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Progressive Muscle Relaxation for Stress Management

Posted: Oct 28 in Blog by

For the Waterford individual seeking help with stress management, progressive muscle relaxation may be the right solution. When faced with anxiety or stress, the muscles in your body become tense. This sometimes leads to pain. Progressive muscle relaxation, a proven technique often used in psychotherapy, helps to relieve the muscle tension associated with stress and [...]

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Tips for Managing Anxiety

Posted: Oct 20 in Blog by

Struggling with an anxiety disorder not only has negative effects on your mind, but your body as well. Most of us are used to anxiety-filled environments and find stress to be a daily occurrence, whether it’s caused by a work overload, a sick child, an unpaid bill, or any other stressful situation you may encounter [...]

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PTSD and Anxiety May Cause Panic Attacks

Posted: Oct 14 in Blog by

We all encounter anxiety in everyday life, and often this anxiety can become overwhelming, and even lead to a panic attack. A panic attack is characterized by sudden, intense fear that causes physical symptoms such as chest pain, accelerated heartbeat, difficulty breathing, sweating, dizziness, chills, stomach pain, and nausea. In cases where a Troy patient [...]

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Fitness for the Mind and Body

Posted: Sep 16 in Blog by

Commitment to a change in lifestyle, complete with new healthy eating habits and routine exercise, is a vital part of any weight loss plan. This is especially important for patients who have undergone bariatric surgery. Surgery provides a physical change in the digestive system, helping to speed weight loss. The dedication and motivation to maintain [...]

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Benefits of Aerobic Activity on the Brain

Posted: Aug 30 in Blog by

When most people think about the benefits of aerobic activity, they think of it strengthening the heart and lungs, and improving circulation. However, in addition to these physical benefits, aerobic exercise can boost brain function which helps to improve emotional health, cognition, and anti-aging memory capabilities. Practically any activity that requires continuous physical activity can [...]

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PTSD and Heart Disease

Posted: Jun 15 in Blog by

As years pass and you feel yourself growing older, it is only natural to begin thinking about ways to stay healthy and youthful for as long as possible. New studies are increasingly revealing that behavioral health and physical health can both be a component of anti-aging care. The connection between behavioral health and physical well-being [...]

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Depression and Anxiety Can Lead to Weight Gain

Posted: Jun 07 in Blog by

We may never fully understand all the causes of obesity, but we’re one step closer now thanks to a recent study conducted in the U.K. This study followed more than 4000 people for 19 years, and examined the effects of mental and behavioral health on obesity. The results of this study confirmed what had long [...]

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Fight Holiday Depression by Preventing it from Taking Over Your Life

Posted: Dec 10 in Blog by

The month-long winter holiday season starts on Thanksgiving Day and goes through New Years day. All the chaos, stress and demands put on a person during this time increases the risk of developing Holiday Depression. The good news is that there are things that can help you take control of yourself and lower your risk of becoming depressed.
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Do You Suffer from Anxiety?

Posted: Nov 26 in Blog by

To experience some amount of anxiety is perfectly normal. On your way to a job interview, when meeting new people, or before speaking in public, it’s normal to feel anxious. But if you feel anxious every time you leave the house, every time you have to speak to another person, or for no particular reason at all, you may suffer from anxiety disorder.

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Fight Work-Related Weight Gain

Posted: Aug 31 in Blog by

Research shows that a stressful job can be a contributing factor for obesity. An increase in stress hormones can make your body store fat more efficiently and trigger cravings for unhealthy foods. People who are stressed at work may be more likely to skip lunch during the day and sit at their desk for long hours, only to come home and sit more as a way to unwind. Poor diet, inactivity, and an increase in certain hormones are a perfect storm for obesity. [Read more]

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