#but that’s cos I have clinical ocd around food

[gay-cripply-scientist]

Sum creechurs with ✨food✨

[bigskydreaming]

I’m still working as best I can towards getting the surgery I’m always talking about in these posts, because when I tell you how much that will fundamentally change every aspect of my life right now, I’m not kidding. As usual, I’m way behind on rent, haven’t been able to afford new meds in a couple weeks, and am low on food and energy, with the first of the month being tomorrow and like.....I’m trying so hard to get the surgery at least before the end of the year, because as soon as I do, not only does it address all my health issues, I’ll be able to ditch the super pricey insurance I have to maintain just to keep the surgery I’ve otherwise paid for even a possibility? 

(Again, the surgery is already paid for, all 21K of it.....the reason I keep having to put it off is not having any extra to pay for rent and food while I’m stuck in bed recovering for a month after it, since I’m perpetually behind and stuck in the hole as is).

My breakdown of actual expenses, priority wise is:

- $812 per month insurance, without maintaining these specific benefits, I’ll owe additional money before they’ll even do the surgery, and there’s no way I can afford the out of pocket surgery price tag

- $1400 rent (there’s two of us living here, and we’re essentially living at one of those extended stay motels that give deals to people who are otherwise homeless, which is us. Yes, there are cheaper places we could live, even in LA a studio apartment can be found for like half this, but both of our credit scores were trashed in maxing out loans and credit cards even just to get us this far and we have no ability to rebuild our credit score while scrambling to keep up with day to day expenses as is, and we have no one who could co-sign on a cheaper apartment for us)

- $230 medication (I have an annoyingly high metabolism which means only specific pain medication works for me in the first place, as well as ADHD, C-PTSD, clinical depression, anxiety, something that is not OCD but is OCD related and hard to explain to people not familiar with it, and a few other things in the mix. I take four medications monthly, or am supposed to, and this total includes the cost of my refill apppointments, because many of my meds are controlled substances they won’t refill without monthly check-ups. Currently have been off my meds for over two and a half weeks. Its been grand)

- $80 phone/internet (necessary for most of my freelance work as well as refill and doctor appointments, etc. has been disconnected for over a week so there’s an additional $20 reconnect fee)

And anything I have left over after that goes to food. Literally the ONLY thing I need to finally be able to KEEP a surgery date is like....being able to afford rent, meds and food for the month after the surgery as my jaw will be completely wired shut, and I’ve been told to expect that I will not be able to get out of bed and move around for at least two weeks minimum.

But the SECOND after I’ve recovered from surgery, I can change so much of this? I can drop my pricey insurance, with the money I save from that I can fairly swiftly up my credit again as I’m less than 5K in debt overall, my biggest credit card is only $1K limit, I just can’t even afford to make tiny payment installments when I’m constantly behind even just on rent, as soon as I up my credit a bit and without the pain/medical issues limiting my ability to travel and use public transportation, I can find us a cheaper place to live, and like......between that, the gains I can make on sleep, nutrition and rest I can up my ability to find freelance jobs proactively, get more done, turn my attention back to various original projects that can potentially bring in money but that I haven’t been able to devote any attention to while needing to keep my focus such as it is limited to just producing fan content when and where I can since its mostly just mutuals and followers keeping me afloat as is and fan content caters to established fanbases whereas I simply don’t have the time, energy or focus to spare on building a fanbase with original content even though that’s potentially what can net me more money in the longrun, I’m just....stuck on short-run mode, lol. And have been for several years, so we’re talking law of diminishing returns here, as opposed to the expansion packet that original content can potentially reap, so add the frustration of that to ye olde mental/emotional turmoil.

ANYWAY.

Current sources of income other than donation posts are a part time job at a nearby fast food joint for minimum wage (limited hours though because I don’t set the hours and also physical disability makes this pushing it even as is), freelance work ghostwriting (mostly for self-published erotica and romance, though open to anything, please feel free to DM me if you have any potential work here, freelance editing (again mostly for self-published authors as that’s where I have the most contacts but open to anything), cover design (again mostly with self-pub authors but open to other stuff).

Other options I’m looking into to expand my potential income or revenue streams are making a youtube channel with more video essays on a range of topics, TikTok videos of various skits and scenes I’ve written for fandoms I’ve in, developing a Patreon with options for things like input on what output I create in those first two arenas, as well as things like capitalizing on my work history in the publishing and self-publishing industries as well as in Hollywood to step by step show the process of taking an original novel from single logline to fully self-published novel or querying agents in the traditional publishing world as well as mapping out similar journeys/processes in self-producing new media content as an actor or writer hoping to eventually create for film or television, etc.

Like, there’s a lot more I can do or offer there, its just first and foremost I’m hampered by time, energy and productivity constraints brought about by my lack of meds, food, and constantly needing to catch up on rent and insurance before I can even think about actually creating along any of those latter lines because I have to weigh the potential for greater income from longer term projects versus guaranteed income from short term projects of less broad potential but more immediate gains.

Anyway, I just went into detail here in ways I haven’t before hoping to shed a different light on the otherwise sameness of me constantly asking for help for the same thing, but like, please know there’s so much I can do to change my situation and I WANT to do, but there’s simply no way for me TO do that without meeting a certain threshold first, and like....that’s what I’m struggling to reach, month after month. After that? Could be a whole different ball game. 

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[theblackberrygirl]

in honor of mental health awareness month, i’m going to attach some resources on eating disorders and signs to watch for in your friends/family members, as those are the issues that i have the most experience with :)

everyone experiences eating disorders differently. everyone struggling with these disorders deserves love, support, and patience.

(tw from here on out for discussion of eating disorders/ed behaviors. anxiety, vomit, and suicide also mentioned)

i’m not super open about my experiences with eating disorders, however awareness and stuff is important. i’ve struggled and continue to struggle with anorexia (the ‘continue to’ is the hardest part to admit, and one that i didn’t admit until a few months ago). my bad habits spiraled into a full blown disorder when i started middle school. this is pretty common, as pre teens/teenagers, especially girls, are the most common group to develop disorders (this doesn’t mean that people outside of these groups don’t have these issues).

there’s many types of eating disorders, and they aren’t just about wanting to loose weight. they’re actually more about control. if you couldn’t control what was going on around me, you could at least control what i was putting into my body, for example.

these are extremely complex disorders. that’s why they are so, so, so hard to recover from. that’s also why it’s important to recognize them early.

common signs of eating disorders:

anorexia (aka anorexia nervosa)

often cold

paler than normal skin

lethargic/tired

shaky hands

fainting/lightheadedness

anxiety around eating, especially in front of people

bad breath

has often ‘already ate’ or lies about eating

using appetite-curbing products (i don’t want to name a bunch b/c i don’t want to give people ideas, but gum is a well known one)

social withdrawal

body checking (fingers around wrist, feeling for ribs/collarbones, etc)

constant/often discussion of body image/food/weight

significant/quick weight loss **not always. if you are struggling and don’t have this that doesn’t mean you’re not sick/don’t need help**

extreme fear or anxiety around certain foods (also known as fear foods)

label checking

denial of a problem

bulimia

bad breath

yellow teeth

SORE. THROAT.

going to the bathroom immediately after eating

small scrapes/bruising on knuckles (russell’s sign)

guilt around eating

runny nose (due to inflammation/acid that gets into the nose)

similar to anorexia in terms of body checks/withdrawals/anxiety

heavy eyebags

bed (binge eating disorder)

*this one is harder to detect due to the key behaviors often happening in private*

heavy restrictions around eating

guilt around eating

often paired with bulimia or other harmful measures such as laxatives and overexercising, but not always

may have a history of dieting (and mentions things like ‘getting back on track’)

EDNOS (eating disorder not otherwise specified)

this one is basically a mix of all of the above

erratic/inconsistent behavior around food (eating ‘normally’ one day, eating nothing the next, over eating, etc.)

the same general symptoms as the above

ARFID (avoidant-restrictive food intake disorder, aka selective eating disorder)

ARFID is different than the other common EDs on this list

i don’t have much experience with arfid, as i’ve only been close to a few people with it

ARFID is often a co-disorder with OCD or other anxiety disorder that manifests itself in eating

it often forms in childhood around trauma

!!! ARFID HAS NO FEARS OR RELATIONSHIP WITH WEIGHT/BODY IMAGE !!! they’re both restrictive disorders but with different motivations

terror or panic around food

fear of something irrational happening, such as an earthquake

extremely selective with food or outright denial

doesn’t consume enough calories to grow

resources for more information:

NEDA (x)

Center for Discovery (x)

NEDC (x)

other health websites, such as WebMD, Mayo Clinic, etc. however, be careful with organization that don’t specialize in EDs as some of their information can be inaccurate

if your friend/loved one is struggling or might be struggling, i highly recommend the Parent Toolkit from NEDA, even if you’re not a parent! it’s long but well organized (x)

resources to help with diagnosis:

the above resources have tests to assess your symptoms or experiences

if possible, talk to a therapist or counselor (if you’re still a minor: do NOT go to your school counselor. at least in my area, anything REMOTELY resembling an eating disorder is classified as self-harm and they have to calm your parents)

if you need to go to your counselor, but you don’t want your parents/guardian to know, i highly recommend the “my friend” trick. describe what you’re going through but say that your “friend” is going through it instead. refuse to give a name, they can’t make you, and they’ll probably give you resources or advice.

if you’re in school: go to a trusted adult or an older/responsible friend! be cautious with teachers, as they likely fall under the rules listed above, but guidance from someone NOT struggling with similar stuff is very good

resources for support:

NEDA hotline is the best one i’ve found, however they’re currently understaffed so the hotline is not 24/7. call them at 800-931-2237

you can also chat them (their text one is down rn) at www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/chat

Hopeline (general crisis hotline) 1-800-442-4673

NAANAD 1-630-577-1330

Crisis Text Hotline (for my people with phone anxiety) Text CONNECT to 741741

if you feel suicidal, call 1-800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741741

tips on how to support someone with a disorder:

try to promote concepts such as body neutrality and self-acceptance

cut off any conversations promoting/sustaining disordered behaviors. eating disorders are very competitive and discussing how sick you are can be fueling

be patient. if someone is in recovery, remember that relapses happen. just support as best you can

encourage them to get treatment, if possible

if you’re eating together, distract them from the fact that they’re eating. talk to them about hobbies, pets, literally anything non-food related

tips on what NOT to do if someone is struggling/in recovery:

under no circumstances make a comment on their body. even if you think it’s positive. saying “you look healthier” can translate to “i don’t look sick enough to be taken seriously anymore.” saying “you look so thin!” can translate into “this is working.”

similarly, don’t comment on what someone is eating/portion size! if you’re really concerned, discuss it privately afterwards. “is that all you’re eating/you’re really eating all of that?” can make someone self conscious about their food. even more lighthearted ones like “someone’s hungry!” or “you still growing?” are harmful

eating disorders are extremely competitive. never compare people/behaviors. all bodies can have an eating disorder. a lot of people with EDs (especially anorexia) don’t even realize there is an issue for a long time. saying things like “you don’t look anorexic” or “you’re eating so you’re clearly not sick” is fueling this mindset

esp for bulimia- “you shouldn’t do that, it’s bad” WE KNOW THAT

“just eat” not that easy.

“but your weight is normal/restored” again, disorders can exist in all bodies

don’t comment on your body either. again, competition. ppl with EDs always want to be sicker. don’t fuel it. also, you deserve love and support too

“you’re too young for-“ people as young as 7 have been diagnosed with EDs

basically just try not to do anything that compares people or invalidates someone’s sickness. similar to self harm, EDs can also be formed as a way to match the pain on the inside to the outside

you’re going to make mistakes!!! it’s ok!!! just try your best and love and support them as best you can

i see you. you are valid. you and your body deserve love and nourishment and care. i’m so proud of you.

[torturedwarrior]

How to help someone with OCD:

What is OCD (Obsessive- Compulsive Disorder)? Can people with OCD also have panic attacks? Are people with OCD who have unwanted thoughts about hurting someone at risk of acting on their fears? Is compulsive self-damaging behavior a form of OCD?  OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) is a common mental wellbeing disorder capable of influencing people’s thoughts perceptions and behaviors. Not only does the condition impact the person dealing with the disorder. This may also influence his or her friends, family, one’s co-workers, and classmates.

Panic attacks may be found in OCD, but an underlying diagnosis of panic disorder should not be recognized unless the attacks occur out of nowhere. Many OCD patients report the experience of panic attacks after reaction to terrifying stimuli, such as a blood sign of someone with an AIDS addiction. In comparison to the panic disorder, the person in this case is not fearful of the panic attack; he or she is afraid of the consequences of the infection. There appears to be a discussion on the connection between "compulsive" self-damaging habits and OCD compulsions. As present, self-mutilation habits (e.g. extreme nail biting) should not be called compulsions until the diagnosis of OCD is made. Similarly, actions that actually cause physical harm to others are outside the boundaries of OCD.

If they really have OCD, the conclusion is no. Patients with OCD may have unreasonable concerns of acting on aggressive and inappropriate impulses, but they may not act on them. This act of violence is the most abhorrent thing they might picture. When treating an individual with aggressive or terrible feelings, the clinician will determine, based on clinical experience and medical background, whether these experiences are obsessions or part of the fantasy life of a potentially violent person. If this is the above, the patient needs support to regain self-control, not reassurance.

If dealing with any mental health conditions, reading about the disorder is the best place to start. Just because you’ve seen OCD depicted in shows or movies, it doesn’t imply you completely grasp the condition or effect that OCD has on the person with it. “People who live with OCD drag a metal sea anchor around, obsession is a break, a source of drug, not a badge of creativity, a mark of genius or an inconvenient side effect of some greater function.” -David Adam. “It’s like you have two brains- a rational brain and an irrational brain. And they’re constantly fighting.” -Emilie Ford. Like certain conditions, OCD can appear somewhat different from person to person, and keeping the mind open may help to improve the understanding of the disorder. For more knowledge, spend a lot of time listening to your loved one. Try to understand what they might be going through and how OCD makes them feel and act. Obsessions are persistent and uncontrollable feelings or perceptions that give rise to some degree of stress and anxiety, because the feelings are so unpleasant, the person is trying to stop or overcome them with thought or action. At this level, do not try to change their actions or question their way of thinking. Give affection, attention, and compassion to hear about their unique experience and to increasing whatever deception they use to cover up their symptoms.

Compulsions are act’s that people feel compelled to do to regulate obsessions or to avoid obsessions from becoming a reality. The connection between addiction and urge makes sense to the adult, but it may appear unconnected or irrational to an outside.  “It’s like listening to a CD with an invisible scratch.” -Penny Hare. It’s not your job to treat your loved one, you just need to focus on being caring, loving support that they can use in their treatment and recovery. If you try to do too much your loved one could push back. One example is; A person could have obsessions about a loved one getting cancer, so they will create the compulsion of turning on and off a light switch three times to manage the fear. To your loved one, the association is real, but you realize there is no way a light switch could prevent cancer.

Compulsions involve a wide range of repetitive behaviors or mental act like, Checking and double checking, tapping and touching, washing, counting and/or repeating words or phrases to self. Most individuals may have minor obsessions or compulsions, but they can work all day. A major indication of diagnosable OCD is the tendency of an individual to spend large amounts of time on a person’s day. Because of the time needed to complete compulsions, the person may; Fail to complete tasks at home, school, or work, be late to appointments frequently, avoid scheduling events or committing to plans, seem distracted and stressed, and never leave their room or home.

No matter how the OCD of an individual shows, we should always treat them with respect and kindness because we will never know what it is like to deal with this mental illness. This means that we need to be mindful of the terms we use for individuals who have OCD. What we’re doing can either be very hurtful to them. Or it can life them up and encourage them to stay on the road to recovery. Here are eight saying we should not ever say to someone with OCD; One, “I’m so OCD”. Two, “You should just relax”, Three, “But you’re so messy”, Four, “That doesn’t make sense”, Five, “It’s all in your head”, Six, “You don’t look like you have OCD”, Seven, “Can’t you just stop”, and lastly eight, “I do that too, and I don’t have OCD. “It can look like still waters on the outside while a hurricane is swirling in your mind.” -Marcie Barber Phares. “It’s like a broken machine. Thoughts go in your head, get stuck and keeps going around and around.” -Megan Flynn. Most people with OCD fall into one of the following categories: Washers: are afraid of contamination. They usually have cleaning or hand-washing compulsions, Checkers: repeatedly check things (oven turned off, door locked, etc.) that they associate with harm or danger, Doubters and sinners: are afraid that if everything isn’t perfect or done just right something terrible will happen, or they will be punished, Counters and arrangers: are obsessed with order and symmetry. They may have superstitions about certain numbers, colors, or arrangements, Hoarders: fear that something bad will happen if they throw anything away. They compulsively hoard things that they don’t need or use. They may also suffer from other disorders, such as depression, PTSD, compulsive buying, kleptomania, ADHD, skin picking, or tic disorders.

Some thoughts and behaviors people think or do who have OCD. Common obsessive thoughts in OCD include: Fear of being contaminated by germs or dirt or contaminating others, Fear of losing control and harming yourself or others, Intrusive sexually explicit or violent thoughts and images, Excessive focus on religious or moral ideas, Fear of losing or not having things you might need, Order and symmetry: the idea that everything must line up “just right”, Superstitions; excessive attention to something considered lucky or unlucky. Common compulsive behaviors in OCD include: Excessive double-checking of things, such as locks, appliances, and switches, Repeatedly checking in on loved ones to make sure they’re safe, Counting, tapping, repeating certain words, or doing other senseless things to reduce anxiety, Spending a lot of time washing or cleaning, Ordering or arranging things “just so”, Praying excessively or engaging in rituals triggered by religious fear, Accumulating “junk” such as old newspapers or empty food containers. The way you react to your loved one's symptoms of OCD can have a major impact on their outlook and recovery. Negative comments or criticism can make OCD worse, while a calm, supportive environment can help to improve treatment results.

Avoid making personal criticisms. Remember, your loved one’s OCD behaviors are symptoms, not character flaws, don’t scold someone with OCD or tell them to stop performing rituals. They can’t comply, and the pressure to stop will only make the behaviors worse, Be as kind and patient as possible. Each sufferer needs to overcome problems at their own pace. Praise any successful attempt to resist OCD, and focus attention on positive elements in the person’s life, Do not play along with your loved one’s rituals. Going along with your loved one’s OCD “rules,” or helping with their compulsions or rituals will only reinforce the behavior. Support the person, not their compulsions, Keep communication positive and clear. Communication is important so you can find a balance between supporting your loved one and standing up to the OCD symptoms and not further distressing your loved one, Find the humor. Laughing together over the funny side and absurdity of some OCD symptoms can help your loved one become more detached from the disorder. Just make sure your loved one feels respected and in on the joke, don’t let OCD take over family life. Sit down as a family and decide how you will work together to tackle your loved one’s symptoms. Try to keep family life as normal as possible and the home a low-stress environment.

                                             Work Cited:

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When you’re addicted to alcohol, the idea of quitting is often overwhelming – especially when you think about going through withdrawal. One of the first questions that may cross your mind is, “do I need medical detox or can I safely detox on my own/at home?”Whether you should seek treatment when detoxing from alcohol depends on a number of different factors, including how long you’ve been drinking, how often you drink, other co-occurring disorders (such as anxiety or depression), how many times you’ve tried to quit, and more.

Even if you haven’t been drinking for very long, detox symptoms can change quickly and may cause serious medical complications. However, for some people, detoxing at home is their only chance at getting clean. Most people who detox at home quit cold turkey, but some choose the tapering off method instead.

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If you feel that detoxing at home is right for you, it’s critical that you do it safely, have a support system to rely on, and focus on staying healthy (what is medical detox like). For heavy drinkers, alcohol withdrawal is potentially life-threatening. Alcohol withdrawal can begin as early as two hours after your last drink, continue for weeks, and range from mild anxiety and shakiness to seizures and delirium tremens (DTs).

Some of the most common alcohol detox symptoms include:ShakinessSweatingMild anxietyNauseaVomitingHeadacheInsomniaMood swingsDepressionFatigueClammy or pale skinDilated pupilsRapid heart rateLoss of appetiteDelirium tremens is a severe form of alcohol withdrawal and involves sudden and severe mental or nervous system changes. Delirium tremens typically occurs when you stop drinking alcohol after a period of heavy drinking, especially if you don’t eat enough food during that time (what is medical detox like).

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It may also be caused by a head injury, infection, or illness in people with a history of alcohol abuse. Symptoms typically occur 48 to 96 hours after your last drink, but they may not surface until seven to 10 days later. The most common symptoms of delirium tremens include:Body tremorsChanges in mental functionAgitation or irritabilityConfusion or disorientationDecreased attention spanDeep sleep that lasts for several daysDeliriumExcitementFearHallucinationsIncreased activityQuick mood changesRestlessness.

Most common in people with past complications from alcohol withdrawal. Typically categorized as generalized tonic-clonic seizures. Attending a treatment program is always recommended when detoxing from alcohol, but it’s especially beneficial for people with severe addictions or those who haven’t been able to successfully detox on their own in the past.

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Each type of program has its own set of pros and cons, and ultimately, it’s your decision as to what program is right for you. Inpatient Treatment:Inpatient treatment is most frequently recommended for people who have been drinking for a long time or who consumed excessive amounts of alcohol throughout their addiction.

Should you need it, a doctor can prescribe you medications that help you safely manage your withdrawal symptoms. Another benefit of inpatient treatment is that you’ve removed from your old environment, temptations, triggers, and negative influences. For some people, it’s difficult to be away from home, especially if you have a strong support system (what is medical detox).

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Outpatient Treatment: If your addiction isn’t as severe, outpatient treatment is another option. Outpatient detox consists of visiting a treatment facility on a regular basis as you’re detoxing from alcohol. However, for the majority of the time, you’ll detox at home. When you visit the treatment facility, you may be prescribed medications that help manage withdrawal symptoms.

Peer support. A safe and structured environment. Relapse prevention. Therapeutic intervention. Family support. Continued, long-term treatment (aftercare). At the end of the day, only you can decide whether detoxing at home or entering an addiction treatment facility is right for you. However, entering an inpatient or outpatient treatment program is highly recommended and allows you to safely detox from alcohol while giving you the best chance at success in recovery.

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Have you ever heard a person with substance use disorder or alcoholic say they wish they were sober but they physically can’t quit drinking or using? It’s not just another lie. After prolonged periods of drinking and using drugs, the human body can become physically dependent on the substances—toxic is the new normal.

What Is A Medical Detox

This is where a medically supervised detox like the program offered at the world-renowned Transformations Treatment Center comes in. In addition to protecting people from the various life-threatening medical issues they could encounter during untreated withdrawal, a medical detox program can also facilitate a comfortable transition into rehab. This is because medically supervised detox, though beneficial and almost always necessary, is not the end of addiction treatment.

So, what is a medically supervised detox? It is a clinical setting with doctors and nurses available around the clock to monitor a person’s withdrawal from drugs and/or alcohol. Sometimes detox includes administering medication, but the specifics vary widely according to the individual and the substances used. There is never a guarantee that a person will be safe or comfortable during detox, it is often a painful process.

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Under a physician’s care, individuals are monitored for signs of hallucinations, scevere anxiety and cardiovascular distress. A whole range of medications may be used to manage symptoms like high blood pressure, nausea, vomiting or anxiety. Anticonvulsants might also be provided, depending on personal history. Why is it necessary to detox under a physicians care? Withdrawal is one of the most dangerous times in a person’s recovery.

Treatment should always start with medically supervised detox or the professional treatment of withdrawal symptoms and be followed by a structured plan of therapy to treat the underlying causes of addiction. Alcohol, opiate, prescription drug and stimulant withdrawal can all cause symptoms that may be life threatening. what is medical detox from alcohol. Side effects associated with opioids, hallucinogens and marijuana abuse can lead to mental health problems and relapse as a result of severe symptoms.

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According to the National Library of Medicine, delirium tremens, or DTs, the severe and life-threatening form of alcohol withdrawal, “involves sudden and severe mental or nervous system changes” that often cannot be predicted in time for the individual to reach the appropriate detox program, if they are not already in it - how much cilantro to detox medical medium.

What Medications Are Used In Medical Detox

For many types of substance abuse, depression is a severe symptom of detox and can sometimes accompany other mental disorders, like anxiety, paranoia and OCD that will require long-term treatment. Whether these issues were present before the substance abuse started or they are a result of withdrawal, treating these disorders is an essential part of the healing process and can reduce the risk of relapse.

When Do You Need Medical Detox From Alcohol

What Is Medical Stablization Detox

Aside from the many dangers associated with drug withdrawal and its different symptoms, relapse is another possible complication that can even become deadly. If a person relapses back to drug abuse during or after withdrawal, their tolerance usually isn’t the same as it once was. This can lead them to miscalculate the amount of drugs they need to take and puts them at significant risk for an overdose.

In general, withdrawal brings troubled sleep, irritability, anxiety, headaches, cravings, sweating, chills, a depressive state and insomnia. Even if they are not life threatening, these symptoms can be disruptive enough that the individual may have a difficult time being fully functional for several days. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the withdrawal timeline typically begins one day after the last intake of the drug.

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The withdrawal timeline will continue for up to two weeks while the symptoms slowly fade. On day one of detox, the first symptoms appear immediately after the active molecules of the substances have been processed - how to detox from alcohol without medical help. The body expects another dose, having learned to rely on a regular supply. Not receiving the drugs, the body’s expected chemical balance is disrupted.

The most common symptom of withdrawal is insomnia. Insomnia can manifest itself as restlessness and difficulty falling asleep, a complete failure to sleep or waking up regularly during the night. During the early stages of detox, people may also experience very vivid dreams or nightmares, which can make relaxation and recovery at night very difficult.

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Treating Social Anxiety Disorder with Mindfulness

It’s completely normal to feel anxious in social situations. Be it giving a speech or talking on the phone, social anxiety affects a surprisingly large percentage of the population. However, when one experiences considerable distress and an impaired ability to function in parts of their daily life, it is likely they will be diagnosed as social anxiety disorder.1

Many people with social anxiety disorder do not know that they have it. They may recognize that there is something “wrong,” but do not know what it is or what to do about it. This is where mindfulness can help. By being mindful, aware of the present moment, one can identify that they feel “some kind of way.” Through practice, rather than being self-critical, or judgmental of the anxiety-provoking situation, one can learn to accept things as they are rather than the way they “ought to be.” This, in turn, can lead to an increase in self-compassion and the reduction of social anxiety symptoms.

What is Social Anxiety Disorder?

Social anxiety disorder is generally understood to be characterized by a marked fear of situations in which there is potential for embarrassment or humiliation in front of others. It is important to note, it is merely the ‘potential’ for embarrassment or humiliation, not necessarily any actual negative experience. It is this fear that makes social anxiety disorder so insidious.

Social Anxiety Disorder Symptoms

The symptoms of social anxiety disorder are generally triggered by two main social categories: performance situations and interpersonal interactions. Performance situations are where people feel they are being observed by others. Situations such as public speaking, eating in front of others, and using a public washroom can all be triggering to someone who suffers from social anxiety disorder.

Interpersonal interactions are those where people are interacting with another person. Interactions such as talking to friends or co-workers, dating or even ordering food at a restaurant can also be extremely triggering.

When triggered by one of these social situations, an individual with social anxiety disorder may experience physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms. Physical symptoms may include rapid heartbeat, stomach issues, shaking or trembling, excessive sweating and blushing. Emotional symptoms may include extreme fear and anxiety, nervousness, panic attacks and body dysmorphia (particularly concerning the face). Behavioral symptoms include avoidance of social situations, refraining from social activities due to fear of potential embarrassment, isolating oneself and excessive alcohol and substance abuse.

Age of Onset

Social anxiety disorder has a relatively early age of onset. Symptoms generally manifest at around 13 years of age.2 A significant number of people who develop social anxiety disorder in adolescence recover before reaching adulthood. That being said, only about half of those with the disorder ever seek treatment. Moreover, those who do seek treatment, generally only do so after experiencing symptoms for 15-20 years. There are several explanations for an individual to not seek professional help: feelings of embarrassment or fear, a feeling that their shyness is part of their personality, or ironically, a function of the disorder itself.3

Prevalence of Social Anxiety Disorder

Social anxiety disorder is one of the most common anxiety disorders in Canada.4 About 7.1% of adults in the U.S. had social anxiety disorder in the past year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Lifetime prevalence rates of up to 12% have been reported, compared to lifetime prevalence estimates of 6% for generalized anxiety disorder, 5% for panic disorder, 7% for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and 2% for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).3

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s moment-by-moment awareness, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and surrounding environment, in a gentle, non-judgmental way.

It is important to note, that mindfulness involves a sense of acceptance. That is, paying attention to thoughts and feelings without judging them — without believing, for instance, that there’s a “right” or “wrong”, “good” or “bad” way to think or feel in a given moment.

Though mindfulness has its roots in Buddhism, secular mindfulness has become popular in the West due in part to the work of Jon Kabat-Zinn and his Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program developed during the late-1970s.

How to Practice Mindfulness?

The practice of mindfulness is not overly difficult. The real work is remembering to practice. There are many ways to practice mindfulness, and below is a short practice to help get you started.

Take a seat – Find a place to sit that feels safe, calm and quiet.

Set a time limit – It can help to choose a short time, such as 5 or 10 minutes.

Notice your body – Notice how your body feels against the chair or cushion. Notice any aches or pains. Notice any need to fidget.

Follow your breath – Follow the sensation of your breath as it goes out and as it goes in.

Notice when your mind has wandered – Your mind will wander; it’s what minds do. Your attention will leave the sensations of the breath and wander to other places. When you notice this, in a few seconds or a few minutes, simply return your attention to the breath.

Be kind to your wandering mind – Try not to judge yourself or obsess over the content of the thoughts you find yourself lost in. Just come back to the breath and start again.

Mindfulness is essentially the practice of paying attention to the present moment — thoughts, feelings and physical sensations. With practice, one can learn to gain psychological “distance” from their worries and negative emotions, seeing them as an observer, rather than being engrossed with them.1 As one gets better at recognizing unhelpful thoughts, uncomfortable emotions and/or sensations as they arise, they will also get better at choosing how they react, or not react, to said thoughts and sensations.

How can Mindfulness be Used to Treat Social Anxiety Disorder?

Through the practice of mindfulness, one can learn to notice their “social” discomfort arising. For example, in a social situation, someone with social anxiety may be reluctant to join a conversation or make a phone call for fear of being judged or criticized. They may begin thinking, “Everyone thinks I’m stupid.” Their heart rate may increase and they may begin to sweat. Through the practice of mindfulness, the person may be able to recognize these thoughts as unhelpful and as merely thoughts, which may or may not be true. With practice, the person may be able to accept these thoughts as fleeting, return to the breath and try to calm down. At this point, the person may be able to join the conversation or make the phone call.

It must be emphasized that mindfulness is practice. The same way one cannot expect themselves to be able to play Mozart’s Symphony No. 5 on their first try, it is the same with using mindfulness to treat social anxiety disorder. Mindfulness needs to be practiced to become well-versed at the practice. Accepting the fact that overcoming social anxiety is hard, and will probably be hard for a while, is part of the practice. Through acceptance, a sense of self-compassion may also arise — “I have these negative thoughts about myself. I may not like them, but for now, it is part of me, my experience. I am okay, experiencing social anxiety doesn’t lessen my self-worth.”

Social anxiety disorder is a very common anxiety disorder that affects approximately 7% of Canadians as well as 7% of Americans every year. It can be treated using a variety of methods. Mindfulness is one of the most efficacious. It is essentially paying attention to present moment thoughts and sensations. By practicing mindfulness regularly, one can begin to reduce the anxiety felt in social environments, be it in performance situations or interpersonal interactions.

The practice itself is not difficult, however, remembering to do so can be. This is a good reason why it is important to establish a regular practice: notice the discouraging thought, accepting that one is experiencing social anxiety, coming back to the breath, letting go of the discouraged, starting again. This is the practice.

References:

National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health (UK). Social Anxiety Disorder: Recognition, Assessment and Treatment. Leicester (UK): British Psychological Society; 2013. (NICE Clinical Guidelines, No. 159.) 2, SOCIAL ANXIETY DISORDER. Retrieved from: https://ift.tt/2pMINz2

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The good & bad of fear, the running & the rising

There are two meanings apparently to fear 1. Is to forget everything and run or 2. Face everything and rise. I've ran for years so many years, I'm told this is because that's what my mother used to do . But I've ran for so many reasons, I started emotionally running away when I was 12 and began self harming. Then I physically started running away from home soon after. I'd forget time and time again who I am and where I'm from and to stand up straight and bare the consequences. Family lives are private, it's not the norm to talk about what goes on behind closed doors or how we function or dysfunction as a family unit. I have been reminded continuously that the decisions I make for Ollie and I and my parenting are consequences I will have to live with for the rest of my life. I believe that also includes my choice to over expose our journey knowing full well he will be able to access this and his friends and family when he's older through social media. So do I dare speak up and speak out about the sexual abuse? The time I was so financially ruined I turned to stripping? The resentment the self loathing. Do I speak up and deal with the consequences of that I went over 48 hours without eating and relying on my medication to keep me stable whilst I try find support services away from my family and stress and plan over and over ways to provide for Ollie and I once my maternity leave ends in March. There are rules, there are games I don't often abide by the rules or play the game fairly, leaving me to be on the outside. I cry, I swear, I say fuck you and get back up and try again. I'm not a quitter even when all I want to do is curl up in a ball and have my hair stroked and told how everything will be ok. My upbringing on both sides of my family was a crazy mess in two very different ways. My life has been continually assessed by professional psychiatrists and counsellors as "traumatic and survival not living". Survival makes me think I'm this lioness out for the hunt somedays other days it feels like I'm this washed up bogan of a shambles who keeps her cereal and crisps in the same cupboard as her dresses and skirts. My fear of rising and doing my best to not emotionally damage Ollie is insane. Apparently though so long as you're bonding, caring and being proactive just 30% of the time your small human should pull through emotionally un fucked up. 👌🏼 I like to remind myself of that 30% when my child is screaming, he's sleeping but I'm not because I'm a paranoid anxious Mama bear. I'm really trying to focus on Ollie and absorb the preciousness of maternity leave to the point I've switched him to cloth nappies to help him on the hot days at home and learning his body clock and his cues and needs. Mornings for someone who is hands down NOT a morning person are my fave with Ollie we co-sleep in bed from around 5am after the 4:30am feed, and he just lays there all set up next to me snoozing ever so sweetly that my heart just bursts and in this fleeting moment I'm like please don't ever grow up, I wants another mini. Then my ovaries practically kick me painfully back to pregnancy and childbirth, those first weeks, Months, pain, tears, drama and I'm like no thank you one wee gang member is enough. So I face those feelings of fear of all my self doubt as a mother a semi functioning human and I rise. His sweet smile washes me with calm. Having fear and forgetting everything and running isn't often a bad thing though, I practice this daily like spontaneous late afternoon beach hangs some sunscreen no swimmers and running down to the ocean with my singlet only butt naked child into the ocean. Laughing away as we lap up the salty goodness of the ocean bent over with my gorgeous granny panties hanging out and running from and forgetting all the fear of judgement and just being in that moment, Running wild and free. That's the positive I find somedays in forgetting everything and running is that we just go off on these beautiful adventures. Im sure there's mental health critics reading this going fuck she's showing signs of manic depression right now or delusional behaviour. But I'm just being me. Clinical shit and meds aside, sometimes the forgetting brings peace. The running brings strength. I am not a manipulating human being nor am I as recently asked "a two faced cunt and that's how I've been living my whole life?" I am me, not soul searching, down to earth organic free range egg eating yogi, more like an assortment of jelly babies, that listens to slipknot whilst breathing and doing a mid morning yoga stretch. I buy homebrand food but love to go out for brekky on the weekends to whole foods cafes. I believe in Crystal and holistic healing but I also love my saving grace Valium. I use cloth nappies but I obsessively bleach my bathroom twice a week, dettol wipe down everything to hospital grade clean despite the environment. I'm not unbreakable, I'm emotional, scared, twisted and broken. Torn and confused. But every morning I flip the bird to Satan and say not today satan not today, and persevere in some weird and wonderfully OCD routined way. I pretty much practice insomnia like a yoga class as I toss and turn at night chanting to myself sleep Mama bear sleep. This journeys wild and I draw outside the lines. But I am so proud of me for being here, being present and not giving up. So when your day is shit just say fuck it only the good die young so I've got plenty of days to make up for this shitty one 😉 Laugh as loud and freely as you can wild child's.