Anxiety

Anxiety is a normal emotion experienced by everyone. It is useful to prepare the body for imminent danger or threat. For some people, it can cause an exaggerated reaction that can cause debilitating anxiety attacks and a constant fear that something will happen. This can impact on a person’s daily activities and impede their ability to live a productive life.

Depression

This debilitating illness is characterised by chronic low mood that persists for several months or more. There are many symptoms, including low self esteem, lack of motivation, guilt, shame, and hopelessness. The physical symptoms are also varied and can include loss of appetite and libido, extreme tiredness and low energy levels.

Anxiety and depression are treated in a holistic way by addressing not just the symptoms, but the causes. Treatment would include dietary and lifestyle changes, in conjunction with herbal and/or nutritional supplements if required.

Simple ideas that you can put into practice now to treat anxiety and depression;

Reduce caffeine and alcohol as they can exacerbate anxiety and depression.

Get moving! Half an hour of moderate exercise a day that includes cardio and weights.

Get a relaxing massage. There is a remedial massage therapist on staff at Williamstown Osteopathy and Health Services.