Tom came to see me because he was suffering from social anxiety and panic attacks that would affect his breathing and trigger heart palpitations. His profound fear of being sick in public would often keep him home. It was not uncommon for his anxiety to creep up on him in the most inopportune moments, and …
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Could the expression of gender confusion, or the raging maniac behind the wheel of the car that cut you off on your way home from your son’s soccer game be caused by disharmony of an organ system in the body? Traditional Chinese medicine is fascinating in regards to its tenets on mental health. Each organ …
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As a naturopathic doctor, I am often asked about the connection between hormones and mental health. It’s clear that there is a significant interaction between the two, with imbalances in hormones often leading to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders. Hormones play a crucial role in regulating brain function, mood, and overall …
A young woman in her mid-30s came to seek a solution for her emotional stress and anxiety that gripped her heart like a vise, and despair clouded her every thought. The breaking point came in her life when her beloved grandmother passed away. The loss was devastating, leaving her drowning in a sea of grief. …
True Stories- Relief for Stress and Anxiety through Homeopathy Read More »
Anxiety is widespread, impacting over 40 million adults in the US. Approximately 1/3 of all Americans will encounter an anxiety disorder at some point. It is twice as common in women compared to men. For decades, pharmaceuticals were often considered the primary treatment option. We now know there are various effective approaches beyond medication, including …