Show 189 What Is Trauma?

Update: I goofed up on the episode numbering and I'm trying to correct it. Blog post title now matches episode number. All is well.

For some but not all of us, our anxiety has a root in trauma. So in this episode a look at trauma, the definition(s) and some of the various forms.

A few housekeeping items. I’ve recently applied to be on Spotify. If you happen to listen or hear the episode on the service there may be ads before, after or during the podcast.

I have no say in it and I don’t get a flipping dime for being on that service. Many long-time listeners know that I choose not to accept advertising.

I think it would presents confusion and unintentional conflicts of interest.

For example, if I’m saying yes, no or maybe to medication and then a pharmacy ad appears for depression. I don’t want to give the impression that I’m endorsing or boosting a specific drug or product.

It is what it is. Until there is another way to reach more listeners without ads I gotta roll with it.




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: 

From the Guardian UK there is an interview with Gisele Bündchen: a model life? In the interview she talks about using meditation, eating a plant based diet and uses Yoga to cure her anxiety. There are others statements in the article that are problematic. You should also be aware that Bundchen is in the wellness industry, which is not healthcare.She has a book to promote and has a wellness business.

The Encyclopedia of Phobias, Fears, and Anxieties at AbeBooks.com, Powell's Books and Barnes and Nobel.

Emotional and Psychological Trauma from Healthguide.org

There is a 2019 Psychology Today post on What is Trauma? which has info about various types of traumas and treatments and a 2016  Trauma Tips for Understanding and Healing—Part 1 of 4



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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.
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Show 188 Trauma and Anxiety Part 1

Update: I goofed up the numbering. Shouldn't upload when tired. This is the same as Show 189.
Too late to yank it but I do have something for you for your trouble.



For some but not all of us, our anxiety has a root in Trauma. So in this episode a look at trauma, the definition and some of the various forms. My goal is to help you make a possible connection. It might not apply to you. It might have some relevance. Just putting it out there.

A housekeeping item. I’ve recently applied to be on Spotify. If you happen to listen or hear the episode on the service there may be ads before, after or during the podcast.

I have no say in it and I don’t get a flipping dime for being on that service. Many long-time listeners know that I choose not to accept advertising.

I think it would presents confusion and unintentional conflicts of interest.

For example, if I’m saying yes, no or maybe to medication and then a pharmacy ad appears for depression. I don’t want to give the impression that I’m endorsing or boosting a specific drug or product.

It is what it is. Until there is another way to reach more listeners without ads I gotta roll with it.






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: 

From the Guardian UK there is an interview with Gisele Bündchen: a model life? In the interview she talks about using meditation, eating a plant based diet and uses Yoga to cure her anxiety. There are others statements in the article that are problematic. You should also be aware that Bundchen is in the wellness industry, which is not healthcare.She has a book to promote and has a wellness business.

The Encyclopedia of Phobias, Fears, and Anxieties at AbeBooks.com, Powell's Books and Barnes and Nobel.

Emotional and Psychological Trauma from Healthguide.org 

There is a 2019 Psychology Today post on What is Trauma? which has info about various types of traumas and treatments and a 2016  Trauma Tips for Understanding and Healing—Part 1 of 4 



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.
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Show 187 Breathing to Calm Your Mind

A short episode but a necessary one in these times of palpitation. There are two breathing apps of interest.  It doesn't matter what the external world is doing, you need to focus on taking care of yourself.

Breathing is one way to do that.




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.

The company that created this lovely two minute breathing videos seems to have gone out of business. I'm getting a 404 message but it is still posted on YouTube and it is visually helpful.


 


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Breath Ball Breathing app has practice modules for anxiety, sleeping COPD and Asthma. It is available on Windows PC, MacOS, iOS and Android.

Breath Easy is a free simple app for Android and iOS, breathe in, breathe out.

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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.
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Show 186 - Know Your Symptoms

In this episode, a caution about using Facebook as a health journal or health locker and what are symptoms and the ways that they show up in the body. Your body.

This time out I'm probably asking the equivalent of looking at your own personal boogie man. Identifying your symptoms. Not an easy thing to do when you are trying to deal with them.

It is important to know what you are dealing with because you can waste a lot of time pacifying a symptom when you could be dealing with the larger problem. (There are exceptions to this, don't take it as gospel.)




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 Mental Health overview about anxiety disorders.

National Institute of Mental Health page on social anxiety disorder.

Verywell Mind Revised post about anxiety disorders, symptoms and treatment options.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: When Unwanted Thoughts or Irresistible Actions Take Over page at NIMH.




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.
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