What are some things people don’t understand about mental illnesses?
“Heal naturally, medicines are bad”. No, I actually need my medicines.
You don't need some sort of tragic backstory to justify why your brain chemistry is off.
Mental illness doesn't discriminate between background, race, or situation.
Having a good day doesn't mean I'm not still suffering. It just means I'm suffering less than usual and it's easier to cope.
Just because I show up to work every day with a smile on my face doesn't mean my problems are gone.
I exercise. It doesn't fix things though. My brain is sick, not my body. Please stop telling me to exercise. Please stop making it sound like a cure.
Recovery isn't linear.
Just because things are better than before doesn't mean I'm cured. It also doesn't mean that I won't have bad days, or completely relapse.
OCD is not just being a neat freak or really organized.
People with mental illnesses can look absolutely normal in nearly every way.
In fact, there are high functioning varieties of some mental illnesses where you may have known someone for years and not known that they had mental illnesses at all.
Depression isn't just being sad.
It can have physical effects.
It can be when you've stopped brushing your teeth regularly.
Or when you've stopped eating normally, or things don't taste as good anymore, or you don't want to eat because of that.
When someone with depression says they don't feel like doing something, it's not always they’re lazy. Fatigue is a huge part of it.
மெலடோனின் என்பது உங்கள் உடலில் சுரக்கும் இயற்கையான ஹார்மோன் ஆகும் .,மெலடோனின் உடலில் உள்ள பல்வேறு திசுக்களால் உற்பத்தி செய்யப்படுகிறது, இருப்பினும் முக்கிய ஆதாரம் மூளையில் உள்ள பினியல் சுரப்பி ஆகும், இது உங்கள் விழிப்பு-தூக்க சுழற்சியை பராமரிக்க உதவுகிறது (“உயிரியல் கடிகாரம்” என்றும் அழைக்கப்படுகிறது) இரவில் தூங்கிய முடித்து நீங்கலாக காலையில் கண்விழிக்கும் நேரம் தன்னிச்சையாக இந்த அர்மோன்கள் மூலம் கட்டுபடுத்த படுகிறது இரவு 11 மணி முதல் மூன்று மணிவரை 200 picograms (pg) per ml என்ற அளவில் சுரக்கிறது , அதிகமாக கண்விழிப்பது மற்றும் இரவு முழுவதும் வெளிச்சத்தில் இருப்பது போன்றவை மெலடோனின் சுரப்பதை குறைகிறது, இருட்டில் மெலடோனின் பகலைவிட 10 மடங்கு அதிகமாக சுரக்கிறது.
இயற்கை மெலடோனின் என்பது லிப்பிட் கரையக்கூடிய ஹார்மோன் ஆகும். இது அமினோ அமிலம் டிரிப்டோபனிலிருந்து தொகுக்கப்பட்டு பின்னர் இரத்தம் மற்றும் செரிப்ரோஸ்பைனல் திரவத்தில் வெளியாகி, இரத்த-மூளைத் தடையைத் தாண்டுகிறது. இது தூக்கம் மற்றும் விழிப்பு சுழற்சிகளைக் கட்டுப்படுத்த உதவும் மூளை மற்றும் உடலின் பிற பகுதிகளுக்கு செய்திகளை அனுப்புகிறது.
செயற்கை மெலடோனின்
துணைப் பொருளாக எடுத்துக் கொள்ளும்போது, அதன் செயல்பாடு இயற்கை ஹார்மோனின் விளைவுகளைப் பிரதிபலிப்பதாகும் இருக்கும் . தூக்கநிலை பொதுவாக ஒரு டோஸ் எடுத்த 30 நிமிடங்களுக்குள் ஏற்படுகிறது. இருப்பினும், இந்த மருந்தை படுக்கைக்கு முன்பே எடுத்துக்கொள்வது அனைத்து தூக்கக் கோளாறுகளுக்கும் சிறந்த உத்தி அல்ல.
செயற்கை மெலடோனின் எடுத்துக்கொள்வதற்கு முன் கவனத்தில்கொள்ளவேண்டியது
உங்களுக்கு அலர்ஜி இருந்தால் மெலடோனின் பயன்படுத்த வேண்டாம்.
இல்லை பின்வரும் மருத்துவ நிலை ஏதாவது இருந்தால் உங்கள் மருத்துவரிடம் ஆலோசனை செய்வது அவசியம்.
நீரிழிவு நோய்
மனச்சோர்வு
ஹீமோபிலியா போன்ற இரத்தப்போக்கு அல்லது இரத்த உறைதல் கோளாறு
உயர் அல்லது குறைந்த இரத்த அழுத்தம்
கால்-கை வலிப்பு அல்லது பிற வலிப்பு நோய்கள்
warfarin போன்ற இரத்த இளக்கி மருந்துகள்
பிற மயக்க மருந்துகள் அல்லது துக்கம் மருந்து.
இந்த மருந்து பிறக்காத குழந்தைக்கு தீங்கு விளைவிக்கும் என்பது குறித்து குறிப்புக்கள் இல்லை ஆனால் . கர்ப்பமாக இருந்தால் மருத்துவ ஆலோசனையின்றி இந்த மருந்தை பயன்படுத்த வேண்டாம் என்று அறிவுறுத்த படுகிறது
இந்த மருந்தின் அதிக அளவு அண்டவிடுப்பை பாதிக்கலாம், இதனால் பெண்கள் கர்ப்பம் தரிப்பது கடினம்
பாலூட்டும் தாய்மார்கள் மருத்துவ ஆலோசனை இன்றி இந்த மருந்தை எடுத்துக்கொள்வதை தவிர்க்கவும்.
செயற்கை மெலடோனின் பயன் படுத்துவது பாதுகாப்பானதா ?
குறுகியகாலம் இந்த மருந்தை பயன்படுத்துவது பாதுகாப்பானது தான் ஆனால் நீண்ட கால பயன்பாடு சில பின்வரும் அசாதரண விளைவுகளை ஏற்படுத்தலாம் .
பகல்நேர மயக்கம், தலைச்சுற்றல், பலவீனம் அல்லது குழப்பம்
அசாதரண கனவுகள் , மனச்சோர்வு, கவலை மற்றும் தலைவலி
பசியின்மை, வயிற்றுப்போக்கு, குமட்டல், வயிற்று வலி
இரத்த அழுத்தம் மாற்றங்கள்
மூட்டு அல்லது முதுகுவலி
வலிப்பு ஏற்பட வாய்ப்புகள்
செயற்கை மெலடோனின் குறித்து ஆராய்ச்சி குறிப்புக்கள்
ஆராய்ச்சியாளர்கள் பல்வேறு நிலைமைகளுக்கு மெலடோனின் சப்ளிமெண்ட்ஸ் குறித்து பல ஆய்வுகளை மேற்கொண்டுள்ளனர். Jet lag (ஜெட் லேக்), ஷிப்ட் வேலை தூக்கக் கோளாறுகள், தாமதமான தூக்க கட்டக் கோளாறு மற்றும் தூக்கமின்மை போன்ற தூக்கக் கோளாறுகளில் பெரும்பாலான ஆய்வுகள் நடத்தப்பட்டுள்ளன. இருப்பினும், ஆய்வுகள் பெரும்பாலும் அவற்றின் முடிவுகளில் ஒத்துப்போகவில்லை மற்றும் சில தூக்க நிலைமைகளுக்கு அதன் பயன், அளவு, சிகிச்சையின் நீளம் மற்றும் நீண்டகால பாதுகாப்பு குறித்து கேள்விகள் இன்னும் தொடர்கிறது
What are some ideas about stopping anxiety and bad thoughts?
One gradual habit can become a powerful mental tool.
Let me explain,
With most external wounds, treatment is usually pretty straightforward. For instance, when you cut your finger, you can use antibacterial cream and a bandage, and after some time, the wound will close. You’re pretty much good to go.
Treating your thought processes isn’t as easy or prescriptive. Especially if they stem from general anxiety, depression, or another mental health condition.
Negative thought patterns are like a paper cut you keep getting when you have only a vague idea of what’s causing it. Or maybe you don’t notice the cut at all… until it starts to sting.
Each person, depending on their condition and triggers, will require different approaches to medication, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes. And when therapy is out of reach, it can be difficult to get fast treatment.
The idea is to try making mental shifts.
Shifting the way you think means you’re consciously stopping an established thought pattern. You re-evaluate how you reflect on a situation, or even what you think about, to focus on something else.
It’s like switching gears in your brain so your train of thought isn’t just looping and relooping.In a lot of ways, this is about undoing a lot of negative behaviors and mental programming you may have learned from others. For example, if you grew up thinking you had to be the best in school and life, you’re likely programmed for stressful perfectionism.Making a mental shift is a way to combat your anxiety and stress, or snap out of winding thoughts.
If your thoughts include “should”, take a pause..
“I should do, act, or feel better.”
“I should go to the gym every day.”
“I should eat healthier.”
“I should stop thinking this way.”
It’s not that the intention behind these thoughts are bad. Depending on your situation, it can be healthier to eat more whole foods and go to the gym. What’s potentially damaging is the word “should.” This can trigger guilt and send you down a frustrating path of spiraling negative thoughts.
Stop leading your thoughts with “I should”
Should statements can contribute to anxious thought patterns because they put a demand on you that’s sometimes impossible to live up to.
Everyone makes mistakes.
For example,instead of speaking “I should go to the gym every day”,try speaking “I will try my best to go to the gym every day. Here’s how…”
or
Instead of speaking “I should be able to get on a plane without anxiety” try “I wish I wasn’t so afraid of flying, but I accept that I’m working at a solution. What can I do in this moment?”
And sometimes, feeling like you should do, act, or feel a certain way adds just enough pressure that you end up procrastinating or avoiding a responsibility or activity completely. For some, this just leads to more anxious thinking.
So,
listen to your thoughts.Are you telling yourself you should do things? What’s a kinder way of keeping yourself motivated to stay on track without spiraling through a negative thought pattern?
Try recognizing other patterns of automatic negative thinking
Behind these “should” statements, there may be a form of cognitive distortion known as automatic negative thoughts (ANTs).
ANTs are your first thought when you have a strong feeling or reaction to something, like a reflex rather than free thinking. They’re persistent and learned, often repeating themes such as danger or fear. It’s common in anxiety and depressive thinking.
According to “Mind Over Mood,” a hands-on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) workbook, you can do this by breaking down a scenario into three parts:
the situation
your moods
the thought or image that automatically springs to your mind
After you identify these, you need to actively change the thought into a more productive, helpful, or wiser one.
For example, evaluate why the situation is causing you to think “I’m going to mess this up” before you begin.
If it’s a work situation, ask whether you’re afraid because of past projects that have gone awry? How is this situation different from past projects?
Play out the worst-case scenario and see how you feel about it. Break down your emotions and moods to see if your anxiety or automatic thoughts have any legs to stand on.
As you dig into the details, you might discover that this work situation is independent of your past and future.
Identifying your automatic thoughts is the first step in gaining control of your emotions.
What are you telling yourself? Now how can you change it?
How can you change your negative thinking?
Once you discovered your automatic thoughts, it’s time to put them on trial.
Is there evidence to support this thought? If this evidence is based on the past, why does this apply to this new experience?
You want to focus on credible evidence — not feelings or thoughts. Then it’s time to focus on evidence that doesn’t support your thought.
Let us see how this actually works:-
Thought: I’m going to mess this up.
Credible evidence for my thought:
I made a mistake early on that set this project back by a few weeks.
I don’t have strong skills as a presenter.
I’ve never done this big of a project on my own before.
Credible evidence against my thought:
My manager and I discussed the timeline of the project and came to an understanding.
I’ve been practicing my presentation for over two weeks and have practiced in front of a co-worker who gave me helpful feedback.
I know the topic, so I should be able to answer any questions that come up.
Now it’s time to find an alternative to your original thought.
You have your evidence for both sides, so now it’s time to be a judge. A helpful tip is to act as if you’re judging the thought of a friend rather than your own thought.
Now, you can find an alternative, more balanced thought. This new thought will consider all of the evidence for and against you and give your wiser mind a shot at running the show.
For instance:
“I have made mistakes, but in general I work very hard.”
“I’m genuinely trying my best.”
“I’ve gotten good feedback so far and my manager trusts me to do this.
Another important thing is to
Acknowledge the emotional roller coaster or burden when you experience it.Because embracing it can take a lot less energy than dreading it.
Instead of using extra energy to forcibly fight back, realize that this reaction means you’re encountering something that’s important to you. It also means you may not have to force yourself to operate at 100 percent all the time. That’s exhausting.
Understanding your anxiety and what it means is one of the first steps to managing the stress that comes with it. You may discover that there’s a trigger. When you find it, you can act to avoid or you may find yourself spending less time dreading it.
Spend more time asking yourself,
“Oh, hello anxiety, what do we need to do to function together today?”
and you might end up fighting against yourself less through the stressful event.
And at last,
Challenge yourself to make small steps instead of forcing positive thoughts
Making mental shifts isn’t about turning “I feel sad” into “I feel happy.”
There will be times when, no matter how hard you try to change your thought pattern, you can’t. And during those times, it’s important to remember that simply recognizing the thought, or acknowledging it — as mentioned above — is enough.
It’s OK to feel sad.
It’s OK to feel anxious.
Take a break and give yourself another day.
When you do have the energy, you can slowly work toward moving past initial thoughts of “I feel sad” to recognizing there may be a problem and considering a workaround.
The more you remind yourself of these things, the more your thoughts will untangle so you can reach the next stage of growth and strength :)
Note: It’s OK to ask for professional help guys. Forcing positive thoughts isn’t authentic or helpful, especially if you live with anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions. If you find yourself in a thought pattern that you can’t shift out of, consult a mental health professional.
It is amazing how Nature has given us hints about food that is beneficial for us in terms of its resemblance to our organs. Following are some examples:
1.Walnut- brain
A Walnut looks like a little brain, a left and right hemisphere, upper cerebrums and lower cerebellums. Even the wrinkles or folds on the nut are similar to those of the neo-cortex. Known as the ultimate “brain food”, Walnuts contain vitamin E, folate, melatonin, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants that work to improve brain function.
2. Carrot – Eye
It is clear that a sliced carrot resembles an eye, it even has patterns of radiating lines that look just like the pupil and iris! Beta-carotene (what gives carrots their vibrant orange colour) helps to maintain healthy eyesight, protects against macular degeneration, and the development of cataracts.
3. Celery-bone
Celery, Rhubarb, Bok-choy and more look just like bones structure. These foods specifically target bone strength. Celery contains silicon, which is part of what gives bones their strength. Here’s an astonishing fact: bones are 23% sodium, and celery is also 23% sodium.
4. Tomato- heart
A Tomato has four chambers and is red in color, so also the heart is red and has four chambers. Research has confirmed that tomatoes are loaded with lycopine and it is indeed pure heart and blood food.
5.Avocado – Uterus
Avocados are shaped like the uterus and cervix, and avocados have been shown to balance hormones and prevent cervical cancer! And guess what? Just as it takes exactly 9 months for a baby to fully develop in the womb, it takes an avocado exactly 9 months to grow from a blossom into a ripened fruit!
6. Sweet potato- Pancreas
A sweet potato has a striking resemblance to the pancreas, and has been shown to help the pancreas do its job by helping to stabilize blood sugar levels and can actually balance the glycemic index of diabetics. Sweet potatoes are also naturally high in Vitamin B6, which studies have shown inhibits the growth of pancreatic cancer!
7.Ginger – Stomach
Ginger looks like the stomach and aids in digestion! Ginger has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for stomach health. Gingerol, the ingredient that gives ginger it’s strong scent and taste, is listed in the USDA database of phytochemicals as having the ability to prevent nausea and vomiting.
8.Grapes – Lungs
Grapes, especially heirloom concord grapes, resemble the alveoli of the lungs. The alveoli of the lungs allow oxygen to pass from the lungs to the bloodstream. A diet high in fresh grapes has shown to reduce the risk of lung cancer! Grape seeds also contain a chemical called proanthocyanidin, which can reduce the severity of allergy-triggered asthma.
9. Kidney beans- Kidneys
Kidney Beans actually heal and help maintain kidney function and are shaped exactly like the human kidneys (hence their name). Kidney beans provide a variety of minerals and vitamins, and so are generally beneficial for your health. If your kidneys are healthy, kidney beans can -- when consumed as part of a balanced diet -- contribute to your kidney health. If your kidneys are diseased, you might need to moderate your intake of kidney beans.
10. Grapefruit – Breast
Grapefruit, oranges, and other citrus fruits resemble female mammary glands and help the movement of lymph in and out of the breasts! According to Dr. Moulavi, “Grapefruit contains substances called limonoids, which have been shown to inhibit the development of cancer in lab animals and in human breast cells.”
So there you have it. Eat wisely, eat healthy and live healthy!
What are some pictures that can save someone's life?
The earlier you observe that your body is not well and you need to go to doctor, the better it will be for your health.
Following are some symptoms which even a layman can observe and go to doctor earlier for cure:
1.Black lines on nails
Nails can often tell a lot about our health. Some people naturally have very thick or thin nails but if you notice any change in their structure or color, you should get it checked. Dark vertical lines are one of them and they can be a sign of melanoma. If you don’t recall hurting your nail or don’t have another obvious explanation as to why it might be bleeding or don’t know what caused the dark line, it should certainly be checked by a specialist.
2. A scalloped tongue
A scalloped tongue is a situation where the tongue’s edges look like a pie crust and, basically, it means that the tongue is becoming larger than the lower jaw. Unless you had a jaw trauma, this condition is normally caused by swelling. The swelling can be the result of a few things, and some can be easily fixed without visiting a doctor like, for example, dehydration.
However, if you’re also experiencing other symptoms, like aches, cramps, hair loss, low blood pressure, and bruising, it might be a sign of a thyroid disorder.
3. Darkening and thickening of the skin
If you notice brown or yellow patches, that are slightly swollen and that feel like velvet, appear on the areas where your skin folds, under the armpits or neck, don’t ignore this. It might be a sign of insulin resistance and you definitely should get this checked out sooner rather than later. This can be part of a condition where the body doesn’t respond to insulin the way it should and might lead to type 2 diabetes.
4. Pimples on the jawline and chin
Under the skin, we have lots of tiny glands that produce natural oils to keep our skin in good condition, and these oils move up through the pores. When, for some reason, these glands make more oil than our skin can handle, the pores get clogged. For women, getting pimples along the jawline can be a sign of a hormonal imbalance — when too much of the male hormone, testosterone, gets produced it stimulates these oil glands.
5. Thinning eyebrows
As people age, they experience natural hair loss, but thinning eyebrows can be a sign of hypothyroidism, a thyroid condition. If the thyroid gland doesn’t work properly, it might produce too much or not enough of a particular hormone, and both of these conditions cause thinning hair on the body. We lose hair all the time, it’s a natural process, but new regrowth is supposed to replace it. When hormone production is unbalanced, it affects the developing new hair at its root and the hair that fell out doesn’t get replaced.
6. A pimple that doesn’t heal
We all get pimples every now and then. Some of us are more lucky than others, but normally pimples are caused by clogged pores. However, if you get a small “pearly” pimple that just doesn’t go away for weeks and easily starts bleeding, you should check it out since it might be a sign of a basal cell carcinoma. Although it sounds scary, this type of skin cancer is the least risky, it doesn’t spread, and can be treated relatively quickly, especially if it’s diagnosed early.
7. Unusual hair growth for women
If hair suddenly starts to grow in a male area, like above the lips, around the chin, or below your belly button, it could be a symptoms of a polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) when ovaries get enlarged as a result of a hormonal imbalance. Keep in mind that genetics can be a reason as well, so check the photos of your relatives first.
8. Finger pain
Thickened, sensitive fingers can be a sign of lung cancer. When lung tumors develop, they release some chemicals into the bloodstream that stimulate tissue growth under the fingernail and in the fingertips, causing pain. If you experience thickening and swelling on your fingers, check it out, it’s always better to be safe than sorry.
9. Yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes
A yellow color on the skin or the eye whites is a common skin symptom for liver issues. The eyes usually turn yellowish because a chemical called bilirubin accumulates in the blood. You should definitely visit a doctor as soon as you notice the yellow color, since an early diagnosis can prevent serious health complications.
10. Dark undereye circles
Dark under eye circles are normally the result of lifestyle issues. When we don’t get enough sleep, have a poor diet, or an unhealthy lifestyle, the fat tissue around our eyes changes and our skin becomes thinner. Although these dark spots generally don’t require medical attention, it’s a message for you that you should be taking better care of yourself.
Overnight Cooked Rice Soaked In PlainWater…Healthy Breakfast!!!… How ?
previous day’s cooked rice soaked in plain water
For the benefit of friends who do not know Tamil, the following message is made out and is being sent to all . I hope you will take advantage of the write-up and derive benefits and enjoy good health
During the good old days, there was no special practice of preparing hot morning break-fast, as we do now, among most South Indian families, except that, previous day’s cooked rice that was soaked in plain water the previous night was consumed the next day morning with some nutritious supplements such as fresh buttermilk, slightly-salted onions or other non-spicy pickles such as goose berry or lemon. This is an excellent, rich and the most nutritious food. This is known as ” Pazhaya Saadham” (meaning old rice) in Tamil and “Saddhi Annamu” or “Saddhennamu” (meaning cold rice) in Telugu.
An American Nutritionist, dietitian and scientist had researched on the food practices among various regions in the world and concluded that the South Indian tradition of consuming the previous day’s cooked rice soaked in plain water overnight, in the morning next day, as break-fast, is the best.
For centuries, this has been the staple food of many South Indian families, particularly of the low income groups. It is, of course, now replaced with fashionable hot break-fast.
It is found out that previous day’s cooked rice soaked in plain water is very compact and complete break-fast. It has the rare B6, B12 vitamins which are not otherwise easily available in other food supplements. This rice generates and harbours trillions of beneficial bacteria that help digestion and has many disease fighting and immunity developing agents. The bacteria that grow in the intestines due to this rice safeguard the internal organs and keep all organs battle fit and ready. Consuming this rice helps quicker digestion and wards off ageing, bone related ailments and muscular pains.
It is worth giving a try. The cooked rice can be soaked in an earthen vessel or vessels made of natural clay or rock. (In Tamil families, vessels made of natural rock, called as “Kalchatti” was used. Many South Indian families also use this even now though it is called by different names in other languages. Some families use this “Kalchatti” that is handed down to them since generations even. It is found to be free from harmful bacteria and other normal disease causing harmful elements.
” Brown Rice”is the best for this as its nutrients are retained intact.
You will be happy to know that the American Nutritionist had listed the following benefits that accrue to the body if you stick to the practice of consuming such soaked rice.
1. Consuming this rice as break-fast keeps the body light and also energetic.
2. Beneficial bacteria gets produced in abundance for the body.
3. Stomach ailments disappear when this is consumed in the morning, as, excessive and harmful heat retained in the body is neutralized.
4. As this food is very fibrous, it removes constipation and also dullness in the body.
5. Blood pressure is normalised and hypertension subsides appreciably.
6. Body feels less tired due to this food as a result of which one feels fresh through out the day.
7. This removes allergy induced problems and also skin related ailments.
8. It removes all types of ulcers in the body.
9. Fresh infections are kept at bay due to consuming this rice.
10. It helps in maintaining youthful and radiant look.
Once you consume this, the body does not crave for tea or coffee. In the olden days, people who worked in the fields used to leave their houses in the early morning after consuming this soaked rice and worked hard for over 8 to 10 hours non-stop.
