The article “Men’s health: Preventing your top 10 threats” (2009), by the Mayo staff clinic, reports that threats to men’s health are mostly preventable. Number one of the list is heart disease, and the list of suggestions includes not smoking, physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight and drinking in moderation. Number two is lung cancer, and of course, not smoking and using tobacco products, along with avoiding second smoke is recommended. In the other preventable threats, not smoking and exercising is a repeated suggestion.
Members, you’re all improving your life in some way, shape or form. Through your journey, have you considered your overall health? Is your overall well being important to you or are you content with focusing on the problem you are currently tackling.
Fact: Some people during a panic attack believe they are going to "lose control." Presumably, they mean that they would either become totally paralyzed or not be able to move, or that they would not know what they are doing.
Helena, Health Educator
Helena, Health Educator
Hi Brightsunnyday,
Thank you for writing.
From what I understand, you’ve seen numerous mental health professionals and have tried many types of medication in you life. You have expressed your frustration with not being given a clear diagnosis or cure. Your current frustration is that you are located in rural Canada, and you have limited access to health professionals. When you can see them, your experiences with them have been frustrating and unhelpful. They have either told you not to worry or have not understood your role as a new mother.
What do you think is the cause of your mood changes? What does your intuition tell you? You know yourself better than anyone else, and can be your best resource.
I understand that you’ve used the depression website, and the tools, but you have not been able to come to an understanding of the cause of your mood changes
I would encourage you to be patient with yourself. Coming to an understanding of what triggers your feelings of changes in mood can take a while. The answers are often complex, and may not be immediately apparent. There is always hope. Moments of insight come at different and unscheduled times. The most important thing is that you are aware of your changes in mood and you are seeking answers.
What is one thing you have learned about yourself and your moods?
In addition, congratulate yourself for all the positives actions you are taking in your life. You are eating well, exercising and independently tracking your moods. This is a lot of work to do while raising children and you should be proud of yourself.
Also, is there any way you can travel to see a health professional?
Finding a good mental health professional can take time. It can be frustrating and discouraging at times, but I encourage you to find a professional who is a good fit.
Members, can you provide your own experiences with finding a mental health professional that is right for you?
Helena, Health Educator
