Anxiety and depression is far more common problem than was once thought. It can affect many people regardless of age and gender. It is twice as common in women as in men but there may not actually be that wide a disparity between the sexes because men are far less prone to report or even acknowledge having a problem with this nature.
Both anxiety and depression can both be hereditary, acute and chronic. People who suffer acute anxiety manifest it in episodes commonly known as panic attacks. They often believe that they are experiencing heart attack or stroke that could be abrupt or intense. Persons suffering with acute depression typically withdraw and hide from society. They lose interest or pleasure in everything and feelings of worthlessness and inadequacy overcome them. Many think of death and consider suicide.
Common symptoms of anxiety and depression are chronic fatigue, sleep disturbance, headaches, restlessness, backaches, digestive disorder, irritability, and quickness to anger. While people with acute anxiety become fearful being alone, those with acute depression mostly want to be left alone in their own world. When anxiety and depression get out of hand, it is recommended that people who suffer these disorder to seek professional help.
The factors that trigger anxiety and depression begin with a disturbance in the part of the brain that governs moods. The causes of these disorders are not fully understood but they are probably triggered by tension, stress, traumas and chemical imbalances in the brain, allergies and many others. The most common causes of anxiety and depression are food allergies.
Food greatly influences the brain's behavior and that a poor diet is a common cause of anxiety and depression. To counteract symptoms, there are herbal remedies for anxiety and depression. Lemon balm, ginger, licorice, kava, St. Johnswort and catnip have helpful properties to neutralize anxiety and depression.
A healthy diet plus appropriate nutritional supplements and homeopathic remedies for depression and anxiety can be of considerable benefit, reducing overall attacks and symptoms. However, you should consult with your doctor before making any change in your diet especially if you're under prescription regimen.
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