Tess February 28th, 2006
“Many doctors and psychiatrists prescribe synthetic anti-depressants for children with Depression or other developmental disorders.
While these medications certainly do have their place, it is my experience that they are significantly over prescribed, without first investigating more natural and equally effective alternatives.
It is alarming to see how many children are on a cocktail of prescription scheduled anti-depressants and psycho-stimulants. Often the drugs cause more complications than the original problem itself.
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Tess February 28th, 2006
What causes headaches and Migraines?
Doctors have different theories about the causes of migraines and headaches. Most doctors agree, however, that they have multiple causes and that it is important to do a thorough examination if you have recurring headaches.
Here are a few of the most common causes:
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Tess February 23rd, 2006
WASHINGTON (AP)— Twenty-five people died suddenly and another 54 suffered serious cardiovascular problems after taking drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder between 1999 and 2003, the government says.
Children accounted for 19 of the deaths and 26 of the cases of nonfatal cardiovascular problems, including heart attack, stroke, hypertension, palpitations and arrhythmia, according to a Food and Drug Administration report.
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Tess February 16th, 2006
Why should the guys have all the fun?
So many companies Focus on male sexual health and ignore the needs of women. Remember that the word ‘aphrodisia′ comes from “Aphrodite” the name of the Greek goddess of love! Now you can get in touch with your passionate self with Thanda Passion for Women.
What is Thanda Passion Booster for women?
Specially formulated by a Clinical Psychologist for maximum strength, Thanda is a powerful tonic for female sexual health, containing a range of specially selected remedies from Africa and the Orient.
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Tess February 14th, 2006
Are psychiatric drugs the only alternative for depression and Anxiety?
Fortunately not!
Depression is not a new disorder - people have been suffering from the symptoms of Depression for thousands of years!
This means that practitioners of traditional healing and natural medicine have a wealth of knowledge and a long history of treatment from which to draw.
Michele Carelse, our Clinical Psychologist, has had many years of experience treating people with Depression.
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Tess February 9th, 2006
Materials Needed:
* 7-10 Cotton Balls
* 1-4″ square of cloth-or netting
* Essential Oil-or your favorite Fragrance Oil
* Ribbon
Gather the cotton balls together squeezing them into the palm of your hand. Place onto a paper towel With an eye dropper, drop about 15 drops of your favorite essential oil onto the cotton balls turning as you go. Place cotton balls in the center of the 4″ piece of cloth, gathering the ends together, tie with a ribbon. There you have it.
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Tess February 9th, 2006
by Tess Thompson
Although there is controversy surrounding them, stimulants are still the most commonly prescribed type of medication for children with ADD and ADHD. The Drug Enforcement Agency says that stimulant drug production has increased 500 percent since 1991, and over half of the prescriptions for them are written by pediatricians. Stimulants are often effective in treating many of the symptoms of ADD — but are they the best ADD treatment for your child? Many parents are concerned about the side effects stimulants can produce and choose to investigate other options like behavioral therapy and herbal supplements as well. When it comes to making a decision that affects your child’s health, having the facts is essential.
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Tess February 7th, 2006
by Tess Thompson
If you are like many parents, deciding how best to medicate your child for ADHD is not an easy task. Along with the increased prescription of stimulant drugs for children has come a heightened awareness of the risks these medications can pose, and more and more parents are searching for natural alternatives. According to the Drug Enforcement Agency, the manufacture of stimulant drugs has increased by more than 500 percent since 1991, and over 50 percent of the prescriptions for these drugs are written by pediatricians. Unsurprisingly, these alarming statistics have raised questions about whether some doctors and parents are too quick to medicate children, and whether it might be worthwhile to try homeopathic remedies for ADHD before turning to stimulant drugs.
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Tess February 2nd, 2006
The holidays are approaching. Another year has blown by. Our children have grown miraculously before our eyes. As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, we pause to reflect on our blessings - what we’re thankful for. For many of us, we struggle with the concept of blessings as it requires that we take a long hard look at our lives and acknowledge our strengths, as well as our struggles.
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Tess February 2nd, 2006
Many people think ADHD is a recent “fad,” a new diagnosis. Nothing could be farther from the truth.
In 1845, Dr. Heinrich Hoffman, a physician who wrote books on medicine and psychiatry, wrote an illustrated book of children’s poetry about children and their characteristics. “The Story of Fidgety Philip” was a portraite of an ADHD boy.
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