5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) has studies showing its effectiveness and safety for depression. 5-HTP is the precursor of serotonin, which is the neurotransmitter in the brain that are hypothesized to be deficient in depression. Tryptophan ➨ 5-HTP ➨ Serotonin The serotonin hypothesis of depression states that depression is caused by a deficiency of serotonin in the synapses […]
I have a fear of heights and driving over bridges- help!
Question Details: I’ve always been afraid of heights, and have always been afraid of crossing bridges. I didn’t have to worry about bridges growing up, as I lived in a town that did not have large bridges, and I could avoid the few that were in my town. However, I graduated from college and landed […]
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What is an essential element of the diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder?
An essential element in the diagnosis of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is the presence of unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) which induce significant anxiety symptoms. The anxiety then prompts you to engage in repetitive, ritualistic behaviors (compulsions) which serve to reduce your anxiety over the short term. So the diagnosis of OCD requires the presence of both […]
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What is the best benzodiazepine for performance anxiety?
I have anxiety giving presentations to an audience. What is the best benzodiazepine for this? Answer: Benzodiazepines are not actually a preferred medication for performance anxiety, or stage fright. The preferred medication for performance anxiety are beta blockers, like propranolol. The main reasons why beta blockers are preferred over benzodiazepines are that propranolol is effective at […]
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What is the difference between agoraphobia and claustrophobia?
This is a frequently-asked question, the difference between agoraphobia and claustrophobia. Agoraphobia is the fear of being in places where you might have a panic attack or escape might be difficult. Some people with panic disorder go on to also develop agoraphobia. As agoraphobia progresses, you increasingly become home-bound, as you are fearful of places […]
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Blood flow changes during the fight-or-flight response
During the fight or flight response, blood is diverted to the skeletal muscles from other systems to prepare the body to either fight or run from the danger or threat. So when a threat is sensed, the amygdala is triggered and sets off the locus coeruleus, which then sets off the sympathetic nervous system. The sympathetic […]
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Can barometric pressure cause anxiety?
Question from Viewer: Hello, I have been suffering from chronic GAD, panic attacks and crippling depression for nearly 5 years. It’s been so bad that it led me to severe alcohol abuse for 4 years. I am now sober. I know some past traumatic events may have contributed to my condition however, I have noticed […]
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Latest KalmPro Reviews on Amazon
KalmPro is the #1 natural anxiety and depression supplement on the market today, and has been formulated by a psychiatrist. See the following recent reviews of KalmPro on Amazon: R Bower 4.0 out of 5 stars: Worked for OCD and Bipolar November 12, 2018 Verified Purchase This worked for my relative that has suffered from OCD […]
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My boyfriend has sexual performance anxiety
More details to the question My boyfriend seems to have intimacy issues, and appears to have sexual performance anxiety. It is really ruining our relationship and makes me wonder if he only has performance anxiety with me or if he had it with other girls as well. He’s not able to get an erection, but […]
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How Long Does Antidepressant Activation Syndrome Last?
Accompanying Details to the Question: I have read many articles stating that feeling worse upon initiating antidepressants is quite common. However the timing stated is variable from one article to another, and vague. Some say a week or 2, others say the first “few” weeks before side effects dissipate. I have been taking citalopram for […]
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