The Importance of a Multivitamin for Emetophobics
Posted on July 22, 2012
If emetophobia keeps you from eating properly, it is a good idea to take a multivitamin to help fill in the gaps when it comes to your nutritional intake. High-quality, food-based multivitamins provide high levels of vitamin B (which is especially helpful for individuals who are prone to anxiety).
Anxiety and the Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Posted on July 22, 2012
Increase the amount of serotonin in your brain by eating a diet high in omega-3 fatty acids! By simply eating more fish, or taking an omega-3 supplement, you are likely to experience some relief from your emetophobia symptoms. Read the following article, written by Dr. Barry Sears, to learn more!
Friggatriskaidekaphobia: Phobia of Friday the 13th
Posted on July 22, 2012
Are you superstitious? Do you become paralyzed by fear every time that a Friday the 13th rolls around? If so, you are not alone. Fear of Friday the 13th is so common that it is estimated that businesses in the U.S. lose a total of over $800 million dollars when ever a Friday and the 13th of any given month coincide.
Incredibly Long List of Phobias
Posted on July 22, 2012
Phobias come in all forms. Read about some of the more unusual phobias out there, including: the fear of flowers (anthrophobia), the fear of gravity (barophobia), the fear of comets (cometophobia), the fear of blushing (ereuthrophobia), the fear of fog (homichlophobia), the fear of metal (metallophobia), and the fear of the color purple (porphyrophobia).
An Anxiety Epidemic?
Posted on July 22, 2012
Some psychologists worry that some of the current anxiety treatments fail to address the primarily social causes of an anxiety disorder(such as increased day-to-day demands and an over exposure to technology). Anxiety rates remain on the rise, with nearly one in five Americans fitting the diagnostic criteria for some kind of anxiety disorder such as emetophobia.
Side Effects of Anti-Anxiety Medication
Posted on July 22, 2012
Learn about a few of the common side effects that can go along with some of the more popular anti-anxiety medications on the market that may be used for treating emetophobia. Although not everyone who takes prescription medication experiences side effects, it is important to weigh the risks and benefits of any medication that you are considering.
New Stress Relief Application for iPhone
Posted on July 22, 2012
The launch of a new iPhone app may provide some help for individuals who are constantly struggling with stress and anxiety. The app is called Stress Release Hypnosis 1.0 and was designed by a hypnotherapist in Denver, Colorado. The app is FREE and is available through the iTunes store.
Stress Reduction Therapy: Hidden Benefit for Patients with MS
Posted on July 22, 2012
If you or someone you know has multiple sclerosis, you will want to read the results of a study funded by the National Institute of Health. The research study found that patients with multiple sclerosis were less likely to develop new brain lesions if they were undergoing stress reduction therapy.
