiety medication then you
first need to seek advice from a psychiatrist, not your internal medicine physician.
Then, under professional supervision, you need to have a bit of patience as to let
the anxiety depression meds. work in your body.
The effect may take some time. In addition, you may not necessarily experiment
a positive effect immediately.
Third step is important.
Do not ignore the therapy session with your psychiatrist
or psychologist, as this might be the most effective thing you do to stop your anxiety
and depression.
Finally, do not stop taking your depression anxiety medication. You really do not want
to have withdrawal symptoms without your doctor knowing about this… and if the
medication is not working just let your professional doctor know about it and have
him re-examine which depression anxiety medication is best suited for you.
What is Celexa Side Effects?
Filed under: Anxiety Panic Meds, Anxiety Remedies, Depression Medication
What is Celexa Side Effects?
Are you having an anxiety or panic attack?
Have you been working hard and want to succeed in a particular task
and have been in overdrive for a long time now?
Have you been prescribed at least 20-25mg of the drug called Celexa?
Do you know what this drug supposed to do? Do you know Celexa’s side effects?
Let’s start.
What is Celexa?
Before we answer, let me tell you about this friend of mine.
She is very friendly, down to earth, and overall a nice person. I like her very much.
The only frustrating part is that she is a perfectionist. Everything must be done the way she wants it.
There is no negotiation once her mind is set. This to me is very frustrating and I know that it is the
reason she get these awful panic attacks.
Anyhow, she is working very hard with a specific project and she just could not go to sleep. She let
me know that the project was making her feel very anxious with a bit of paranoia… She was just trying
too hard to make sure the work was done to perfection.
You can not imagine the toll was this taking on all of our friends, her family and the poor co-workers…
A panic and anxiety attack is not easy on the person who is suffering from the attack disorders
but it also takes on a toll on friends and family.
Today I understand that almost all panic attack sufferers have this “must be perfect mentality” that
really changes the “panic attack” gears to the upper levels. It just makes the whole situation awful
and hard to deal with.
She told me that, she tried to rest for an hour or two the other days and woke up with a full-blown panic attack
and had to go the hospital.
Not good, she is a great person.
The doctor prescribed her with 20mg of Celexa. What is Celexa? Celexa is a best-selling antidepressant.
Celexa ia also know as Citalopram. Citalopram is used to treat the symptoms of major depression,
social anxiety disorder and panic disorder < http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celexa>.
From researching about Celexa I noticed that all the research done on the drug it consistently and significantly improved symptoms of depression of the patients.
So I asked my friend if she was feeling better after taking the medication and she said she did but that now she feels a little more moody, sleepy and a feeling of not really into the project as before. I reminded her that she needs to wait and see if the drug does do work on her.
I told her that Celexa’s main characteristic is to help restore the brain’s chemical balance, which helps improve mood. But, sometimes, medicine needs a bit of time to be in the body’s system to take effect. I think she needs to give some more time to see if this drug will work for her. I truly hope that it does.
What are Celexa’s side effects?
I found that Celexa or Citalopram side effects are nausea, dry mouth and sleepiness.
My friend at this time is only experiencing the sleepiness side effect. In my estimate, that is fine, she is always so wind up that I am a bit happy she is sleeping. I will see how long that feeling last but for now,,, like I said she needs the sleep. But if it prolongs, then, she will need to go back to the doctor for re-evaluation.
At that time, then, the doctor should either stop or change the medication.
I also found a new natural remedy for anxiety and panic attacks that I referred to my friend, and it is call Gabatrol. Gabatrol is a safe, all natural way to feel anxiety and panic attack relief. What I like from Gabatrol compared to Celexa is that Gabatrol is non-addictive.
You see, I am not sure and am praying that the side effects my friend is experiencing doesn’t really change the way SHE is… and I also do not want her to be addictive to Celexa and have to take this drug forever. After reading much about each remedy, I find Gabatrol having the less side effects and less addiction. This works best for me.
I want my friend to be stress, anxiety, depression free and not addicted to any drug.