Episode 044 Intro to Action Plans and Managing Stress Workbook

There are all kinds of action plans for business, creativity and goals. In this episode a look at what is an action plan and an overview on how to make one that fits your needs.





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Resources Mentioned:

• Action Planning for Prevention and  Recovery https://store.samhsa.gov/shin/content/SMA-3720/SMA-3720.pdf 
• Short Action Plan from Self Care Vibes http://selfcarevibes.tumblr.com/post/141377225282/action-plans-for-changing-habits
• Developing An Action Plan for Self-Care http://www.stmichaelshospital.com/pdf/programs/mast/mast-session4.pdf
•  Managing Stress Workbook - http://www.prevention.va.gov/mpt/2013/docs/managestressworkbook_dec2013.pdf
  

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Episode 043 Resources, Brochures and Worksheets

Burning oil at both ends of the candle is never a good idea but until they make 72 hour weekends I gotta do what I can. But I got a great idea, I'm a PDF junkie so I got stuff.




This episode touches on anxiety, panic disorder, teen LGBTQ resources, hording and OCD portable document files that can be downloaded and read at your leisure.

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Resources Mentioned:

• Anxiety BC Panic Disorder Guide https://www.anxietybc.com/sites/default/files/adult_hmpanic.pdf
• Mental Health America Self-Help Tools Page http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/self-help-tools
• Every Mind Matters LGBTQ Brochure on Mental Health Myths and Truths http://www.eachmindmatters.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/LGBTQ-Mental-Health-Booklet_FINAL.pdf
• Hoarding Fact Sheet from International OCD Foundation https://iocdf.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Hoarding-Fact-Sheet.pdf
• American Psychiatric Association Brochure on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder http://www.activeminds.org/storage/documents/2015_conference_docs/OCD_Brochure.pdf
• National Institute of Mental Health Brochure on PTSD http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-easy-to-read/ptsd-etr-web_38054.pdf

 

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Episode 042 Generalized Anxiety Disorder and What's Up App

One of the most common anxiety disorder is on that get the short end of the stick when it comes to recognition. Nobody wants to admit that they may have an anxiety condition.

With Generalized Anxiety Disorder it is kinda hard to pin down exactly what it is or how it travels though your system.





There are commonalities, like excessive worrying and muscle tension. If you are curious or what to get an understanding this is an introductory for newbies and those that love them.

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 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Anxiety and Depression Association of America http://www.adaa.org
• Helpguide.org page on Anxiety Disorders http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/anxiety-attacks-and-anxiety-disorders.htm
• National Institute for Mental Health Brochure on GAD http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad/index.shtml
• Harvard Health Blog on Managing Worry in GAD and Worry http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/managing-worry-in-generalized-anxiety-disorder-201602179172
• Coping with Stress and Anxiety via Harvard Publishing http://www.health.harvard.edu/special-health-reports/coping-with-anxiety-and-stress-disorders
• University of Pennsylvania Penn Behavioral Health Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety page on GAD http://www.med.upenn.edu/ctsa/general_anxiety_symptoms.html
• What's Up App for Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jacksontempra.apps.whatsup
• What's Up App for iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/en/app/whats-up/id968251160?mt=8
  

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Episode 041 Walgreens Mental Health Portal

So much to cover and so little time. In case you haven't heard it is Mental Health Month 2016.

There have been 49 of them so far but it takes a lot to drag a country out of the stone age. In this week's episode is a look at items in the news and the Walgreens Mental Health portal.





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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Kristen Bell's interview via about her anxiety and depression via Off Camera https://youtu.be/mYUQ_nlZgWE
• Faith Based Treatment Goes unregulated in Iowa http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/investigations/readers-watchdog/2016/05/07/spencer-suicide-attempt-raises-questions-faith-based-treatment/83394942/
• Walgreens Pharmacy Mental Health Portal http://www.walgreens.com/health/mental-health/3200001Walgreens Mental Health Portal
• Mental Health America Screening Tools for Mental Health Conditions http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/mental-health-screening-tool
• Breakthrough How It Works https://www.breakthrough.com/how-it-works
• Breakthrough Terms of Service Page https://www.breakthrough.com/how-it-works/terms
  

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Un-Hush Your Mouth Mental Health Month 2016

It is a time of recognition. Personally I think the whole dang country has gone crazy so anything that would help to re-calibrate a nation is jake by me.

This is a big honking poster about having, dealing and communicating to others about having an anxiety disorder. In addition to the resources given I also want to give a shout out to newbies to visit www.adaa.org and www.helpguide.org for viable information.

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Episode 040 Emotional Regulation and Part Two of Herbal Supplements

There is a very good article that I mention in the podcast from Psychology Today by Tom Bunn - if there is a possibility of childhood trauma as one of the sources of your anxiety or panic condition I would suggest you check it out.

This episode is part two of botanicals and herbal supplements; it is an introduction to the topic with links to U.S. governmental type resources and a Canadian one. One is simplified and the other gives the details and possible side effects.




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Resources Mentioned:

• Psychology Today article on Emotional Regulation by Tom Bunn https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/conquer-fear-flying/201603/emotional-regulation-is-there-app
• National Center for Complementary and Integrated Health - Herbs at a Glance https://nccih.nih.gov/health/herbsataglance.htm
• Health Canada’s Natural Health Products Ingredients page http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monosReq.do?lang=eng&monotype=single
• National Institutes of Health’s Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine website: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/supplements/wiseuse.htm  
• BoironUSA for Homeopathic Medicine and their product catalog.http://www.boironusa.com
• Hyland’s Homeopathic medicine for stress and sleep http://www.hylands.com/products/stress-and-sleep

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Episode 039 Botanicals Herbal Supplements for Anxiety Conditons - Part 1

Natural doesn't mean it is automatically safe. And if you have on going medical issues or are on medication you want to be super careful before you sip on some strange brew.

Trying out a new audio player. It is good to try out new things but with Botanicals and Herbal Supplements you want to be extra careful.






In this week's show I focus on what you need to know and three or more places to visit to gather facts that can help you make decision about how you want to proceed.

If you would like to download this episode you can click the arrow in the box on the player. Hopefully that will make it easier.

 

Resources Mentioned:

• StatNews on Sleeping Medications for Older People http://www.choosingwisely.org/patient-resources/treating-insomnia-and-anxiety-in-older-people/
• Health Canada’s Natural Health Products Ingredients page http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monosReq.do?lang=eng&monotype=single
• Herbs at a Glance https://nccih.nih.gov/health/herbsataglance.htm
• Mayo Clinic – Herbal Supplements What To Know Before You Buy http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/herbal-supplements/art-20046714
• The National Institute of Health has a specific page about botanical and herbal supplements; it is Office of Dietary Supplements. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/BotanicalBackground-HealthProfessional
• National Institutes of Health’s Center for Alternative and Complementary Medicine website: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/supplements/wiseuse.htm

 

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Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

MindTV35 Interview with Sara Benincasa

Agoraphobic is no joke but Sara Benincasa found a bit of humor with having the condition and wrote a book about it.




This is an 2012 interview with MindTV35 about her condition, the book and finding inspiration from reading about others that have anxiety, panic attacks and agoraphobia.





As an added bonus you could also check out her video explaining what a panic attack is and why she just can't snap out of it. If you want more information about Sara you can visit her bio page.

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Episode 038 Keys and Chiropractic Neurology

Sometimes you can want something so bad you drive it away. Or a person comes along offering a solution and you so want to believe it.

But you know when it is right. And wrong.

In this episode, a look at Chiropractic Neurology.





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Resource Mentioned:

• American Chiropractic Neurology Board https://www.acnb.org/AboutUs.aspx
• International Chiropractic Neurology Board http://chironeurointl.org/about-the-iccn/what-is-chiropractic-neurology
• Keystone Chiropractic http://keystonechiropracticneurology.com/about-us/what-is-a-chiropractic-neurologist
• Brain Core Therapy and Anxiety http://braincoretherapy.com/panic-attacks-and-brain-core-therapy-2/
• Neurobollocks post on Brain Balance Center https://neurobollocks.wordpress.com/2013/03/05/brain-balance-centers-total-and-utter-neurobollocks/
• Rational Wiki http://rationalwiki.org/wiki/Functional_neurology
• Ten Ways to Avoid being Quacked – Understand that this site has a very low tolerance for alternative or holistic medicine. There is a strong bias toward traditional medicine. That said, it doesn’t hurt to be aware of some of the points made in the article. http://www.quackwatch.org/01QuackeryRelatedTopics/avoid.html
• UMCE What is a (Medical) Neurologist https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/highland/departments-centers/neurology/what-is-a-neurologist.aspx

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Episode 037 Bandwidth Anxiety and Three Apps of Interest

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of low data access I fear no cable company. Because with unlimited access there is nothing to stand between me and dozens of episodes of the might Marvel Marching Society.

And the new Power Puff Girls episodes.





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Resource Mentioned:

 

• Mood Tools for iOS and Google Play http://www.moodtools.org
• MediSafe for iOS, Google Play and Amazon App Store http://www.medisafe.com
• Surf City's End Anxiety Hypnosis App http://surfcityapps.com/app/end-anxiety-hypnosis

 

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Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 036 Recap & Mental Health Literacy

It has been a while since I've stated what the treatment option so that is a portion of this episode.

The remaining episode talks about mental health literacy; the ability to know that you need help, where to find it, evaluate the quality of the treatment and being treated respectfully.




Oh, and when looking for information look for current, up to date resources.

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Episode 035 Mindfulness Resources and Coloring Books for Grown-Ups

It is raining. Pouring. Half the planet's population is snoring. The other half is constantly looking for a way to chill out. A mindfulness practice might help a few of the seekers, or not.

In this podcast, a look at a few on-line mindfulness resources and coloring books for grown-up people.





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Resources Mentioned In the Episode:

• Jody Glenn Three Mindful Practices to Overcome Worry, Anxiety and Panic 
• Jon Kabbat-Zinn Nine Attitudes of Mindfulness Video
• Mindful Self-Compassion mp3 recordings, free for personal use
• Mindful Based Stress Reduction - free online course, no registration, self-paced.
• Professor Mark Williams of Oxford University (UK) 10 minute mindful practice

 

Anxiety Blogs that Mention Mindfulness:

• Psychologist Karen Young Hey Sigmund http://www.heysigmund.com/overcoming-anxiety-mindfulness 
•  Lucy Roleff’s post about her anxiety and mindfulness at Tiny Buddha http://tinybuddha.com/blog/let-it-be-using-mindfulness-to-overcome-anxiety-depression
• The Maven Circle http://www.themavencircle.com/mindfulness-and-anxiety

 

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Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 034 Compulsive Hoarding

Yes, compulsive hoarding is a mental health disorder. It use to shack up with obsessive compulsive disorder but got kicked to the curb. You will find resource in places that treat OCD conditions as well as hoarding specific resources.

One more thing; there is also obsessive discarding syndrome but that is a topic for another show.




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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• The American Psychiatric Association page on hoarding disorder. 
• The International OCD Foundation
• IOCD Information Fact Sheet about compulsive hoarding
• The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a basic information page about compulsive hording. 
• The Mayo Clinic treatment page and ideas for about self-care.

 

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Episode 033 Dental Conquer and Tactical Breather

Pain free and loving it. It wasn't easy but it became possible after finding the right dentist for the job.

I had to keep searching for the right kind of help but I found the solution for my needs at this time. Solutions can be found in unexpected places.




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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• FStoppers post by Jeff Rojas -  How to Tackle 99 Problems on Set 
• Tactical Breather app, you can find it in the Apple App Store, Google Play and Amazon App Store
• Dental Fear Central for those that can't take the pain but can't stand the thought of seeing a dentist.

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Episode 032 Questions About Seeking Mental Health Providers

Dig the new tab at the top of the blog? That is where I'll place often used or requested sources relating to anxiety and related disorder issues.

It is in a basic form at the moment but it will grown in time. And speaking of time are you in need of a therapist? Before you get to dialing or hitting up Yelp these are some of the things to consider.




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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• American Psychological Association page on seeking a therapist.  http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/choose-therapist.aspx
• Depression and Bipolar Alliance page on seeking treatment with mini worksheet to guide your decision process. http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=education_brochures_finding_MHP
• Healthline sideshow on the various mental health professionals http://www.healthline.com/health-slideshow/mental-health-professionals-types#1
• Mayo Clinic tips on evaluating a therapist http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/details/how-you-prepare/ppc-20186984
• Dr. Patti Levin's questions about selecting a therapist http://drpattilevin.com/how-to-choose-a-therapist/ 
• Dr. PsychMom’s  take on seeking a therapy http://www.drpsychmom.com/2016/02/22/choose-therapist-similar/#
• Teaspoon of Honey, you can read the transcript or listen to the podcast. http://www.teaspoonofhappy.com/blog/how-to-find-a-therapist

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There Is Peace In the Land

Oh me, oh my. When a toothache hits a podcaster there isn't much she can do but find a solution. There will be an episode #32, I'm thinking a little something about Sediation Therapy and VR for Anxiety treatment. Or not.

There is so much to cover and it is hard to choose the right topic for the moment.

In the meantime, I commend to your attention a page from the American Psychological Association on Panic Disorders

Episode 031 Men and Anxiety

So many things are happening that I have to think twice, is this real or is this a page out of a bad novel. So far I think this is still Earth Prime but each day is a bit more nutso-crazy.




Then I see someone do something really bold and self affirming and there is a bit more hope. This young man recorded himself having a panic attack.

Yes. Making the fear visible is powerful.



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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Man Therapy - Australia https://www.mantherapy.org.au/man-facts/guide-to-mind-health
• Anxiety BC http://www.anxietybc.com/resources/article/men-and-anxiety 
• Black Doctor.org http://blackdoctor.org/anxiety
• Uncommon Help http://www.uncommonhelp.me/articles/sexual-performance-anxiety

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Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 030 Panic Disorder for Newbies

In this episode, introduction to Panic Disorder and can a subliminal MP3 help with Anxiety? For those of you that are finding the podcast helpful or frustrating feel free to leave a comment.

I am still in Beta mode and the show has and will continue to evolve. Some day I hope not to pop Ps or have a malevolent hum appear out of nowhere.




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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• National Alliance on Mental Health http://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-Conditions/Anxiety-Disorders
• Anxiety and Depression Association of America www.adaa.org
• Helpguide.org which focuses on more non-medication treatment options http://www.helpguide.org
• As Dreamers Do http://asdreamersdo.com/i-went-to-disney-world-with-agoraphobia-guest-post/
• Guided Image and Hypnotherapy type mp3s at http://www.potentialsunlimited.com

 

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Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

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This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 029 Comorbidity In the News

Comorbidity is one of those five dollar word that is a short cut way of saying a person has two or more conditions at the same time. You need to understand all of your conditions.




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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• SAMHSA Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK).
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration http://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov or http://www.samhsa.gov
• Rethinking Drinking http://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov
• San Diego Tribune News Story http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2016/feb/05/veterans-suicide-erik-howard
• Helpguide.org article on Alcohol and Alcohol Abuse http://www.helpguide.org/articles/addiction/alcoholism-and-alcohol-abuse.htm

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Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

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Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 028 Social Anxiety Disorder and Relax and Sleep Well

It is a pickle; there are so many types of anxiety disorders so I'm am going to try to spotlight as many as I can.

These will be focused episodes specifically for folks that might just be interested in their disorder or a family member trying to get up to speed about a loved ones condition.


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Resources Mentions:

• National Institute of Mental Health page on Social Phobia http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/social-phobia-social-anxiety-disorder/index.shtml 
• Brochure on Social Anxiety Disorder/Social Phobia http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/social-phobia-social-anxiety-disorder-always-embarrassed/social-phobia-trifold_107450.pdf 
• Anxiety and Depression Association page on Social Anxiety Disorder http://www.adaa.org/social-anxiety-disorder 
• HelpGuide.org page on social phobias http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/social-anxiety-disorder-and-social-phobia.htm 
• Hypnotist Glenn Harrold's  YouTube Channel where you can sample some of his healing recordings. https://www.youtube.com/user/doctorofthemind 
• Android version of Relax and Sleep Well App 
• iOS version of Relax and Sleep Well App

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Glenn Harrold - Extract from Mindfull Meditation

In an upcoming episode I mention an app for Android and iOS that can be used for fighting insomnia.

Listing to audio is kinda intimate so you want to have someone compatible with your spirit.





Mr. Harrold does have an YouTube channel where you can officially sample the goods and see if this is a good match. I'm not endorsing or rejecting; just offering up options where I find them.


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Episode 027 The Sentry and Panic Pop

If I am tired and I start to sound out words I will misspell the word "episode". Because I am sounding it out I drop (to me) the silent letter. Then I do the walk of shame when I discover it three weeks from now.

The thing is that we are all working tired or exhausted. We can't keep doing that: there is a cost. Take a break. Take a nap. Nurture yourself.




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Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 026 Nutraceuticals and 3 Minute Journal

Can you treat an anxiety or panic condition with food or drink? Do you like learning new vocabulary words? Does everything we see, do and need have a dollar value?



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Resources Mentioned in the Podcast

• Natural Vitality Natural Calm http://naturalvitality.com/natural-calm
• Relax Slim's Magic Mag http://www.relaxslim.com/magnesium-supplement  
• Neuro Bliss http://www.drinkneuro.com/the-drinks/bliss 
• 3 Minute Journal http://www.3minutejournal.com

Additional Resources:

• Current concepts and prospects of herbal nutraceutical: A review http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3645360/
• The Role of Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals, and Food Supplements in Intestinal Health http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3257668
• Calm Clinic on Magnesium and Anxiety http://www.calmclinic.com/anxiety/drugs/magnesium
• Livestrong on the Dosage of Magnesium for Anxiety http://www.livestrong.com/article/486457-the-dosage-of-magnesium-for-anxiety 

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Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode 025 Aromatherapy for Stress and Anxiety

Tooth aches and head colds are an excellent start to the new year. I got no place to go but up. When my nose comes back I hope to try a few of the essential oils I mention in the podcast.



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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• University of Maryland Healthcare Center page on Aromatherapy https://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/treatment/aromatherapy
• University of New Hampshire has a good information page about aromatherapy to get you up to speed. http://unh.edu/health-services/ohep/complementaryalternative-health-practices/aromatherapy
• National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Health page on Aromatherapy https://nccih.nih.gov/health/aromatherapy
• National Cancer Institute page on Aromatherapy http://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/cam/patient/aromatherapy-pdq
• National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Prevention Magazine 2012 List of Aromatherapy Recipes http://www.prevention.com/mind-body/natural-remedies/how-aromatherapy-soothes-stress
• Dr. Josh Axe list of Essential Oils and Recipes http://draxe.com/essential-oils-for-anxiety
• Chamomile Information page via https://nccih.nih.gov/health/chamomile/ataglance.htm

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