Meditation is not something we can do, it just happens like falling asleep. We can prepare for it. For example, we brush our teeth, change into comfortable clothes, lie in bed and wait for sleep to co

Justice is your capacity to discern what is right or wrong and understand the rights of every human being. The same way, justice is your capacity to understand the obligations of every human being as a conscious person. Goodness is medicine. Goodness is your capacity to put an end to violence and te

Everyone says that they want to be happy and healthy, but sometimes these two ideals can be elusive. Take charge of your life to ensure your own health and happiness by focusing on good nutrition, stress reduction, exercise and a healthy attitude.

Each year, 4 million Americans are diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) although 8 or 9 million may suffer the pain and disability of GAD annually. Nearly twice as many women as men are diagnosed, but women are also more likely to seek help. Yet the effectiveness of treatment is suppor

There are several reasons you might be compelled to create a monthly food chart. For instance, perhaps you are participating in a diet program and want to keep your proportions on track. Another situation that might require a monthly food chart is for those who are trying to stick to a budget. For e

Panic attacks are a silent epidemic. Millions of people in every country suffer from them and many just try to live with it as best they can. Medication and drugs do nothing for stopping panic attacks.

Cysteine may be used in the treatment of symptoms of bipolar disorder. Cysteine is common and can be purchased without a prescription.

People are prone to stress no matter how hard you try to get rid of it. The question is not really a matter of how you can keep away from it but more of how ...

If you're getting to your summer destination by car or bus, you might experience some challenges to your wellness routine. Here's how a little prior preparation can save you from a lot of figurative heartache--not to mention literal heartburn and headache.

Many people suffer from panic attacks which are caused by high anxiety. Panic attacks cause physical effects such as hyperventilating, high blood pressure, and a higher heart rate. The physical problems are systematic of the ...

Millions of Americans suffer from bipolar disorder. It is a disease that anyone is susceptible to. But, certain groups of people are more susceptible to it than others. For instance, if your parents or grandparents ...

It is sad, but it is true. This is the reason why some of panic attacks sufferers eventually turned into agoraphobia patients.

Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman discusses the worsening shortage of psychiatric resources and how our population's future mental health needs can be met.

It is a natural reaction for us to want to please but overextending yourself by trying to do everything and be everything to those around you can lead to nervous stress and anxiety. It can be hard for some people to say "no" to a request as they feel they are letting someone down. This add

Children treated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder medication often experience a range of side effects that vary from minor nuisances to serious complications. While drug therapy is designed to increase attentiveness and reduce impulses, there is always a possibility it can compromise a

Impaired Central Nervous SystemWhen a person drinks alcohol, the alcohol is absorbed in the bloodstream and travels all over the body and to the brain. Alcohol is classified as a depressant. Depressants decelerate central nervous functions. This causes some of the messages that are...

If you are like me, the last thing you probably want to do is start giving your hyper child prescription stimulants to help manage the signs of ADHD they exhibit. One alternative type of treatment that is becoming more popular is hyperactivity supplements for children, and here are 4 great reasons t

Mania is a mental health disorder characterised by highly elevated moods, with this mood state being present almost all of the time. It can be associated with mood swings as well, where the sufferer will go through an extremely happy mood phase and then change their outlook and suffer with a very lo

Cigarette smoking is the most preventable cause of death in the United States, according to Health.com. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that cigarette smoking causes 443,000 deaths per year. Smoking reduces the general health of smokers and of people who are...

When a panic attack strikes, you want to do whatever it takes to relax. A simple technique can be all you need to stop an attack in its tracks.