2006-09-15 05:05:57 · 10 answers · asked by fletch 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
There are quite a few alternatives. Check out the link below for some thoughts.
2006-09-15 05:24:29 · answer #1 · answered by Lys 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes but remember on the whole herbal preparations etc tend to take a little longer to work. Herbal tablets with Valerian in help the system cope with stress and anxiety. Vitamin B- Complex helps build up the nervous system. It may also be an idea to check out Dr Bach's Flower Essences which are safe to take and for some reason seem to work well with emotional problems. However if you are feeling really bad get professional help whether alternative or ask your Dr. to recommend a counselor.
2006-09-15 05:13:20 · answer #2 · answered by scribbleri 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A drug whether it's a prescription or not is still a drug. People tend to make the assumption that because it's found in nature that it's not a drug.
I don't see the problem with taking a prescription medication your doctor gave you...& this question would depend on the level of your anxiety.
I wouldn't want to be experimenting too much if you're seriously ill.
2006-09-15 05:18:00 · answer #3 · answered by Ivyvine 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take your daily vitamins and eat a regular healthy balanced diet. cut out all caffeine and sugar from your diet (both are addictive substances that can cause anxiety and lots off excess energy that is going to wind you up). those are the best things you can do for your body and your health, physical and mental.
i have also found that exercise does wonders for burning off excess energy and anxiety. try to do at least 20 minutes a day of some kind of exercise, at least three days a week. it will really make a difference.
2006-09-15 05:23:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First thing you can do, is get rid of ANY caffeine in your diet. Caffeine is a stimulant and it will only make you feel worse.
As for herbs, Kaba and Valerian have had some positive effects in managing anxiety.
Lastly, exercise! get the happy hormones (endorphins) pumping. That's the safest, most effective way to manage anxiety and stress.
2006-09-15 05:11:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Certainly there are many mental exercises which can alleviate anxiety condition without drugs. Of course, proper guidance is necessary
2006-09-15 05:11:05 · answer #6 · answered by nomedicationman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
st. john's wort...herbal...they use it alot in europe instead of prescription drugs...follow label instructions if it doesn't help then seek a doc's advice. also if you are taking any other meds or having surgery you will have to info them you're taking this.
2006-09-15 05:09:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I tried the herbal route. It didnt help enough so I finally resorted to meds. I am much better.
2006-09-15 17:38:11 · answer #8 · answered by jenn87 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried meditation or yoga?
2006-09-15 05:14:11 · answer #9 · answered by shermynewstart 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
canceling can help
2006-09-15 05:12:53 · answer #10 · answered by fancey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋