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mandag 2. november 2009

How Do You Cure Your Social Anxiety?

Everyone gets a little nervous when they have to enter into brand new social situations, but if you find that you or your child try to avoid social settings at all costs, this may be a sign of social anxiety. Here are some of the signs and symptoms of the condition, as well as treatment options that you may want to consider.




Social anxiety is characterized by extreme nervousness or even panic attacks in relation to certain social situations. Some individuals only experience this when they have to eat in front of other people or engage in public speaking, but some patients who suffer from social anxiety cannot be in any social situation without starting to panic. This is due to the fact that these individuals feel extremely self-conscious about the way they will behave when they're in front of others, and they are so concerned with other's opinions that they don't have enough confidence in themselves when they are around other people.

If you notice that your child starts to display embarrassment at his or her own actions, even around you, or that they are afraid to go to school or age-appropriate social functions, it may be time to seek help. While simply talking to your child and letting them know there's nothing to be afraid of may not help completely, you can definitely use this as part of their overall therapy.

Going to a counselor that will allow your child to express his or her feelings may be a great suggestion. Younger children can draw pictures about the times they feel nervous around other people, and can practice being in mock social settings at the counselor's office in order to make everyday interactions easier.

There is no standard medication for this condition because everyone expresses their nervousness differently. Variations of the social anxiety drug Paxil may be ideal for older children and adults. This medication will help children to remain calm and confident when talking to others. Furthermore, a child dosage of Prozac may prove to be effective as well. Social anxiety in children, as well as some adults, may also be associated with certain types of autism or ADHD.

Another option in addition to talking to your doctor about medication, is natural remedies available that you can try as well. Vetiver oils can be diffused in your child's bedroom while they're sleeping in order to calm the nervous system and make them be in a better mood. Lavender oils can help the body to get rid of impurities and regulate the blood flow.

You should also make sure that you're getting enough vitamins and giving your children the type of nutrition they need. This might also be of value for regular social anxiety. After a few months, you might start to see improvement.

by Gerd Petersen

torsdag 15. oktober 2009

How You Can Get Rid Of Nervous Anxiety Once and for All

There are lots of reasons why people are suffering from nervous anxiety. Events like the loss of a loved one, beginning a new job, moving to another town, driving in heavy traffic or financial problems can trigger anxiety. Some people may also experience an unhealthy amount of anxiety in any type of social situation.





If you experience panic attacks or anxiety to a degree that it bothers you, here are a few tips that will hopefully help you to find the treatment that you need.

First and foremost; be aware of your body. Being aware of your body will help you to exactly determine whether you are having an anxiety attack or not. When you interact with people that you don't know, do you feel tightness in your chest?

Do you have problems with your breathing any time you find yourself in new surroundings? These reactions are nothing but your body speaking to you; it simply tells you that something is wrong. Feeling nervous or anxious now and then is pretty common for all of us.

But if your body speaks to you like this on a regular basis, it is a signal that you need some kind of help. The first thing to do is make inquiries to a Physician about medication or another kind of treatment for regulating your nervous system. Moreover, you need to ask yourself whether your nervous anxiety are keeping you from performing your daily activities or prevent you from enjoying your life. The more information you can gather about your condition, the more you'll be able to find out whether a change in your life will help you to stress down and reduce the frequency and intensity of then panic you feel.

For example; are you making an effort to get your finances in order? Are you worried about your family because they are not with you 24/7? Are you anticipating danger all the time? Do you always anticipate the worst, no matter what situation you find yourself in?

When you seriously start to evaluate your behavior and feelings, you can stop your anxiety attacks and start restoring your mental and physical health. You can also find a load of anxiety information at your local wellness center or yoga studio. Signing up for yoga classes will help you to get rid of stress by stretching your muscles and limbs as well as balance your mind and reduce tension in your body.

It will help you to get rid of some of the physical symptoms of anxiety, for example headaches, muscle aches, insomnia and fatigue, In most yoga classes you will also learn about meditation, which will help you to control your thoughts and feelings so that you can reduce or even get rid of the nervous anxiety that you feel. Meditation will also help to improve your concentration, and give you the ability to think and react differently when you are about to become overwhelmed with obligations or family challenges.

by Gerd Petersen