Treating Anxiety Disorders The following complementary and alternative practices are currently used to treat anxiety and anxiety disorders: • Stress and Relaxation Techniques Studies have suggested that relaxation may assist in the treatment of phobias or panic disorder. Relaxation techniques have also been used to relieve anxiety for people in stressful situations and they were more effective than no treatment for depression, but not as effective as cognitive-behavioral therapy. • Yoga Yoga, which combines physical postures, breathing exercises, meditation, and a distinct philosophy, is one of the top ten CAM practices. • Acupuncture Evidence for the use of acupuncture – the Chinese practice of inserting needles into the body at specific points to manipulates the bodys flow of energy – to treat anxiety disorders is becoming stronger. • Kava A plant found in the South Pacific, kava has been shown to be safe and effective in treating anxiety and improving mood. Prescribed in tablet form, it has also had a positive impact on reducing depression levels. However in 2010 a doctor at Saint Louis University found no evidence that kava extract and other natural treatments were effective in fighting the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Source: adaa.org/finding-help/treatment/complementary-alternative-treatment
Posted on: Sun, 28 Sep 2014 01:00:01 +0000
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