Seeking treatment for anxiety & depression

The first step is to acknowledge that you have a problem. People afflicted with panic, social anxiety, etc. are fully aware that something is wrong. 

The next step is to confirm it by a professional psychiatrist A combination of medication and therapy is recommended. There are also natural treatments with few or no side effects.



Steps to take to seek treatment

Software to help manage anxiety

Software Downloads to help manage anxiety and mood disorders

• Anxiety Diary


• Panic Attack Anxiety Meter


• MB Bipolar Disorder Assessment Test


• Diagnostic Screening Tests for depression or anxiety


• Joe Barry Panic Away


• Public Speaking - Overcome your fear of public speaking with hypnosis. for iPhone


• Bipolar Bear for iPhone


• Therapy worksheets downloads


• Stress reducing Audio downloads

Quiz for anxiety or depression

Self Test Quiz
Here are some links to anxiety quizzes. ( Useful to check whether you could have a problem.
Should not replace a diagnosis):

Anxiety Quiz
Depression Quiz
ADHD Quiz
Aspergers Quiz
Bipolar Quiz
Panic Attack Quiz
Social Anxiety Quiz
Obsessive Compulsive Quiz

Further Natural Treatments

Here are some other natural remedies for anxiety and depression:
SAM-e : It is a natural chemical useful in treating depression.  Raises serotonin and dopamine. 

Kava-Kava: A herb useful for anxiety, social anxiety and insomnia. Can have interactions or side effects.
 

Ginseng: An ayurvedic herb useful for anxiety, social anxiety, depression and insomnia.

Source: http://differentminds.zxq.net/

Natural Anxiety Treatment

Passion Flower: A herb useful for anxiety, social anxiety and insomnia. It is sometimes used to replace benzodiazepines.

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Chamomile: A herb useful for anxiety, social anxiety and insomnia

Omega-3 fatty acids: These are derived from fish oils. Useful for depression and attention deficits.