Anxiety Road Podcast

Resources Mentioned: Psychology Today article on Emotional Regulation by Tom Bunn https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/conquer-fear-flying/201603/emotional-regulation-is-there-app National Center for Complementary and Integrated Health - Herbs at a Glance https://nccih.nih.gov/health/herbsataglance.htm Health Canada’s Natural Health Products Ingredients page http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monosReq.do?lang=eng&monotype=single National Institutes of Health’s Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine website: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/supplements/wiseuse.htm   BoironUSA for Homeopathic Medicine and their product catalog.http://www.boironusa.com Hyland’s Homeopathic medicine for stress and sleep http://www.hylands.com/products/stress-and-sleep   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. T

This is a two part episode; this week I talked about what you need to do before you consume at Botanical and where to find solid information. Resources Mentioned: StatNews on Sleeping Medications for Older People http://www.choosingwisely.org/patient-resources/treating-insomnia-and-anxiety-in-older-people/ Health Canada’s Natural Health Products Ingredients page http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monosReq.do?lang=eng&monotype=single Herbs at a Glance https://nccih.nih.gov/health/herbsataglance.htm Mayo Clinic – Herbal Supplements What To Know Before You Buy http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/herbal-supplements/art-20046714 The National Institute of Health has a specific page about botanical and herbal supplements; it is Office of Dietary Supplements. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/BotanicalBackground-HealthProfessional National Institutes of Health’s Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine website: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/supplement

I have my opinions about the topic. Do your research and make your own decisions. Resource Mentioned: American Chiropractic Neurology Board https://www.acnb.org/AboutUs.aspx International Chiropractic Neurology Board http://chironeurointl.org/about-the-iccn/what-is-chiropractic-neurology Keystone Chiropractic http://keystonechiropracticneurology.com/about-us/what-is-a-chiropractic-neurologist Brain Core Therapy and Anxiety http://braincoretherapy.com/panic-attacks-and-brain-core-therapy-2/ Neurobollocks post on Brain Balance Center https://neurobollocks.wordpress.com/2013/03/05/brain-balance-centers-total-and-utter-neurobollocks/ Rational Wiki http://rationalwiki.org/wiki/Functional_neurology Ten Ways to Avoid being Quacked – Understand that this site has a very low tolerance for alternative or holistic medicine. There is a strong bias toward traditional medicine. That said it doesn’t hurt to be aware of some of the points made in the article. http://www.quackwatch.org/01QuackeryRelatedTopics/avoid.html UMCE

This is a short episode in that I have next to no data left and I am counting the hours to unlimited Internet access. Yes this is an anxiety issue because if you are an information junkie you cannot stand to be cut off from the fountain of knowledge. That being said, I do have three apps of interest: Resource Mentioned: Mood Tools for iOS and Google Play http://www.moodtools.org MediSafe for iOs, Google Play and Amazon App Store http://www.medisafe.com Surf City's End Anxiety Hypnosis App http://surfcityapps.com/app/end-anxiety-hypnosis 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.

Every now and again I like to do a recap of the treatment options for people with an anxiety or panic condition.   Also included in the podcast is some concepts you might want to consider about mental health literacy keep in mind as you search for viable treatment options.    Just as a reminder, there is now an Anxiety Disorder Spectrum Resource page on the blog where most of the resources are now listed. It is a work in progress and if there is a topic that you would like covered please leave a comment on the blog. 

In this podcast, online and free resources to help you learn about mindfulness, mp3 recordings and Coloring Books for Grown-Ups.   Resources Mentioned In the Episode:   Jody Glenn Three Mindful Practices to Overcome Worry, Anxiety and Panic  Jon Kabbat-Zinn Nine Attitudes of Mindfulness Video Mindful Self-Compassion mp3 recordings, free for personal use Mindful Based Stress Reduction - free online course, no registration, self-paced. Professor Mark Williams of Oxford University (UK) 10 minute mindful practice     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.

Compulsive hoarding use to be classified under Obsessive Compulsive Disorder but there are questions about the lack of anxiety related symptoms or co-symptoms in some people. It was decided to break out compulsive hoarding into a specific classification. That said; there are a lot good information at OCD related websites. Show notes at http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com   Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   The American Psychiatric Association page on hoarding disorder.  The International OCD Foundation IOCD Information Fact Sheet about compulsive hoarding The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a basic information page about compulsive hording.  The Mayo Clinic treatment page and ideas for about self-care.   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

Solutions can be found in unexpected places. I found help in an unexpected place and a look at a breathing app that has a military inspired focus.   Resource Mentioned:  FStoppers post by Jeff Rojas -  How to Tackle 99 Problems on Set  Tactical Breather app, you can find it in the Apple App Store, Google Play and Amazon App Store Dental Fear Central for those that can't take the pain but can't stand the thought of seeing a dentist.   Disclaimer:   For links and show notes please visit anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com. 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.

In this episode, a look at some of the mental health providers, what to look for and questions to ask.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode:   American Psychological Association page on seeking a therapist.  http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/choose-therapist.aspx Depression and Bipolar Alliance page on seeking treatment with mini worksheet to guide your decision process. http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=education_brochures_finding_MHP Healthline sideshow on the various mental health professionals http://www.healthline.com/health-slideshow/mental-health-professionals-types#1 Mayo Clinic tips on evaluating a therapist http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/details/how-you-prepare/ppc-20186984 Dr. Patti Levin's questions about selecting a therapist http://drpattilevin.com/how-to-choose-a-therapist/  Dr. PsychMom’s  take on seeking a therapy http://www.drpsychmom.com/2016/02/22/choose-therapist-similar/# Teaspoon of Honey, you can read the transcript or listen to

This is a quick episode for the men that need to pointed to mental health resources but will not take directions from anybody.  Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Man Therapy - Australia https://www.mantherapy.org.au/man-facts/guide-to-mind-health Anxiety BC http://www.anxietybc.com/resources/article/men-and-anxiety Black Doctor.org http://blackdoctor.org/anxiety Un-common Help http://www.uncommonhelp.me/articles/sexual-performance-anxiety   Disclaimer: For Links and Show Notes please visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com 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.

Resources Mentioned in This Podcast: National Alliance on Mental Health http://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions/Anxiety-Disorders Anxiety and Depression Association of America www.adaa.org Helpguide.org which focuses on more non-medication treatment options http://www.helpguide.org As Dreamers Do http://asdreamersdo.com/i-went-to-disney-world-with-agoraphobia-guest-post/ Guided Image and Hypnotherapy type mp3s at http://www.potentialsunlimited.com   For Links and Show Notes 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.

A definition of comobidity and how it relates to a PTSD news story.    Resources Mentioned in The Podcast: SAMHSA Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration http://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov or http://www.samhsa.gov Rethinking Drinking http://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov San Diego Tribune News Story http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2016/feb/05/veterans-suicide-erik-howard Helpguide.org article on Alcohol and Alcohol Abuse http://www.helpguide.org/articles/addiction/alcoholism-and-alcohol-abuse.htm For show notes and other items of interest 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 s

In this podcast, a look at what Social Anxiety Disorder is and some of the resources you can use to help you understand the disorder. Resources Mentioned in the Podcast:  National Institute of Mental Health page on Social Phobia http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/social-phobia-social-anxiety-disorder/index.shtml  Brochure on Social Anxiety Disorder/Social Phobia http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/social-phobia-social-anxiety-disorder-always-embarrassed/social-phobia-trifold_107450.pdf Anxiety and Depression Association page on Social Anxiety Disorder http://www.adaa.org/social-anxiety-disorder HelpGuide.org page on social phobias http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/social-anxiety-disorder-and-social-phobia.htm Hypnotist Glenn Harrold's  YouTube Channel where you can sample some of his healing recordings. https://www.youtube.com/user/doctorofthemind Relax and Sleep Well App for Android devices Relax and Sleep Well App for iOS devices For show notes and other items of interest visit http://a

Resources Mentioned in the Podcast:   Panic Pop from the Google Play Store https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.codeisscary.panicPop   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. For past shows and other goodies visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com

Resources Mentioned in the Podcast   Natural Vitality Natural Calm http://naturalvitality.com/natural-calm Relax Slim's Magic Mag http://www.relaxslim.com/magnesium-supplement   Neuro Bliss http://www.drinkneuro.com/the-drinks/bliss  3 Minute Journal http://www.3minutejournal.com   Additional Resources:   Current concepts and prospects of herbal nutraceutical: A review http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3645360/ The Role of Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals, and Food Supplements in Intestinal Health http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3257668 Calm Clinic on Magnesium and Anxiety http://www.calmclinic.com/anxiety/drugs/magnesium Livestrong on the Dosage of Magnesium for Anxiety http://www.livestrong.com/article/486457-the-dosage-of-magnesium-for-anxiety    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 diso

In this episode we embrace our need to sniff out relief from the trials and tribulations of life. Resources Mentioned: University of Maryland Healthcare Center page on Aromatherapy https://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/treatment/aromatherapy University of New Hampshire has a good information page about aromatherapy to get you up to speed. http://unh.edu/health-services/ohep/complementaryalternative-health-practices/aromatherapy National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Health page on Aromatherapy https://nccih.nih.gov/health/aromatherapy National Cancer Institute page on Aromatherapy http://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/cam/patient/aromatherapy-pdq National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Prevention Magazine 2012 List of Aromatherapy Recipes http://www.prevention.com/mind-body/natural-remedies/how-aromatherapy-soothes-stress Dr. Josh Axe list of Essential Oils and Recipes http://draxe.com/essential-oils-for-anxiety Chamomile Information page via https://nccih.nih.gov

The are clouds but there is also chocolate. Your mission is to find pleasure or passion that is independent of what the world tells you that you should be feeling. It is okay not to feel "happy" or "joyful"  It is not okay to constantly beat yourself up about it. Find your safe place. Internally or externally.  Resources Not Exactly Mentioned: Dark Night of the Soul poem translated http://poemsintranslation.blogspot.com/2009/09/saint-john-of-cross-dark-night-of-soul.html Alternate translation with English and Spanish version of the Poem http://josvg.home.xs4all.nl/cits/lm/stjohn01.html The Story of Chocolate http://www.thestoryofchocolate.com The World of Chemicals http://www.worldofchemicals.com/113/chemistry-articles/chemistry-behind-the-sweet-lure-of-chocolate.html Science Direct - http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0570178311000212 For links and show notes please visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not cons

Folks are a little touchy this week. The whole nation is stressed out by political vocal up-chucking. In this podcast a definition of Mindfulness and resources to add to your skill and tool kit. Resources Mention: This Emotional Life http://www.pbs.org/thisemotionallife/blogs/practicing-mindfulness Pocket Mindfulness http://www.pocketmindfulness.com/just-1-minute-could-save-your-sanity What is Mindfulness http://www.wildmind.org/applied/daily-life/what-is-mindfulness Free Mindfulness http://www.freemindfulness.org/download Australian Buddhanet http://www.buddhanet.net/audio-library.htm Disclaimers: For links and show notes please visit anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com. 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 device that might replace your medication? Or maybe you would be interested in a machine that helps you to learn to breathe correctly?   Resources Mention:   MindGear https://caputronmedical.com/mindgear Freespira Breathing System http://freespira.com/faqs   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 blog and 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.

  Resources Mentioned: Ask The Dentist http://askthedentist.com Dental Fear Central http://www.dentalfearcentral.org Academy of General Dentistry -  Know Your Teeth, Why Am I Anxious in the Dental Office http://www.knowyourteeth.com Colgate’s Oral Treatment Center http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/basics/dental-visits/article/treatments-and-coping-methods   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 blog and 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.