Carrie Said:

Is there an Alternative Medicine for Depression or bi-polar?

We Answered:

Hi Dvesad

Here are some remedies

Causes

Important factors to consider as causes of mental health disorders are food and environmental allergies, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), stress, chronic physical illness, hormone imbalances, lower than normal histamine levels, and viral infections of the brain. Social and cultural factors, as well as a person’s age and gender, can also contribute to or exacerbate mental health disorders. Ironically, so can the use of prescription drugs, including drugs specifically prescribed and recommended for treating mental health disorders.

Natural Cures

Aromatherapy: The following essential oils can promote calm and soothe stress: chamomile, clary sage, lavender, sandalwood, and ylang ylang.

For depression: bergamot, geranium, jasmine, melissa, neroli, and rose can be helpful, since they act as natural antidepressants.

Bach Flower Remedies:
Back flower remedies, discovered by British homeopathic physician Edward Bach in the early 20th century, are a safe and often highly effective self-care approach for dealing with a wide variety of mental health disorders. According to Dr. Bach, all illnesses are due, at least in part, to underlying mental and emotional issues that interfere with our connection with Spirit or divine energy. His research showed that energetic frequencies of the various 38 flower remedies he identified are able to resolve and heal mental and emotional imbalances to create overall health. The remedies are very easy to work with and in most cases patients can determine which remedies are most suited for their needs simply by referencing the following chart:

Agrimony—Suffering covered by a cheerful or brave facade. Distressed by argument or confrontation, may seek escape from pain or worry with addictive behavior through the use of food, drugs, cigarettes, or alcohol.

Aspen —Vague fears or anxiety of unknown origin. Apprehension, foreboding.

Beech—Critical, intolerant, or easily finding fault. May overreact with annoyance or irritability to the shortcomings of others.

Centaury—Willing servant, overly anxious to please, weak willed, or easily exploited/dominated by others. May neglect own needs to serve others. Avoids confrontation, difficulty saying “no.”

Cerato—Lacks confidence in own judgment. Little trust in inner guidance. Constantly seeks advice of others; therefore vulnerable to being misguided.

Cherry Plum—Fear of losing mental or physical control, of doing something desperate or violent. Tantrums, suicidal thoughts, impulse to do something thoughtless or known to be wrong. Fear of letting go. May be near nervous breakdown.

Chestnut Bud—Failure to learn from experience, repeats inappropriate patterns. Difficulty correcting mistakes.

Chicory—Loving, but with expectation of being loved in return. Possessive, emotionally needy, easily hurt or rejected.

Clematis—Lacks concentration, daydreams. Drowsy or “spacey” with a halfhearted interest in present circumstances. Inactive, ungrounded. Trouble materializing dreams.

Crab Apple—Cleansing remedy when feeling toxic, contaminated, or unclean. Ashamed of self-image. Fear of being contaminated. Need for cleanliness. Can be used to assist detoxification, if needed.

Elm—Overwhelmed by responsibilities. Normally capable, now doubts ability to perform tasks. Temporary feelings of inadequacy due to overload. Difficulty prioritizing.

Gentian—Mild despondency or discouragement due to setback, difficulty, or failed expectation. Negativity reverses easily with positive events or successes.

Gorse—Helplessness, hopelessness, sense of futility. Convinced situation will not improve; may not be willing to try remedies.

Heather—Self-centered, self-obsessed, or self-absorbed. Seeks the companionship of anyone who will listen to them. Constant chatterer, poor listener, unhappy if left alone.

Holly—Strongly felt negative feelings: hatred, envy, jealousy, suspicion, revenge, or wrath.

Honeysuckle—Dwelling in the past: old traumas, nostalgia, homesickness, regrets for happier times. Little expectation of future happiness.

Hornbeam—Mental fatigue and tiredness; procrastination. Weary before day or task begins, the “Monday morning” feeling. Difficulty starting.

Impatiens—Impatience, irritability, restlessness, or frustration with slow moving people and events. Quick in thought and action, requires all things to be done without delay. May prefer to work alone.

Larch—Lacks self-confidence despite being capable. Feels inferior. Anticipates failure; may refuse to make effort to succeed.

Antidepressants—Antidepressant medications, such as Paxil, Prozac, and Zolot, are another class of drugs that can cause serious side effects. Such side effects include anxiety, dizziness, nausea, sexual dysfunction (including impotence and loss of libido), uncontrollable facial and body tics, visual hallucinations, unhealthy weight gain and obesity, withdrawal symptoms, and sexual dysfunction. Other side effects include electric shock sensations in the brain, as well as severe and permanent neurological damage. In addition, some users of antidepressant medications can exhibit suicidal and homicidal tendencies, as well as other forms of violent behavior, and the use of tricyclic medications, such as Norpramin, has even been implicated in the sudden deaths of children for whom it was prescribed.


Best of health to you

Jim Said:

alternative medicine for depression??

We Answered:

st johns wort & evening primrose oil

Leslie Said:

Are there any natural remedies like herbs or alternative medicine for depression?

We Answered:

The most popular things that can help with stress and relaxation are St. John's Wart, SAMe, some B-Vitamins, GABA, Ashwagandha, and L-Theanine

Billie Said:

What is the best alternative medicine for depression and anxiety?

We Answered:

Did you have a blood test done to make sure your Thyroid glands are functioning properly?

Maybe you need to seek therapy, cognitive therapy helps you better understand the different facets of depression (if taking group therapy), you help each other cope and can openly discuss because it is private sessions and usually stay with the same group for so many sessions to work through different scenarios, figure out what type of person you are, for instance do you keep to yourself are you outgoing and so forth.

Its hard work I went through it I did take medication prescribed by my GP that did not agree with me at all and ended up in hospital. I am recovered thanks to the doctor that was assigned while hospitalized, I still see him although not as much now. You need to see specialists in the field and there are usually a crisis unit that can help.

Good luck I heard that natural products are only effective for a few months maybe you can rotate them I don't know but if they don't help, why take them.

Have you tried journaling your thoughts and then analyze (not right away) what you wrote. Writing things down, keeping a journal is very therapeutic.

Marjorie Said:

Does anyone know if there is a alternative medicine for depression?

We Answered:

It is important to know the source first. Depression could be due to different factors:

It could be because of lack of sun, be more outdoors in the sunshine or take melatonin.

If it is because of poor sleeping habits, try to add more hours and reduce your brain pace an hour before sleep.

If it is hormonal, eating less processed food and exercising during the day will help your body need rest. Specially avoid sugars and sweets hours before sleep.

St.John'sWort and other herbs don't help as much as previously believed. Nevertheless Vitamin B's and Omega-3 fatty acids (specially from fish and nuts) seem to reduce depression according to newer research. Go to yahoo yellowpages to find a health food store near you.

Depression could also be the source of your incompatibility with your ambience. If you hate the weather, scenery or stress that where you live offers, consider a change to a more compatible ambiance in the future.

If depression occured since a tragic event, remember that your beautiful Maker can help you reconnect with Himself... the source of good life, hope and joy. Talk to God, He may show you the Way.