Most people associate meditation with laser-like focus, expanded internal awareness, emotional stability, and cognitive enhancement. Plus there is mounting evidence to suggest that many of these claims are valid, just read all of the scientific benefits of meditation. The new wave of meditation science, coupled with development of meditation apps (e.g. Headspace), and celebrities attributing their success …
In a high stress world, nearly everyone is trying to become more relaxed. Relaxation is often considered effective in reducing insomnia, anxiety, and even some types of depression. Feelings of relaxation are brought forth by activation of the parasympathetic nervous system. It is the parasympathetic nervous system that is responsible for helping our body rest, …
LSD (Lysergic acid diethylamide) also known as “acid” is a drug that is commonly used to experience unique psychological effects. It is a psychedelic substance that when taken can lead a person to experience an altered perception of reality. For example, the person may think differently, see “visuals” with eyes closed or open, and they …
I was on Paxil CR (Controlled-Release) 12.5 mg for nearly a full year before my doctor increased the dosage to 25 mg thinking that it would be effective. After a few weeks of taking the 25 mg dose, I could not concentrate or get anything done – my life had become a wreck. My concentration was …
Cymbalta (Duloxetine) was officially approved by the FDA in 2004 as a new treatment for major depression. It is classified as an SNRI antidepressant which means it inhibits the reuptake of serotonin as well as norepinephrine. This medication was also devised to target more of the physical symptoms associated with depression and was approved by …
What is a nervous breakdown? It should be noted that although many people classify a nervous breakdown as a “mental breakdown” – a nervous breakdown is merely a subtype of mental breakdown that involves intense feelings of anxiety and stress – this is what causes us to react with our “nerves” and we feel “nervous.” …