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At the root of all emotions patients of depression experience, there are three primary feelings: first, a sense of insecurity; second, a sense of vulnerability; and finally, a sense of isolation. They feel alienated from others, as if they don’t belong to anyone. Just like an open wound is susceptible to infections, a depressed mind is wounded – it is fragile and vulnerable. When you are vulnerable and when you feel disconnected, a sense of insecurity develops. You don’t know how long you can go on like this; you don’t know how long others will stick around for you. Your mind becomes tired and
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An imbalance in one or more neurotransmitters can have a cogent effect on you, and a number of neurotransmitters have been shown to affect people’s behaviour in a very specific manner. Indecisive people often have low levels of dopamine. Norepinephrine regulates alertness. Abnormalities of these neurotransmitters cause various mood, anxiety and emotional disorders. GABA is an inhibitory transmitter – it calms down neurons to check the rapid firing of neurochemicals. Serotonin and GABA directly counter depression. Acetylcholine aids in memory storage and recollection. When a patient can’t get
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Neurotransmitter Food Serotonin Mangoes, walnuts, flaxseeds, hemp and chia seeds, green leafy vegetables, tofu, sunflower seeds, brown rice, sesame seeds. Dopamine Sesame seeds, citrus fruits and berries, bananas. GABA Almonds, lentils, brown rice, beans, cantaloupes, oranges. Acetylcholine Poultry, wheat germs. Although tea and coffee are stimulants and deplete neurotransmitters in the longer term, if taken in moderation, they can lift your mood. Yogurt also aids in production of neurotransmitters. Try to eat organic and alkaline foods as much as possible.
