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On the Mental Catwalk: As Diagnostic Thresholds Are Lowered, Being Normal

...  the Mental Catwalk: As Diagnostic Thresholds Are Lowered, Being Normal … It has become far too easy to be diagnosed for depression, Svendsen argues. – One has to remember that depression is classified as one of our most severe diseases by the World Health Organization (WHO) and is considered as debilitating as blindness or … Read more on Science Daily (press release) What's the Story? Sure, I understand that the headline: 'Sally fights depression, holds down a full-time job and volunteers for the local community', is hardly shocking. But, by all accounts, perhaps this is exactly the sort of thing that we, the public, need to hear … Read more on Huffington Post UK (blog) Read ...

What Combination of Scents Would Make the Best People Repellent?

Question by Habt our quell: What combination of scents would make the best people repellent? Best answer: Answer by canada_winnipeg_manSelf-Esteem and Self-Confidence How you think about yourself defines your self-esteem. How you see yourself defines your self-esteem. If you are hard on yourself when you make a mistake, if you don’t like what you see in the mirror, if you feel like a failure every time your anxiety relapses, chances are you have low self-esteem. You probably don’t like yourself all that well. If you don’t like yourself, it may be difficult to believe that recovery from your anxiety disorder is possible. Read more... ...

ALCOHOL ABUSE RANKED a LEADING RISK FACTOR for DISEASES

by tiraslee ALCOHOL ABUSE RANKED A LEADING RISK FACTOR FOR DISEASES The overconsumption of alcohol kills 2.5 million people each year around the globe, according to the World Health Organization. It is a major factor in many neuropsychiatric disorders and a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, cirrhosis of the … Read more on U-T San Diego Richard Roper: Legalize pot and gamble with our kids' futures A study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism shows that the total cost of alcohol-related problems approaches $ 200 billion annually. The federal government pays about half of that cost, while collecting only $ 8 billion ...

Does Anybody Know if Part of Having Social Anxiety Is Suffering From Low Self Confidenced?

Question by wm: does anybody know if part of having social anxiety is suffering from low self confidenced? I have been searching for this answer and am unable to find it. I just know that I seem to have low confidence more than I want. Also I seem to change my mind alot for instance one day I might want to apply for a job and the next few days I second guess that choice and this has been going on for ever, like well over 15 years. I am now wondering if this also is caused from social anxiety, I really need to have some answers. Read more... ...

Christian Marriage Retreat – Intensive Marriage Counseling Client Testimony

...  Marriage Retreat – Intensive marriage counseling client testimony – www.ChristianMarriageRetreats.net – Power & Compassion Christian Marriage Retreats in northwest Montana…another happy couple client testimony… another marriage saved!   Global media focuses on 'alarming trend' in India To ensure that victims can safely report the crime, the government should follow the guidance of the World Health Organization and establish one-stop centers where complainants can file charges and receive medical care and counseling."- Bloomberg … A … Read more on Times of India Read ...

Overcoming Social Phobia & Shyness

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How Do I Overcome This “depression”?

by juliejordanscott Question by Jenny: how do I overcome this “depression”? I got depressed from birth control pills(I had a long term period so doctors told me to take loestrin F E) I’m a positive person, depression made me frustrated all of the time!! Best answer: Answer by NickyYou get a bf Answer by NaguruThere are three types of depression. One is self-made. Second one occurs because of bad luck or bad time. The third kind of depression comes when one is victimized, harassed or tortured mentally. The treatment differs for each kind of depression. Please follow doctor’s instructions scrupulously and also ensure that it does not aggravate or complicate further. Read more... ...