Posted by mikhail99 on January 13, 2003, at 21:24:34
In reply to need help for chronic stress in addition to meds, posted by babs on January 13, 2003, at 20:17:29
> I'm on meds and they are working well but my mom was just diagnosed with stage IV stomach cancer and given 6 months to live. as you can imagine it's been quite stressful and I am becoming very rundown- I've had stomach flu and now a cold that won't end. When I am chronically stressed, I first get physically sick and then depression sets in. Although my meds were working fine before this, I think the physical symptoms are trying to warn me. Does anyone have suggestions on hopw to handle a stress like this. I'm in therapy- that helps. I'm thinking more along the lines of nutritional supplements like fish oil to augment the meds but am open to any and all suggestions. Thanks
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>Hi Babs,
I'm so sorry about your Mom, that's such awful news. It's really important that you try and take good care of yourself during these times, particularly since your health is so impacted by stress. I'm no expert of supplements and I'm reluctant to suggest any but perhaps scheduling a massage once or twice a month would help. It probably seems awfully decadent but don't think of it that way, consider it health maintenance. Also, some meditation programs on tape or CD would probably help you. Deepak Chopra (if you're into that sort of thing) has some good ones.
Please take care of yourself and know I'm sending good thoughts for you and your mom.
Take care,
Mik
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