Magnesium and Mental Health

Today’s blog is republished from my friends at TheAlternativeDaily. The original article can be found here: Signs of magnesium deficiency Here are just a few signs that you may be magnesium deficient: Anxiety Depression Muscle cramps High blood pressure Hormone problems Sleep issues Low energy Low vitamin D Low vitamin K Depression Magnesium is essential for proper … Continue reading Magnesium and Mental Health

Oregano Oil Improves Mental Health

We've heard that "food is medicine" but there's not much easily available about it. Studies show that oregano oil extracts can help alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety in humans and animals. Taking carvacrol, a potent medicinal compound found in oregano oil, has been shown to increase levels of dopamine and serotonin in certain parts of the brain, reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression

My Son Stays in His Room All the Time?

While teenagers do need privacy, being cooped up and plugged in most of the time they are home is not good for their physical or mental health. The continuing lack of in-person interaction for teens has a particularly negative impact for boys, because they tend to bond through activities rather than conversation, but girls are impacted too. Suicide is all too frequent in this environment.

The Connection Between Trauma & Addiction

http://www.thefreedomcenter.com/the-connection-between-trauma-addiction/ Trauma can come from a single event or ongoing issues, such as domestic violence, sexual assault, or neglect. Trauma experienced in childhood can have lifelong effects on your health and mental well-being. While the impact of trauma might not seem related to addiction at first glance, the two are closely connected. People with addictions … Continue reading The Connection Between Trauma & Addiction

Suprisingly Dramatic Role of Nutrition in Mental Health

So, we have long suspected that our food is not conducive to good Mental Health, an Julia Rucklidge spells it out in this short TED Talk. Vital knowledge, especially for pregnant women. see video below.Tweet Julia J Rucklidge, PhD is a Professor of Clinical Psychology in the Department of Psychology at the University of Canterbury, … Continue reading Suprisingly Dramatic Role of Nutrition in Mental Health

Mental Health America Releases its Annual State of Mental Health in America Report

For the 6th year in a row, Mental Health America (MHA) released its annual State of Mental Health Report, which ranks all 50 states and the District of Columbia based on several mental health and access measures. This year, Pennsylvania came out on top overall with Nevada coming in 51st. The report also takes a … Continue reading Mental Health America Releases its Annual State of Mental Health in America Report