You
are your only counselor at that point, which is why you need to remind yourself
that what you are feeling right now is temporary and that you are going to be
OK! So try to ignore on what is happening and talk to yourself in a positive
way. Say for example, if you get an anxiety attack in your house. You know that
your heart rate has grown faster, you feel terrified, you are getting panicky,
but then instead of focusing on your heartbeat or your sweating, or your fear,
focus on real things around you. For instance, look at the people around you,
they seem to be fine, your pet dog is still looking at you and wagging his
tail,. Focusing on other things will help your mind shift from the attack which
will give your body and mind a chance to relax. Use Breathing Techniques to
CALM Yourself Deep breathing usually helps in calming down your panicked mind
and getting your heartbeat back at a normal pace. However, you must avoid chest
breathing as it can make the matter worse by increasing the numbness and
dizziness in the body. Instead, try to breathe deeply using your stomach and
you will feel much better.
Visit a Doctor and Get HELP As I mentioned in the
Black Diamond Force beginning of the article, getting a panic attack once in a blue moon is
completely normal, but if you find that you are the only one getting affected
while others can't figure out why you react the way you do, probably your
doctor would. So, if you really want to save yourself from these horrible
anxiety attacks that are forbidding you to live a normal life, get help from
someone who can 'really' help you. Now that you are aware of this condition,
you would also be happy to know that you can easily get rid of anxiety attacks
through treatment. There are various techniques like psychotherapy, breathing
exercises, meditation, yoga, and drugs that can help you overcome these
attacks. However, it is sad to know that most of the people never seek medical
help, making the matter more worse. Just remember, you are not mad or mental,
your mind is giving you false alarms and you need to just learn to calm it
down, which is absolutely possible. Social Anxiety Disorder Social anxiety
disorder or social phobia, is the most common mental disorder that can affect
people of all ages. This article will tell you the reasons and possible
solutions to overcome this fear. TAGGED UNDER: Social Anxiety Advertisement It
is quite normal to feel anxious before making a public speech or presentation.
However, there are people who easily get anxious even with the thought of
making a public appearance.
Such people are said to have social phobia. People
with this mental condition are scared of facing and interacting with unknown
people. They think that people are constantly judging them, or, that they may
create some embarrassing situation for themselves in front of others. They
become so anxious that their anxiety leads to panic attacks. Causes Social
anxiety disorder does not have a definitive cause, however, certain biological,
psychological, and environmental factors are claimed to be responsible for it.
It is said that, it is caused due to an imbalance of a neurotransmitter that
sends information from one nerve cell to another in the human brain. This
mental condition is also believed to be a hereditary. It can also be seen in
people who have had an overprotective childhood or a deeply humiliating
experience in the past. Symptoms The major symptom of this mental state is a
person avoiding social situations totally. The individual starts making excuses
for not attending functions, giving presentations, or meeting unknown people.
The idea of attending such events becomes so scary, that it affects the
individual's daily life and routine. Some physical symptoms which include
shivering, muscle tension, diarrhea, excessive sweating, stammering, cold and
shaky hands, no eye contact, etc., are also observed. Diagnosis and Treatment
People having this problem should consult a doctor. If left untreated, it can
have an adverse effect on their lives. Actually, there are no medical tests to
determine if an individual suffers from this disorder.
The doctor, however, may
ask the patient certain questions and conduct certain psychological tests, to
gauge if he/she is affected by this mental disorder. Once the situation is
diagnosed, it can be fully cured with proper treatment. The most effective
treatment is cognitive-behavior therapy, along with drug therapy. The
therapist, working with the individual, should motivate him/her to think in a
positive way and help him/her to face real life situations. Antidepressants are
sometimes given to the patient to control the physical symptoms. The individual
may also have to attend counseling sessions, where the counselor helps in
boosting the self-esteem of the patient. Social anxiety is a serious problem. A
person diagnosed with it could be avoided by others around him for being a
loser. The resulting loneliness may lead the individual to the ways of alcohol
or drug addiction. If a friend or family member is suffering from it, you
should try your best to support and help him/her out. You should try to make
them understand that even though life is full of challenges, it is beautiful
and worth living! 40 Weeks Pregnant and No Signs of Labor Your body starts
preparing for labor at least a month before your due date. However, what
induces labor and why is it different (in terms of duration) for expecting
mothers, is a question not yet answered. TAGGED UNDER: Pregnancy Advertisement
According to the doctors, post-term births are more likely due to irregular
menstrual cycles. Also, since the due date is calculated on the basis of
ultrasound scan, there are less likely chances of miscalculation and this
possibility can be safely ruled out. Although, generally speaking, the third
trimester is from 37 to 42 weeks, and a pregnancy is not considered overdue
until after 42 weeks.
So, the only possibility is that your little stubborn
baby is simply taking his/her own sweet time. Your Baby - at 40 Weeks At
officially full-term, your baby weighs around seven and a half pounds and
measures 19-22 inches. Your baby can be smaller but equally and perfectly
healthy. He/she is completely developed and his/her hair and nails are growing
everyday. The skull bones haven't fused together so that they can overlap and
assist in coming through the birth canal, during the labor. Your baby is
preparing to adjust with the outside world. He/she can search for the thumb and
also suck it. The immune system of your baby is also strengthening. You - at 40
Weeks You are irritated by all the questions your friends and family are asking
you, anxious because of the delay, and irritated waiting for "the
day" to finally arrive. And with no contraction at 40 weeks pregnancy, you
have the liberty to be slightly stressed. But, you need to understand that even
if you and your baby are ready, your body might just need that extra week. So,
you need to relax and consult your doctor. Signs of Labor As there is no
knowledge of what might trigger labor, there are few signs that you can
observe. Nesting: You may find the sudden urge to clean your house and also end
up doing so. It is Mother Nature's way of telling that you are ready to bring
your baby to a clean house. Also, once the baby is delivered, you may not have
time to clean your house and baby-proof it. House-work is a good exercise and
can induce labor.
Dropping or Lightening: A few weeks before labor, you may
have less heartburn. But, you may also feel more pressure in your pelvic area.
You may notice some swelling in your legs and your abdomen will look lowered.
This is caused due to 'lightening' or 'dropping', that is, your baby settling
down nearer to the cervix. It releases pressure from your diaphragm and you can
breathe easily and eat more. In case this is not your first baby, dropping may
occur just before labor. Braxton Hicks Contraction: A cramped, menstrual like
feeling, along with intense contractions, are often signs of pre-labor.
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