Anxiety Road Podcast

These are five of my thoughts about some of the things to consider when making the choice about taking medication for your anxiety or panic disorder.   Resources Mentioned: ADAA page on Anxiety Medication HelpGuide.org page on Is Anxiety Medication Right for You? National Institute of Health page on Mental Health Medications   Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment

This is one is about anxiety and trauma with a real life example and one or two things that you can do to get an understanding about its effects on your condition. I did make a mistake in the episode, the Self Help Workbook is from the Department of Veteran Affairs, not the state of Virginia. This is what happens when you are sleep deprived.   Resources Mentioned:  SAMSHA page on Trauma and Violence; if you recognize something that resonates with you check it out when you are read and have support. Self Help Strategies for Social Anxiety from Anxiety BC There is a 51 page Self Help Workbook from the Department of Veteran Affairs (I made a mistake in the podcast and called it the state of Virginia) that is designed for veterans but might be helpful to the general public as well.   Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental heal

Last week I mentioned the book by Elizabeth Vargas's entitled Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction.  This week, a closer look at the term Dual Diagnosis aka Comobidity.   Resources Mentioned:    National Alliance On Mental Illness Dual Diagnosis Fact Sheet DrugFacts: Comorbidity: Addiction and Other Mental Disorders Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Dual Recovery Anonymous 12 Step Support Group  SMART Recovery Support Group Information page   Window Channel Network YouTube page Window Channel Network Main Site for programs and features Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advi

For some of us with an anxiety condition it is a short detour, it gets resolved. For others we’ve been on this dang road a long time; some since childhood, our teens or early twenties. The good news is that there is treatment and you might have to make some lifestyle changes but you can feel better.   Resources Mentioned:    MedLine Plus information page on Duloxetine/Cymbalta. Consumer version of the Merck Manual Drug Search page Healthy Place (America's Mental Health Channel) page on Duloxetine. Scott Stossel's book, My Age of Anxiety you can read an excerpt or listen to a portion of the audio recording on Amazon. Elizabeth Vargas's book Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction also on Amazon   Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purp

Just want to put that out there because not everybody gets depression the same way and there are different treatments. This is not a show about treating conditions like biochemical depression or some forms of PTSD. For those conditions you will need the support of medical professionals. This show is more focused on the voice in many people's heads that is hyper-critical. There are some organic, mechanical and mental skills that can help to shut the hater up. It is more about building a toolkit of resources when the voice is obnoxious. It is about deflating that power to attack you at a vulnerable point. Resources Mentioned:   Psychology Today post on Diet and Depression Mass Public Health Blog on Five Foods to Boost Your Mood The British Dietetic Association PDF on Food Fact Sheet on Depression and Diet Mayo Clinic on Depression and anxiety: Exercise eases symptoms Greater Good, The Science of A Meaningful Life Quiz on Mindfulness University of Minnesota page on Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices  U

The battle continues but the mice have been blocked from re-entry. I have regained some sleep and in this episode a look at phobias, which are indeed an anxiety disorder. A lot of people have phobias, at least 19 million and counting. Most people cope just fine because they do not come into contact with the object of fear. But once you know what is going on you can deal with it. These are a few information sources and some ideas on the topic. Resources Mentioned: Helpguide.org page on Phobias and Fears Huffington Post article on Longest Glass Bridge MedLine Plus Encyclopedia page on Phobias Office of Women's Health page on anxiety and phobias Tom G. Stevens Desensitization Phobia Instructions Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

In this episode, I want to share a few thoughts about having a functional plan of action so that you know what to do if you are in a pre, current or post attack state. Just a few ideas to get you started.   Resources Mentioned:    Calm app and website for meditation/relaxation  Free Mindfulness Meditation Recordings Helpguide.org How to Stop Worrying Strategies   Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment  

You can develop an excessive startled response via psychological trauma, meaning that you have been assaulted physically, emotionally or mentally. These are just a few suggestions on what you can do to make it easier to experience. Resources Mentioned In the Podcast:    Elaine Aron's Highly Sensitive Person web site.  Kelly O'Laughlin's blog and podcast for sensitive people Introvert Dear's page on  12 Thing A Highly Sensitive Person Needs Mayo Clinic Nutrition Suggestions for General Anxiety Disorder folks. Lifehack.org Foods That Can Increase Your Brain Power. Kimberly Snyder 10 Ways to Combat Depression and Anxiety Through Your Diet Leslie Sansome video on 5 Minute Health Boosting Walk From 3 Mile Calorie Blast    Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and ed

Sleep paralysis is the inability to move muscles in your body while between completely falling asleep or waking up. In addition to not being able to move you might see people, aliens or beings in your bedroom. And yes, this is a medical condition. If you have an anxiety disorder you might be prone to having it pop up.   Resources Mentioned:  Crisis Tex Line Short Code 741741 Crisis Text Line FAQ page Do Something List of Emergency Hotlines The Atlantic Magazine May 2016 article called Awake in a Nightmare Sleep Education's Sleep Paralysis Overview and Facts The Sleep Paralysis Project page on the experience and treatment options. There are also creative videos trying to convey the experience.  Meditation Oasis Guided Meditation Podcast and Mobile Apps   Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast

I am not about to suggest that emotional grounding is like catching a Pokemon. Because you are not catching a pocket monster. You are trying to catch peace. Calm. Relaxation. That is what this episode is all about; grounding techniques. Resources Mentioned:   Anxiety in Order Stop Anxiety Breathing Video The Mighty How an Agoraphobic Meets A Stranger Playing Pokemon Go Geek and Sundry Pokemon Go Helps People with Anxiety and Stress Fort Refuge page on Grounding Techniques Dr. Stephanie Cordes Easy Grounding Exercises to Calm the Nervous System Tiny Buddha How to Connect to Yourself and Feel Balanced with 10 Grounding Techniques Janell Ball at Healing Resources on Grounding Strategies Very Well post on Flashbacks and Grounding   Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informatio

The current treatment options are medical/pharmaceutical, behavioral health, relaxation and meditation skills and technology which can include hardware, games and apps.   This week a look at a practical CBT guide and relaxation audio sources. Resources Mentioned:   Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, A Practical Guide The UK publisher is Icon Books UK. There is a website for the vendor at introducingbooks.com If you need to order from a local book store this is the book identification number. ISBN 978-184831254-8 Audio relaxation recordings from Anxiety and Depression Association of Manitoba  Seven Guided Meditations from Sounds True - These are free recordings. You do have to submit your email address but you get almost an hours worth of meditative instruction from some of the grand poo-bahs of meditation. You should know that you probably will be placed on a mailing list.   Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice o

Everybody take a chill, either in a pool, in a theater or in a park; hopefully without an electronic device. We all have anger and if you have an anxiety or panic disorder you might not even know that you are ticked off angry. Untreated anger can cause all kinds of physical and mental problems. So even if you think this doesn't apply to you give a listen so you will know where to go when the other person invokes a spark or two in you.   Resources Mentioned:     Supreme Court of Florida Inquiry Concerning a Judge SC16-548 This is a pdf on the decision the court made regarding Judge Collins. Anger Management from HelpGuidee.org, what anger is, coping techniques and when to to seek help. Center for Clinical Interventions (Australia) handout on how to handle anger.  Judith Orloff's Psychology Today article about Four Strategies to Cope With Anger in a Healthy Way Real Simple Magazine What is Your Anger Style? American Psychiatric Association page on Strategies for Controlling Your Anger James Seals short book

This is a mini episode. I am too angry. This is kinda ironic since I intended to do a show about anger and its relationship to anxiety.   No can do; I am angry and have to resolve that feeling before I can do anything else. In the meantime, I do recommend that you check out http://tinybuddha.com/blog/how-anger-leads-to-anxiety-and-what-to-do-about-it If you would like to check out past episodes please visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com  Disclaimer:   Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment

Buried Above Ground is the story of three people that have experience post traumatic stress disorder, one person in combat, another person due to childhood abuse/domestic violence and another person due to a hurricane. Resources Mentioned: ADAA page on Specific Phobias  Helpguide.org page on Phobias VeryWell page on Phobias  World Channel June 28 though August 28, 2016 free streaming of the documentary. There is also a PTSD/Mental Health Resource page relating to topics in the movie. Documentary page for the PTSD Movie Buried Above Ground Trailer for movie on YouTube  OUE SkySpace Los Angeles   Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric o

There are limited legal places where you get your medication. Don’t stray off the path for the sake of saving some money.   Resources Mentioned: Anxiety Medication and Side Effects from Helpguide.org Be Safe Know Your Online Pharmacy from the Food and Drug Administration Consumer Reports Analysis - Drugs from Canada   Health Canada Warning Canadians about Phony Pharmacy Sites FDA Buying and Using Medicine Safely FDA Policy on Importing Medications Merck Manual Drug and Generic Name Database Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Maybe a good tune will soothe the savage sentry. In this episode music to help or at least put you to sleep.   Resources Mentioned: New York Magazine article on why women have more anxiety http://nymag.com/thecut/2016/06/women-are-twice-as-likely-as-men-to-have-anxiety.html A Systematic Review of Reviews on the Prevalence of Anxiety Disorders in Adult Populations http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/brb3.497/abstract;jsessionid=608C29494C2AD7AC66F2EBA3C2517BC9.f04t03 CNN Vital Signs post on Meditation and Psychedelics Drugs http://www.cnn.com/2016/06/03/health/psychedelics-anxiety-depression-meditation/index.html  Health Journeys Guided Meditation for Panic Attacks http://www.healthjourneys.com/Store/Anxiety-Relief/29  Composer Jon Brooks Calming music for anxiety, panic and stress. https://soundcloud.com/jonbrooks-1/seventh-heaven-jon-brooks Moby 4 hours of Ambient Music for Calm and Relaxation the main page is You can also listen to Moby's music on SoundCloud, Google Play, iTunes and other service

An action plan can be a flexible or structured path to help you make decisions about your treatment. There isn’t a one size fits all plan   Resources Mentioned: Action Planning for Prevention and  Recovery https://store.samhsa.gov/shin/content/SMA-3720/SMA-3720.pdf  Short Action Plan from Self Care Vibes http://selfcarevibes.tumblr.com/post/141377225282/action-plans-for-changing-habits Developing An Action Plan for Self-Care http://www.stmichaelshospital.com/pdf/programs/mast/mast-session4.pdf  Managing Stress Workbook - http://www.prevention.va.gov/mpt/2013/docs/managestressworkbook_dec2013.pdf   Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatri

Resources Mentioned: Anxiety BC Panic Disorder Guide https://www.anxietybc.com/sites/default/files/adult_hmpanic.pdf Mental Health America Self-Help Tools Page http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/self-help-tools Every Mind Matters LGBTQ Brochure on Mental Health Myths and Truths http://www.eachmindmatters.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/LGBTQ-Mental-Health-Booklet_FINAL.pdf Hoarding Fact Sheet from International OCD Foundation https://iocdf.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Hoarding-Fact-Sheet.pdf American Psychiatric Association Brochure on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder http://www.activeminds.org/storage/documents/2015_conference_docs/OCD_Brochure.pdf National Institute of Mental Health Brochure on PTSD http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-easy-to-read/ptsd-etr-web_38054.pdf    Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have

 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Anxiety and Depression Association of America http://www.adaa.org Helpguide.org page on Anxiety Disorders http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/anxiety-attacks-and-anxiety-disorders.htm National Institute for Mental Health Brochure on GAD http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad/index.shtml Harvard Health Blog on Managing Worry in GAD and Worry http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/managing-worry-in-generalized-anxiety-disorder-201602179172 Coping with Stress and Anxiety via Harvard Publishing http://www.health.harvard.edu/special-health-reports/coping-with-anxiety-and-stress-disorders University of Pennsylvania Penn Behavioral Health Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety page on GAD http://www.med.upenn.edu/ctsa/general_anxiety_symptoms.html What's Up App for Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jacksontempra.apps.whatsup What's Up App for iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/en/app/whats-up/id96825116

In this episode I mention the interview with actress Kristen Bell via Off Camera, when faith based treatment presents a problem and Walgreens has a mental health portal with links to behavioral health services.    Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Kristen Bell's interview via about her anxiety and depression via Off Camera https://youtu.be/mYUQ_nlZgWE Faith Based Treatment Goes unregulated in Iowa http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/investigations/readers-watchdog/2016/05/07/spencer-suicide-attempt-raises-questions-faith-based-treatment/83394942/ Walgreens Pharmacy Mental Health Portal http://www.walgreens.com/health/mental-health/3200001Walgreens Mental Health Portal Mental Health America Screening Tools for Mental Health Conditions http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/mental-health-screening-tool Breakthrough How It Works https://www.breakthrough.com/how-it-works Breakthrough Terms of Service Page https://www.breakthrough.com/how-it-works/terms Disclaimer: Links to other sites are provided for