Anxiety and Panic Disorders
ANXIETY IS A NATURAL RESPONSE TO STRESS, BUT FOR SOME, IT BECOMES OVERWHELMING AND PERSISTENT, INTERFERING WITH DAILY LIFE AND WELL-BEING.
Anxiety is a natural response to stress, but for some, it becomes overwhelming and persistent, interfering with daily life and well-being. Panic disorder, a more acute form of anxiety, is characterised by sudden and intense episodes of fear, often accompanied by physical symptoms.
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​Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions globally, affecting 1 in 8 people, with women nearly twice as likely to experience anxiety as men. Despite the prevalence, up to 40% of individuals report that conventional treatments such as medication or therapy alone do not fully resolve their symptoms.
Symptoms
EXCESSIVE WORRY OR FEAR THAT FEELS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL
RESTLESSNESS OR FEELING "ON EDGE"
MUSCLE TENSION OR HEADACHES
SLEEP DISTURBANCES, INCLUDING DIFFICULTY FALLING OR STAYING ASLEEP
HEART PALPITATIONS, SWEATING, OR SHORTNESS OF BREATH (ESPECIALLY DURING PANIC ATTACKS)
GASTROINTESTINAL SYMPTOMS, SUCH AS NAUSEA OR UPSET STOMACH
AVOIDANCE OF SITUATIONS THAT TRIGGER ANXIETY
The conventional approach
Conventional treatment for anxiety often includes anti-anxiety medications (e.g., benzodiazepines or SSRIs) and talking therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). While these can provide temporary relief or coping strategies, they may not address the underlying factors contributing to chronic anxiety or panic attacks.
Our approach
We take a root-cause approach to anxiety and panic disorders, recognising that multiple factors—biochemical, environmental, and lifestyle-related—can contribute to these conditions. Our approach includes:
BALANCING ADRENAL FUNCTION
Supporting the body's stress response by assessing and balancing adrenal function.
INVESTIGATING NUTRIENT DEFICIENCIES
Identifying and addressing nutrient deficiencies (e.g., magnesium, zinc, B vitamins) that affect neurotransmitter production.
OPTIMISING GUT-BRAIN HEALTH
Promoting gut health to optimise the gut-brain axis, which plays a crucial role in regulating anxiety.
INVESTIGATING IMBALANCES
Investigating imbalances in neurotransmitters such as GABA, serotonin, and dopamine.
ADDRESSING INFLAMMATION & OXIDATIVE STRESS
Addressing inflammation and oxidative stress, which can exacerbate anxiety symptoms.
PERSONALISED NUTRITION
Personalised nutrition, mindfulness techniques, and lifestyle strategies to calm the nervous system and build resilience.
This comprehensive approach not only helps to alleviate symptoms but also empowers you to take control of your mental well-being.
