Depression and heart disease are connected. Here are some statistics that have been presented by the National Institute of Health.
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Depression affects those with heat disease at a much higher rate and can have devastating consequences.
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Depression occurs at a 20% higher rate than those with out heart disease.
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Among those who have a history of having a heart attack, the rate of depression is 40-65%.
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Major depression for heart patients may contribute to worsening of symptoms or poor adherence to cardiac treatment regimens.
Not all dementia symptoms are irreversible. The following symptoms can be reversed:
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Dementia is when a person’s intellectual capacity is impaired. Here are the top symptoms to look for.
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Short-term memory loss
Inability to recall memory from a short-period of time.
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Difficulty problem-solving
This is the inability to think problems through.
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Can’t solve simple tasks
Inability to complete simple tasks previously done without effort. Now needs supervision and stepwise instruction.
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Difficulty concentrating
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Paranoia/distrust
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Inappropriate/bizarre behavior
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Socializing skills are very important in everyday life. Here are five tips to help you improve.
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Learn to ask the right questions
Ask open-ended questions. Listen to responses, which may bring up more questions.
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Choose to be in control.
Make time to have dinner with a friend. Incorporate having lunch with one or two coworkers. Attend a structured class, where conversation is minimal and optional.
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Learn to accept your self.
Be honest about your struggles in conversation and use this to deal with your discomfort.
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Schizophrenia is a difficult illness to deal with. There are the most popular theories as to the cause of schizophrenia.
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Genetics
Illness does run in families. Identical twins have the highest risk. Research shows that multiple genes are involved. Similarly there is evidence that prenatal trauma may be involved (intrauterine starvation, viral infection, perinatal complications, etc.)
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Brain
There is research regarding neurotransmitters (brain chemicals) and schizophrenia. Abnormalities have been found in the structure of the brain of some individuals.
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Experiencing schizophrenia or watching someone with schizophrenia can be a frightening experience. Understanding symptoms is important so that the person can receive help. If you or someone you know has schizophrenia contact your physician for a referral to a counselor or a psychiatrist.
Hallucinations:
Delusions:
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Myth: A panic attack can cause heart failure.
Reality: Although during a panic attack you can have rapid heartbeat, they are not dangerous. However, during a heart attack, the most common symptom is continuous pain and a pressured sensation in the center of your chest.
Myth: A panic attack will cause you to stop breathing or suffocate.
Reality: Under stress neck and chest muscles tighten reducing breathing capacity, but thses sensations will pass.
Myth: A panic attack can cause you to faint.
First blog talked about causes and symptoms of anxiety disorders in children. The second blog focused on the different types of anxiety disorders. Today’s blog will cover the parents, caregivers can do to help children with anxiety disorder.
Here are some tips to help children with stress and anxiety
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Provide a safe, comfortable, consistent dependable home
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Screen the television programs that young children watch. Even the news with violent scenes can produce fears and anxiety.
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Spend calm and relaxing time with your children. Teach them techniques to relax such as calm music, taking warm baths or closing your eyes and taking deep breaths.
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