Show 179 When Someone Calls 911 on Your Anxiety Attack

I am not being metaphorical. What are your rights when a person, relative or police officer decides that you need to visit your local mental health hospital?

For most of us with mild symptoms chances are this is a very small possibility. But it can happen. It did to one woman.

For those of us with extreme symptoms or have family members that don't understand our symptoms then it could be a problem. The purpose of this episode is to help you consider how you want to handle this situation.




If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned: 

National Public Radio story about woman held in the Emergency Room for 20 days.

Mental Health Declaration of Human Rights is a statement by the Citizens Commission on Human Rights

Mental Health America position statement about mental health care. There is a link on that page about a psychiatric

National Resource Center for Psychiatric Advanced Directive.  This is a document you fill out and can be used to explain what you want done when there is a mental health emergency or problem. I would suggest you check out the FAQ page to get a better understanding of the PAD process.

National Alliance on Medical Health (NAMI) Legal Issues page, a some of it is what is desired, but there are items that are locked in by law; depending on what state or jurisdiction you live in.

Disclaimer: 

Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. 

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

CBS News This Morning Look at Mental Health - Accessing Treatment

CBS News This Morning focused a full show on the topic of mental health. Had a live audience, green ribbons and people asking questions.

We need more of this but we need doctors to recognize that there is a person behind the symptoms and that treatment can include a range of options. And questions need to be asked if that patient can afford or even get to the treatment site.

Not everyone drives or has decent mass transit.

If you want to see the full episode they have it on the CBS This Morning web site.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Disclaimer: 

Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. 

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Show 178 - Books and Workbooks to Help with Anxiety

In this episode,  I want to share specific analog paper-based apps known as books or workbooks that might help you with your anxiety symptoms or help you manage your condition.

Not all anxiety books and workbooks are the same or are intended for everybody. Some are academic, some are low brow and some are task specific. This is a heads up on what to be aware of and some of your choices.




If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned: 

Hard Core Self Help F'ck Anxiety by Robert Duff, PhD. is for people that don't want to read self help books. F-bomb will be dropped but there are touches of humor as well.

New Harbinger Press version of the Anxiety & Phobia Workbook. There are ePub and PDF versions of the book.

Stress Management Workbook: De-stress in 10 Minutes or Less by Ruth C. White, Phd, MPH, MSW, this one is more functional and there are specific things to work on as you travel through the workbook.

Soothe Your Nerves; The Black Woman’s Guide to Understanding Anxiety, Panic and Fear by Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett.

The Anxiety Workbook: A 7‑Week Plan to Overcome Anxiety, Stop Worrying, and End Panic by Arlin Cuncic and Seth J. Gillihan, Ph.D.  Ms. Cuncic also has a website for those of you that have social anxiety

Disclaimer: 

Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. 

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Show 177 - Travel Anxiety Tips and Meditation Sources

I kinda like the up, up and away part of travel. I don't necessarily like doing it in an airplane. And to be specific, that turbulence thing is nerve wrecking.

But I have what I need to deal with it and in this quick episode I'd like to share what might help you deal with actual fright of flight sensations.




If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned: 

Lauren Juliff is a travel writer who know what it means to have panic attacks and want to travel. She offers understanding and some tips on making the journey.

Melissa at Mindful Minutes gives meditation advice about handing the trip.

Check with your airline. Headspace is available on Delta, Jet Blue and United. Calm is available on American Airlines.

The Hilarious World of Depression has a mini episode that gives a lot of good travel tips and suggestions to make it on through to the other side.

Disclaimer: 

Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. 

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Show 176 - Humanistic Therapy

Last time I talked about Solution Focused Brief Therapy; basically, it is a goal focused short term therapy that looks at the problem, the tools that the patient or client has to deal with them and then a planned progressive goal to make solutions happen.

This time out it is a quick look at Humanistic Therapy.




If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned: 

National Institute of Health Wellness Kit - suggestions and strategies on improving your emotionally health.

Everyday Health has a 2017 article on 10 Ways to Boost Your Emotional Health Through Improving Your Self-Esteem and Helpguide.org has a page on building better mental health.

Psychology Today definition of humanistic therapy.

There is a short Udacity video that explains what humanistic therapy is and the goals of the treatment. This video is located on YouTube.

Cornerstone Counseling in Canada has a video about Existential Therapy.

Association of Humanistic Providers page on Eight Perspectives on Staying Grounded When the World Seems Insane.

Disclaimer: 

Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. 

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.