Wednesday, 21 November 2007
Thursday, 12 April 2007
What the heck is Amoryn?
What the heck is Amoryn?
If you are fighting to reduce anxiety and depression in your life and want to live a normal life you are on the right page. Amoryn is a panacea for all your concerns. The tag line for Amoryn reads Amoryn means happiness; yes Amoryn helps live a happy life by reliving mild or severe depression and anxiety. AMORYN is formula based on wisdom of nature with the power of science. The main ingredient in AMORYN is hyperforin, which is clinically proven to relieve both mild and severe depression and anxiety. Amoryn reduces anxiety or depression by boosting the brain's natural capacity for happiness and the best part about Amoryn is that it has nil side effects. As per the Amoryn website “AMORYN is not a drug and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, dysthymic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, or any other disease. AMORYN should not be considered equivalent to or a substitute for an FDA-approved drug”.
Amoryn is manufactured by BioNeurix group based in
Tuesday, 13 March 2007
Does Amoryn Help Relieve Depression?
Does Amoryn Help Relieve Depression?
Millions of people worldwide are diagnosed as suffering from depression each year. Many of these will turn to alternative health remedies rather than take conventional drugs prescribed by their physician due to overwhelming side effects associated with synthetic anti-depressant medications. Herbs have been used for many centuries to successfully treat depression the most notable being
Amoryn is a herbal product which is said to relieve the symptoms of depression. The active ingredient in Amoryn is Hyperforin. Hyperforin is a derivative of the better known
Amoryn also contains 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), an amino acid, which the body converts to serotonin. The level of serotonin within the body has a direct effect upon sleep, mood, anxiety, aggression, appetite, temperature, sexual behavior, and pain sensation. Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression and migraine in particular.5-HTP raises the levels of serotonin which helps to improve the mood and relieve the symptoms of depression.
The scientific evidence all seems to point to Amoryn being an excellent natural substitute for conventional anti-depressants since its constituent ingredients act upon the brain in a similar fashion. Like conventional anti-depressants, Amoryn is not an instant cure. The supplement needs to be taken regularly for between 2 and 6 weeks before any beneficial effects can be seen with most depression sufferers reporting some positive effect after about three to four weeks. Some depression sufferers have reported side effects such as headaches and sleeplessness when using Amoryn although these do appear to be rare. The side effects certainly appear to be less numerous and far less severe than with synthetic anti-depressant drugs. It is recommended that the daily dosage of Amoryn is increased slowly over a period of two to four weeks in order to minimize the risk of side effects occurring.
Sunday, 11 February 2007
How to Tell if You are Depressed or Simply 'Down'
Are you Depressed?
Everyone feels "blue" at times. Life is full of highs and lows. But people with depression feel sad all of the time. Depression is a real medical illness. Left untreated, it can lead to other mental illnesses or even suicide. Real clinical depression is not something you can just shake off. You can't talk yourself into feeling better. It can interfere with your daily activities and can hurt the ones close to you. The first step in getting better is to recognize the symptoms and admit that you might have depression. Some people may have only a few of the following symptoms while some may have many.
Persistent sad mood or feeling empty.
Feelings of hopelessness.
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness.
Loss of interest in favorite hobbies or things you once enjoyed
Loss of interest in sex.
Decreased energy.
Sleep disturbances, either sleeping too much or too little.
Inability to concentrate.
Overeating or not being able to eat.
Restlessness or irritability.
Thoughts of suicide.
Depression may also cause a wide variety of physical symptoms. People with depression often experience digestive disorders such as constipation, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Depressed people may also get frequent headaches and experience back pain. Anxiety attacks may also coincide with depression.
Women experience depression twice as often as men. Hormones can play a huge role in depression. Menstrual cycle changes, pregnancy, post-partum period, miscarriage and menopause all can be contributing factors to depression. Women have additional responsibilities at work and at home and are usually the care giver for the children and sometimes aging parents. These stressors can lead to depression.
Men that are depressed often try to mask it with alcohol or drugs. They rarely admit to being depressed. Often times they will work excessively long hours to hide it. The rate of suicide in depressed men is four times that of women. Men often become angry, irritable and discouraged. They are less likely to seek help and are often harder to diagnose.
There are three major types of depression:
Major Depression.
This is a disabling depression that has a combination of the symptoms listed above. It interferes with one's ability to eat, sleep, work or enjoy pleasurable activities.
Dysthymia.
This is a less severe type of depression. It is not disabling, but generally keeps one from functioning well or feeling good. People with dysthymia will probably have a least one major depressive episode in their lives.
Bi-Polar Disorder.
It is sometimes referred to as manic-depressive disorder. It is characterized by severe high and severe lows. The cycles may happen rapidly or come on gradually. Left untreated it can worsen to a psychotic state.
If you experience any of the above symptoms and they last for longer than a couple of weeks you should seek medical treatment. There is no shame in admitting that you may have depression. It doesn't mean you are crazy or weak. People of all ages, race and gender can suffer from depression. With the right interventions, you can enjoy your life once again.
Everyone feels "blue" at times. Life is full of highs and lows. But people with depression feel sad all of the time. Depression is a real medical illness. Left untreated, it can lead to other mental illnesses or even suicide. Real clinical depression is not something you can just shake off. You can't talk yourself into feeling better. It can interfere with your daily activities and can hurt the ones close to you. The first step in getting better is to recognize the symptoms and admit that you might have depression. Some people may have only a few of the following symptoms while some may have many.
Persistent sad mood or feeling empty.
Feelings of hopelessness.
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness.
Loss of interest in favorite hobbies or things you once enjoyed
Loss of interest in sex.
Decreased energy.
Sleep disturbances, either sleeping too much or too little.
Inability to concentrate.
Overeating or not being able to eat.
Restlessness or irritability.
Thoughts of suicide.
Depression may also cause a wide variety of physical symptoms. People with depression often experience digestive disorders such as constipation, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Depressed people may also get frequent headaches and experience back pain. Anxiety attacks may also coincide with depression.
Women experience depression twice as often as men. Hormones can play a huge role in depression. Menstrual cycle changes, pregnancy, post-partum period, miscarriage and menopause all can be contributing factors to depression. Women have additional responsibilities at work and at home and are usually the care giver for the children and sometimes aging parents. These stressors can lead to depression.
Men that are depressed often try to mask it with alcohol or drugs. They rarely admit to being depressed. Often times they will work excessively long hours to hide it. The rate of suicide in depressed men is four times that of women. Men often become angry, irritable and discouraged. They are less likely to seek help and are often harder to diagnose.
There are three major types of depression:
Major Depression.
This is a disabling depression that has a combination of the symptoms listed above. It interferes with one's ability to eat, sleep, work or enjoy pleasurable activities.
Dysthymia.
This is a less severe type of depression. It is not disabling, but generally keeps one from functioning well or feeling good. People with dysthymia will probably have a least one major depressive episode in their lives.
Bi-Polar Disorder.
It is sometimes referred to as manic-depressive disorder. It is characterized by severe high and severe lows. The cycles may happen rapidly or come on gradually. Left untreated it can worsen to a psychotic state.
If you experience any of the above symptoms and they last for longer than a couple of weeks you should seek medical treatment. There is no shame in admitting that you may have depression. It doesn't mean you are crazy or weak. People of all ages, race and gender can suffer from depression. With the right interventions, you can enjoy your life once again.
Sunday, 4 February 2007
The causes of depression
The causes of depression
Depression is a medical illness with real causes. It can disable a person so much that they are unable to leave their home or sometimes even their bed. It is not a sign of being "crazy." It is not "all in your head." There are many real causes of depression. It can happen to anyone of any age and any race.Depression doesn't play favorites. The best thing you can do is to recognize it and seek treatment.
There is no one single cause of depression. It is basically a chemical imbalance in your brain. The neurotransmitters in your brain are the chemical messengers that enable nerve cells to communicate. If the nerve cells don't produce enough chemicals, the neurotransmitters have nothing to communicate. This means that certain areas of the brain may not be stimulated. If the neurotransmitters have nothing to communicate to the area of your brain that controls mood and emotion, depression can result.
Depression has been proven to be hereditary. Major depression seems to occur generation after generation. But it can also occur in people with no family history.
If someone in your family has a problem with depression, be aware that it can show up in other members of the family or in your children.
People who are always pessimistic, have low self-esteem or are easily overwhelmed by stress are prone to developing depression. Researchers are not sure if this is a psychological indicator of developing depression or an early form of the disease.
Researchers have now discovered that physical changes in the body leads to mental changes also. People who have had a stroke, heart attack, cancer, parkinson's disease or hormonal changes can develop depression so severe that they no longer want to care for themselves or do anything to get better. This will prolong recovery time. Sometimes, if the depression is not treated, they will never recover.
There is hope for people with depression. There are several newer medications on the market today to help with depression. These are called SSRIs ( serotonin reuptake inhibitors) or MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors). They work directly on the neurotransmitters in the brain and have fewer side effects. Your doctor may try you on a few different anti-depressants to find the one that works best for you.
It is important to remember that it can take up to 8 weeks to achieve the full effects of a anti-depressant. Persistence is the key. Give the medicine a chance to work before you decide that it is not right for you. Do not discontinue the medicine just because you feel better. Anti-depressants should not be stopped abruptly or without guidance from your physician. Some people may need to take anti-depressants for the rest of their lives. But this is not the case in every situation. Your doctor can help you decide what is right for you. Always make sure that your doctor is aware of any other medications that you may be taking including vitamins and herbs.
There are ways to recover from depression. Get support from family and friends. Talk to your doctor about your moods and feelings. He may recommend psychotherapy along with medication. Don't be ashamed for the way you are feeling. Depression can be a lot bigger than you and you will need help to overcome it.
Depression is a medical illness with real causes. It can disable a person so much that they are unable to leave their home or sometimes even their bed. It is not a sign of being "crazy." It is not "all in your head." There are many real causes of depression. It can happen to anyone of any age and any race.Depression doesn't play favorites. The best thing you can do is to recognize it and seek treatment.
There is no one single cause of depression. It is basically a chemical imbalance in your brain. The neurotransmitters in your brain are the chemical messengers that enable nerve cells to communicate. If the nerve cells don't produce enough chemicals, the neurotransmitters have nothing to communicate. This means that certain areas of the brain may not be stimulated. If the neurotransmitters have nothing to communicate to the area of your brain that controls mood and emotion, depression can result.
Depression has been proven to be hereditary. Major depression seems to occur generation after generation. But it can also occur in people with no family history.
If someone in your family has a problem with depression, be aware that it can show up in other members of the family or in your children.
People who are always pessimistic, have low self-esteem or are easily overwhelmed by stress are prone to developing depression. Researchers are not sure if this is a psychological indicator of developing depression or an early form of the disease.
Researchers have now discovered that physical changes in the body leads to mental changes also. People who have had a stroke, heart attack, cancer, parkinson's disease or hormonal changes can develop depression so severe that they no longer want to care for themselves or do anything to get better. This will prolong recovery time. Sometimes, if the depression is not treated, they will never recover.
There is hope for people with depression. There are several newer medications on the market today to help with depression. These are called SSRIs ( serotonin reuptake inhibitors) or MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors). They work directly on the neurotransmitters in the brain and have fewer side effects. Your doctor may try you on a few different anti-depressants to find the one that works best for you.
It is important to remember that it can take up to 8 weeks to achieve the full effects of a anti-depressant. Persistence is the key. Give the medicine a chance to work before you decide that it is not right for you. Do not discontinue the medicine just because you feel better. Anti-depressants should not be stopped abruptly or without guidance from your physician. Some people may need to take anti-depressants for the rest of their lives. But this is not the case in every situation. Your doctor can help you decide what is right for you. Always make sure that your doctor is aware of any other medications that you may be taking including vitamins and herbs.
There are ways to recover from depression. Get support from family and friends. Talk to your doctor about your moods and feelings. He may recommend psychotherapy along with medication. Don't be ashamed for the way you are feeling. Depression can be a lot bigger than you and you will need help to overcome it.
Sunday, 28 January 2007
Genuine Happiness Comes from Within
Genuine Happiness Comes from Within
Life isn’t the sweetest candy. Sometimes, when I feel like the world is just too heavy, I look around and find people who continued to live fascinating and wonderful lives. And then thoughts come popping into my mind like bubbles from nowhere – “How did their life become so adorably sweet? How come they still can manage to laugh and play around despite a busy stressful life?” Then I pause and observed for awhile… I figured out that maybe, they start to work on a place called ‘self’.
So, how does one become genuinely happy? Step 1 is to love yourself.
My theology professor once said that “loving means accepting.” To love oneself means to accept that you are not a perfect being, but behind the imperfections must lie a great ounce of courage to be able to discover ways on how to improve your repertoire to recover from our mistakes.
Genuine happiness also pertains to contentment. When you are contented with the job you have, the way you look, with your family, your friends, the place you live in, your car, and all the things you now have – truly, you know the answer to the question “how to be genuinely happy.”
When we discover a small start somewhere from within, that small start will eventually lead to something else, and to something else. But if you keep questioning life lit it has never done you any good, you will never be able to find genuine happiness.
I believe that life is about finding out about right and wrong, trying and failing, wining and losing. These are things that happen as often as you inhale and exhale. Failure, in a person’s life has become as abundant and necessary as air. But this should not hinder us from becoming happy.
How to be genuinely happy in spite all these? I tell you… every time you exert effort to improve the quality of life and your being, whether it is cleaning up your room, helping a friend, taking care of your sick dog, fail on board exams and trying again, life gives you equivalent points for that.
Imagine life as a big score board like those which are used in the NFLs. Every time you take a step forward, you make scoring points. Wouldn’t it be nice to look at that board at the end of each game and think to yourself “Whew! I got a point today. I’m glad I gave it a shot.”, instead of looking at it all blank and murmur “Geez, I didn’t even hit a score today. I wish I had the guts to try out. We could have won!” and then walk away.
Genuine happiness isn’t about driving the hottest Formula 1 car, nor getting the employee of the year award, earning the highest 13th month pay, or beating the sales quota. Sometimes, the most sought after prizes in life doesn’t always go to the fastest, the strongest, the bravest or not even the best. So, how do you become genuinely happy? Every one has his own definition of ‘happiness’. Happiness for a writer may mean launching as much best selling books as possible. Happiness for a basketball rookie may mean getting the rookie of the year award. Happiness for a beggar may mean a lot of money. Happiness for a business man may mean success. So, really now, how do we become genuinely happy? Simple. You don’t have to have the best things in this world. Its about doing and making the best out of every single thing. When you find yourself smiling at your own mistake and telling your self “Oh, I’ll do better next time”, you carry with you a flame of strong will power to persevere that may spread out like a brush fire. You possess a willingness to stand up again and try – that will make you a genuinely happy person.
When you learn to accept yourself and your own faults. You pass step 1 in the project “how to become genuinely happy”.For as long as you know how to accept others, you will also be accepted. For as long as you love and know how to love, you will receive love ten folds back.
Again, throw me that same question “how to become genuinely happy?”. I’ll refer you to a friend of mine who strongly quoted- “Most of us know that laughter is the best medicine to life’s aches and pain. But most of us don’t know that the best kind of laughter is laughter over self. Coz then you don’t just become happy… you become free.”
Life isn’t the sweetest candy. Sometimes, when I feel like the world is just too heavy, I look around and find people who continued to live fascinating and wonderful lives. And then thoughts come popping into my mind like bubbles from nowhere – “How did their life become so adorably sweet? How come they still can manage to laugh and play around despite a busy stressful life?” Then I pause and observed for awhile… I figured out that maybe, they start to work on a place called ‘self’.
So, how does one become genuinely happy? Step 1 is to love yourself.
My theology professor once said that “loving means accepting.” To love oneself means to accept that you are not a perfect being, but behind the imperfections must lie a great ounce of courage to be able to discover ways on how to improve your repertoire to recover from our mistakes.
Genuine happiness also pertains to contentment. When you are contented with the job you have, the way you look, with your family, your friends, the place you live in, your car, and all the things you now have – truly, you know the answer to the question “how to be genuinely happy.”
When we discover a small start somewhere from within, that small start will eventually lead to something else, and to something else. But if you keep questioning life lit it has never done you any good, you will never be able to find genuine happiness.
I believe that life is about finding out about right and wrong, trying and failing, wining and losing. These are things that happen as often as you inhale and exhale. Failure, in a person’s life has become as abundant and necessary as air. But this should not hinder us from becoming happy.
How to be genuinely happy in spite all these? I tell you… every time you exert effort to improve the quality of life and your being, whether it is cleaning up your room, helping a friend, taking care of your sick dog, fail on board exams and trying again, life gives you equivalent points for that.
Imagine life as a big score board like those which are used in the NFLs. Every time you take a step forward, you make scoring points. Wouldn’t it be nice to look at that board at the end of each game and think to yourself “Whew! I got a point today. I’m glad I gave it a shot.”, instead of looking at it all blank and murmur “Geez, I didn’t even hit a score today. I wish I had the guts to try out. We could have won!” and then walk away.
Genuine happiness isn’t about driving the hottest Formula 1 car, nor getting the employee of the year award, earning the highest 13th month pay, or beating the sales quota. Sometimes, the most sought after prizes in life doesn’t always go to the fastest, the strongest, the bravest or not even the best. So, how do you become genuinely happy? Every one has his own definition of ‘happiness’. Happiness for a writer may mean launching as much best selling books as possible. Happiness for a basketball rookie may mean getting the rookie of the year award. Happiness for a beggar may mean a lot of money. Happiness for a business man may mean success. So, really now, how do we become genuinely happy? Simple. You don’t have to have the best things in this world. Its about doing and making the best out of every single thing. When you find yourself smiling at your own mistake and telling your self “Oh, I’ll do better next time”, you carry with you a flame of strong will power to persevere that may spread out like a brush fire. You possess a willingness to stand up again and try – that will make you a genuinely happy person.
When you learn to accept yourself and your own faults. You pass step 1 in the project “how to become genuinely happy”.For as long as you know how to accept others, you will also be accepted. For as long as you love and know how to love, you will receive love ten folds back.
Again, throw me that same question “how to become genuinely happy?”. I’ll refer you to a friend of mine who strongly quoted- “Most of us know that laughter is the best medicine to life’s aches and pain. But most of us don’t know that the best kind of laughter is laughter over self. Coz then you don’t just become happy… you become free.”
Sunday, 21 January 2007
How To Help Yourself When You Are Depressed
Depression Help
Depression can make you feel tired, worthless, hopeless and helpless. Such negative thinking has a great impact on your view upon life and the world and sometimes they can make you feel like giving up. However, it is very important to realize that this negative thinking is part of the depression and do not reflect the reality accurately.
How To Help Yourself When You Are Depressed
If you follow a treatment, negative feelings will gradually fade out. In the meantime, there are a lot of things you could do by yourself:
l Set realistic goals and assume a reasonable degree of responsibility.
l Try to split large tasks into smaller ones, set your priorities and do what you can the way you can.
l Don't isolate yourself, try to socialize and have someone to talk to.
l Do all the things that make you feel a little better.
l Light exercising, going to a ballgame, a movie or participating in social or religious activities might help.
l Don't expect miraculous results. Feeling better will take time.
l Try to postpone major decision until you are cured from depression. If you have to do it earlier, talk to someone who knows you very well and has a more objective perspective over the situation.
l Very few people just "snap out" of a depression. However, you will feel a little better day by day. Allow people who care for you to help you.
How Can Family And Friends Provide Depression Help
The most important thing family and friends can do is to help the depressed person seek professional depression help. This includes encouraging him or her to make an appointment to a therapist, take the prescription medication, look for another treatment in case the first doesn't work and obey the doctor's rules about alcohol use. Secondly, it is very important to offer emotional support, such as affection, understanding and encouragement. Try to engage him or her in conversations and listen carefully to what he/she has to say. Remarks about suicide should be reported to the therapist. Try to involve the depressed person in social activities, especially in those who he/she used to enjoy. However, do not push him/her, as this can increase the feeling of failure.
Never acuse a depressed person of laziness or faking illness and do not expect him/her to just "snap out of it". With time and professional treatment, it generally gets better. Keep reminding yourself and the depressed person that eventually he/she will start feeling better.
Where To Get Depression Help
If you are not sure where you can go for depression help, look in the Yellow pages under "health", "mental health", "social services", "crisis", "crisis intervention services", "suicide prevention", "hotlines", "physicians", "hospitals" for telephone numbers and addresses. In case of an emergency, the emergency room doctor from a hospital can provide temporary help and guide you to further help.
Here are the types of people that should be able to provide professional depression help:
l Family doctors
l Mental health specialists (psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, mental health counselors)
l Community mental health centers
l Health maintenance organizations
l Psychiatry departments within hospitals
l University- or medical school-affiliated programs
l Family service, social agencies, clergy
l State hospital outpatient clinics
l Private clinics
l Local medical or psychiatric societies
l Employee assistance programs
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