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Psychological intervention reduces disability and depression in adolescents with fibromyalgia
A recent trial shows cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) reduces functional disability and depressive symptoms in adolescents with juvenile fibromyalgia. The psychological intervention was found to be safe and effective, and proved to be superior to disease management education. Full findings from this multi-site clinical trial are published in Arthritis & Rheumatism, a peer-reviewed journal of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR). Medical evidence reports that juvenile fibromyalgia syndrome affects 2% to 7% of school age children. Similar to adult cases, the juvenile form of the disorder primarily strikes adolescent girls. Both adult and juvenile fibromyalgia patients experience widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, as well as sleep and mood disturbances. Previous studies show…
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Why Don’t Painkillers Work For People With Fibromyalgia?
People who have the common chronic pain condition fibromyalgia often report that they don’t respond to the types of medication that relieve other people’s pain. New research from the University of Michigan Health System helps to explain why that might be: Patients with fibromyalgia were found to have reduced binding ability of a type of receptor in the brain that is the target of opioid painkiller drugs such as morphine. The study included positron emission tomography (PET) scans of the brains of patients with fibromyalgia, and of an equal number of sex- and age-matched people without the often-debilitating condition. Results showed that the fibromyalgia patients had reduced mu-opioid receptor (MOR)…
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Fibromyalgia Information (FAQ)
Fibromyalgia is by any measure a complex syndrome. As I have written (and continue to write) the many articles in the website, I work to answer any question that you might have, and I feel confident that the answers are here. Some of these are also answered on the Facebook postings, in videos, in the blog or informational graphics we provide. We still have more to cover and convey, so I thank you for being here. What we provide here at Living Smarter comes not only from experience over many years but also the latest science into fibromyalgia, co-conditions and chronic pain. Working as a practitioner/trainer and living with fibromyalgia…
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5 Ways To Ease Mom Guilt Quickly
Mom Guilt (Dad Guilt), we all have had it at one time or another. I know this because we can’t all be perfect, so sometimes we are going to mess up or disappoint our kids. Even the healthiest of moms (dads) is going to have some mom (dad) guilt over her (his) inadequacies. However, having a chronic illness likeFibromyalgia and being a mom (dad) comes with its own set of “mom (dad) guilt feelings”. I am going to tell you what I feel guilty about and what I do to feel better. First, a little about me as a person and a mom: If you haven’t read my About Me…
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Why Depression Can Worst Your Thyroid Conditions
By: Researcher Taymur Understanding Thyroid Conditions The thyroid on the front of your throat is a butterfly-shaped gland that secretes hormones. Such hormones control the body’s metabolism, levels of energy, and other vital functions. Over 12 percent of Americans in their lifetime will develop a thyroid condition. But it is not known to as many as 60 percent of those with a thyroid condition. Thyroid disorder is associated with certain signs of mental health. This is particularly true with regard to depression and anxiety. This can leave you with symptoms that can improve, but a condition that still needs to be treated. Let’s take a closer look at the relations…
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The Top 7 Benefits of Sports that are Helpful in Mental Life
By: Researcher Taymur Understanding Mental Health You do know that your physical health benefits from sports. But more good news is available. Evidence has also shown in recent years that your mental health could benefit from participation in sport. It’s like this. 1st is Sports Helpful in Improving Mood Do you want a burst of relaxation and happiness? Participate in physical activity. If you play sport, exercise in a gym or go for a quick walk, physical activity releases chemical products for the brain that make you feel happy and comfortable. In particular, team sport offers an opportunity to relax and challenge your fitness. These also provide social benefits, enabling…
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Check Some Emotional Signs That Happen by Too Much Stress
By: Researcher Taymur Understanding Emotional Stress Stress is all too common for many of us, defined as emotional tension or mental stress. Because the average stress level for adults in the United States in 2015 amounted to 5.1 at a scale from 1 to 10, according to the American Psychological Association (APA). However there can be too much stress, both emotional and physical symptoms. Let’s take a look at some of the emotional signs of stress and how you can reduce it. 1st is Depression Issue Depression is defined as a disease by Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) in which an individual has a persistent and serious low…
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The Most Worrying 10 Symptoms and Signs of Feeling Too Much Stress
By: Researcher Taymur Stress is defined as an unfavorable condition of mental or emotional strain. Most people deal with stress at one point or another. Interestingly, one study found that 33% of adults experienced high levels of stress. A long list of physical and mental symptoms is associated with the condition. This paper will examine 10 common stress signs and symptoms. 1st is Acne However acne is one of the most visible ways stress often occurs. Because some people tend to touch their faces more often when they feel stressed out. So this can spread bacteria and help acne develop. So several studies have also confirmed that acne can be…
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Indeed, Your Health can have Effects on Mental Illness. What can you do about it here?
By: Researcher Taymur Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and even sensory treatment disturbances can influence our personal hygiene. Let’s talk about that. Let’s talk about that. It’s not just You “It’s not just You” is a column written by the journalist for mental health Sian Ferguson to examine less-known symptoms of mental illness. It’s not just You. Sian knows the strength of hearing firsthand, “Hey, it’s not only you.” While you may know your sorrow or anxiety, there’s much more to mental health than that, so let’s talk about it! Tell them via Twitter if you have a question for Sian. One of the worst things about mental disease is how it…
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Check These Chronic Types of Mental Illness
By: Researcher Taymur Understanding Mental Illness Mental disease is a widespread term that includes a wide range of conditions that influence your feelings and thoughts. Because it can also affect your ability to experience daily life. So different factors can affect mental illness, including: genetics, environmental, daily habits, biology factors. Understanding Mental Illness Types However DSM-5 helps mental health professionals to diagnose mental disorders in their fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Because mental health disorders of many kinds exist. So in addition, in DSM 5 there are nearly 300 different requirements. These are some of the most prevalent mental illnesses in the US: 1st…
