Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that disrupts a person's thinking, emotions, and behavior, which can lead to the extent of isolation to suicidal thoughts. There is no cure for the illness, yet. Schizophrenia affects males and females alike and people of all cultures. It affects 2 to 3 million Americans, and one percent of the world population.
Despite my illness, I am motivated to keep going because of my family, viagra cialis online pharmacy pharmacy peers, and self determination to not go backwards. Nearly two years ago I was distraught at thoughts of people following me, people trying to poision me, and the voices telling me 'I was a dishonor to my family.' Before all of this, I was a junior in college, an AWANA church teacher, a cross country runner, an intern, a daughter, and a sister. Like many of us with a mental illness, I would not have thought I would have had a mental illness, but something had to explain the paranoia and symptoms. The illness sneaks up on you and snatches away everything dear to you- your career, family, friends, and livilihood.
Now, almost two years after my nervous breakdown I am coping with this illness with the support of family, online peers, treatment team (i.e. psychiatrist and therapist), and medication compliance. I am learning more and more about my illness and ways to cope with it. I accept my illness and am working on how to live with it.
What motivates me to take my medication is the thought of losing control. Losing my family again, not completing my internship, not communicating with online peers and supporters again. I don't want to experience psychosis again, I don't want to live in fear of people, I don't want to hear the deep voices that laugh at me and discourage me. I don't want to not eat because I believe someone is trying to poision me. I don't want a complete stranger to call the cops on me because they believe I seem disoriented and confused again.
I will not let schizophrenia get the best of me. I will live life and enjoy it. I will work hard to remember to take my medication, ask my doctor questions about coping skills and symptoms, and ask for help when I need it, before it gets too late. I will fulfill my goals and dreams of completing school, getting married, having children and getting that house! Schizophrenia may have had me down and out in the past, but it will not dominate my life, I handle it with medication, support, and therapy.
To learn more about schizophrenia and to get support visit the National Alliance on Mental Illness or Schizophrenia Society of Nova Scotia (Canada). If you or a friend is experiencing suicidal thoughts call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK.
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Magic Power Coffee The Official Critique
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Coffee, for most people, is the morning staple and in fact is one of the most highly traded commodities in the world second only to oil & gas. As of recent, this $70 billion dollar per year industry has seen an appearance of various coffee companies that are offering coffee products that are said to do everything from help you lose weight to increasing your libido.
At the same time, the term "sexual dysfunction" seems to be all over the media these days. So we decided to find out more about the new libido and sexual enhancement coffee called Magic Power Coffee. Our review of this new product had some very interesting and notable results.
Magic Power Coffee, which is said to be the world's first and only aphrodisiac beverage, has been formulated for both men and women which means the product also appeals to the untapped "female enhancement" market. According to company officials this herbal enhancement beverage is said to enhance libido, energy, mood, desire, performance, satisfaction and endurance throughout the intimate experience.
We wanted to find out for ourselves if this product and company were truly legitimate and, equally important, we wanted to find out if the product in fact works.
The first thing we did was set out to discover what is in it. Here are the main ingredients and their function:
Epimedium Herb (Horny Goat Weed)
Used for thousands of years as a sex-enhancer in traditional chinese medicine, horny goat weed is any of several species of epimedium (brevicorum, sagittatum and grandiflorum), a leafy plant which grows profusely in the wild, most abundantly at higher altitudes. The leaves of the plant contain a variety of flavonoids, polysaccharides, sterols and an alkaloid called magnaflorine. One of the flavonoids, icariin, is believed to play a role in the sex-boosting effects of the plant, which is used to restore sexual fire, boost erectile function, allay fatigue, and alleviate menopausal discomfort. It is said to be a natural aphrodisiac and appears to act by inhibiting the PDE-5 enzyme, which is the same way that the popular drug cheap cialis works. It produces a warm, almost euphoric effect on the body as well.
Barbary Wolfberry Fruit (Goji Berry)
Goji berries also help by increasing testosterone production and has been believed for thousands of years to decrease stress, thus helping with the onset of minor depression. In the orient, Goji berries are known to create a strong sexual tonic. The Goji Berry is among the best of natural herbs and is believed to harmonize functions of the entire body, resulting in enhanced stamina, strength and energy. All of these benefits are conducive to a healthy sex life.
American Ginseng
According to a 2002 study by the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (published in the annals of the New York Academy of Sciences) found that in laboratory animals, both Asian and American forms of ginseng enhance libido and sexual performance. Scientists believe that the effects of ginseng may not be due to changes in hormone secretion, but to the direct effects of ginseng on the central nervous system. In males, ginseng can facilitate penile erection. These findings are consistent with traditional Chinese medicine and Native American uses for ginseng. Ginseng is an age-old remedy with centuries of direct proof in its effectiveness.
Additional Ingredients Include:
Instant Coffee, Non-Dairy Creamer, Corn Syrup, Vegetable Oil.
Vitamins: Provitamin A, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12.
After ordering a sample of the coffee I was pleasantly surprised at it's smooth "latte" flavor. It is and instant coffee so I simply mixed it with about 6 ounces (1 cup) of hot water. About 30 minutes later I felt a sense of pressure building up around the bridge of my nose. A few minutes later my face got pleasantly warm. I knew that if this warm sensation and slight pressure went where I think it was going........Well you know the rest. I will spare you the intimate details.
The Verdict: Magic Power Coffee worked very well and actually worked better than I thought it would. I think they have a real winner with this one. The only negative aspect of the product is that for some, coffee may keep you up at night because of the caffeine. For some this may be a positive as they would like to stay awake making great use of the products effects. The company is also developing a fruit flavored cold drink expected to be on the market in early summer.
Interestingly, the company went with a network marketing business model which means anyone 18 or over can get involved as a distributor. They are currently in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico with plans to spread out to 58 additional countries.
Several distributors were interviewed and the each described the opportunity as "fun, exciting, and profitable". We also contacted their corporate headquarters by phone in which is located in Brooklyn, NY and were pleasantly surprised at the courteous and timely response to our questions and inquiries.
For more information about Magic Power Coffee go to www.HottPassionCoffee.com or call 877-399-6618.
Magic Power Coffee
Coffee, for most people, is the morning staple and in fact is one of the most highly traded commodities in the world second only to oil & gas. As of recent, this $70 billion dollar per year industry has seen an appearance of various coffee companies that are offering coffee products that are said to do everything from help you lose weight to increasing your libido.At the same time, the term "sexual dysfunction" seems to be all over the media these days. So we decided to find out more about the new libido and sexual enhancement coffee called Magic Power Coffee. Our review of this new product had some very interesting and notable results.
Magic Power Coffee, which is said to be the world's first and only aphrodisiac beverage, has been formulated for both men and women which means the product also appeals to the untapped "female enhancement" market. According to company officials this herbal enhancement beverage is said to enhance libido, energy, mood, desire, performance, satisfaction and endurance throughout the intimate experience.
We wanted to find out for ourselves if this product and company were truly legitimate and, equally important, we wanted to find out if the product in fact works.
The first thing we did was set out to discover what is in it. Here are the main ingredients and their function:
Epimedium Herb (Horny Goat Weed)Used for thousands of years as a sex-enhancer in traditional chinese medicine, horny goat weed is any of several species of epimedium (brevicorum, sagittatum and grandiflorum), a leafy plant which grows profusely in the wild, most abundantly at higher altitudes. The leaves of the plant contain a variety of flavonoids, polysaccharides, sterols and an alkaloid called magnaflorine. One of the flavonoids, icariin, is believed to play a role in the sex-boosting effects of the plant, which is used to restore sexual fire, boost erectile function, allay fatigue, and alleviate menopausal discomfort. It is said to be a natural aphrodisiac and appears to act by inhibiting the PDE-5 enzyme, which is the same way that the popular drug cheap cialis works. It produces a warm, almost euphoric effect on the body as well.
Barbary Wolfberry Fruit (Goji Berry)Goji berries also help by increasing testosterone production and has been believed for thousands of years to decrease stress, thus helping with the onset of minor depression. In the orient, Goji berries are known to create a strong sexual tonic. The Goji Berry is among the best of natural herbs and is believed to harmonize functions of the entire body, resulting in enhanced stamina, strength and energy. All of these benefits are conducive to a healthy sex life.
American GinsengAccording to a 2002 study by the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (published in the annals of the New York Academy of Sciences) found that in laboratory animals, both Asian and American forms of ginseng enhance libido and sexual performance. Scientists believe that the effects of ginseng may not be due to changes in hormone secretion, but to the direct effects of ginseng on the central nervous system. In males, ginseng can facilitate penile erection. These findings are consistent with traditional Chinese medicine and Native American uses for ginseng. Ginseng is an age-old remedy with centuries of direct proof in its effectiveness.
Additional Ingredients Include:
Instant Coffee, Non-Dairy Creamer, Corn Syrup, Vegetable Oil.
Vitamins: Provitamin A, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12.
After ordering a sample of the coffee I was pleasantly surprised at it's smooth "latte" flavor. It is and instant coffee so I simply mixed it with about 6 ounces (1 cup) of hot water. About 30 minutes later I felt a sense of pressure building up around the bridge of my nose. A few minutes later my face got pleasantly warm. I knew that if this warm sensation and slight pressure went where I think it was going........Well you know the rest. I will spare you the intimate details.The Verdict: Magic Power Coffee worked very well and actually worked better than I thought it would. I think they have a real winner with this one. The only negative aspect of the product is that for some, coffee may keep you up at night because of the caffeine. For some this may be a positive as they would like to stay awake making great use of the products effects. The company is also developing a fruit flavored cold drink expected to be on the market in early summer.
Interestingly, the company went with a network marketing business model which means anyone 18 or over can get involved as a distributor. They are currently in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico with plans to spread out to 58 additional countries.
Several distributors were interviewed and the each described the opportunity as "fun, exciting, and profitable". We also contacted their corporate headquarters by phone in which is located in Brooklyn, NY and were pleasantly surprised at the courteous and timely response to our questions and inquiries.
For more information about Magic Power Coffee go to www.HottPassionCoffee.com or call 877-399-6618.
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Initial Diagnosis: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
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In January 2008, at the age of 30 years old I was diagnosed with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension.
This was a shock, as I had danced all of my life and even 6 months prior to my diagnosis I was still teaching ballet classes. Now looking back, over the last 5 years there had been a progressive decline in my ability to teach, due to a lack of stamina, so I thought.
The symptoms that brought me into the emergency room on January 5, 2008 included; shortness of breath, chest pain, back pain and a tremendous amount of anxiety. At one point, I had pain down the left side of my arm and was concerned that I may be having a heart attack.
I was admitted to the hospital and was there for about 4 days. The Pulmonologist (Dr. Dorf)who saw me in the hospital diagnosed me with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH), which is high blood pressure of the lungs, the cause, unknown. He insisted that I continue my treatment at a PH Clinic and even scheduled the appointment himself. I am very fortunate that Dr. Dorf initiated this referral. There are many patients who do not get diagnosed or are diagnosed but do not receive proper treatment. It is important that a patient who has symptoms of PH be referred to a specialty clinic. UT Southwest is the Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic where I would be receiving my care. Less than a week after my release, and after an initial diagnosis from Dr. Dorf we (my boyfriend Chris, Mom and Dad) headed to UT Southwest in Dallas, Texas.
The goal of the trip to UT Southwest; 1) Confirm the Pulmonary Hypertension Diagnosis 2) Determine whether my condition was Primary or Secondary and 3) Determine if I was a research candidate. This process took about a week and required multiple tests, blood work,etc.
This was a shock, as I had danced all of my life and even 6 months prior to my diagnosis I was still teaching ballet classes. Now looking back, over the last 5 years there had been a progressive decline in my ability to teach, due to a lack of stamina, so I thought.
The symptoms that brought me into the emergency room on January 5, 2008 included; shortness of breath, chest pain, back pain and a tremendous amount of anxiety. At one point, I had pain down the left side of my arm and was concerned that I may be having a heart attack.
I was admitted to the hospital and was there for about 4 days. The Pulmonologist (Dr. Dorf)who saw me in the hospital diagnosed me with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH), which is high blood pressure of the lungs, the cause, unknown. He insisted that I continue my treatment at a PH Clinic and even scheduled the appointment himself. I am very fortunate that Dr. Dorf initiated this referral. There are many patients who do not get diagnosed or are diagnosed but do not receive proper treatment. It is important that a patient who has symptoms of PH be referred to a specialty clinic. UT Southwest is the Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic where I would be receiving my care. Less than a week after my release, and after an initial diagnosis from Dr. Dorf we (my boyfriend Chris, Mom and Dad) headed to UT Southwest in Dallas, Texas.
The goal of the trip to UT Southwest; 1) Confirm the Pulmonary Hypertension Diagnosis 2) Determine whether my condition was Primary or Secondary and 3) Determine if I was a research candidate. This process took about a week and required multiple tests, blood work,etc.
The outcome at UT SW Medical Center; confirmation that I had Primary Pulmonary Hypertension, with a Patent Foramen Ovale and yes, I would be a candidate for research. As a participant in the "Compass III" study I would be closely examined; with regular blood work, tests and visits to UT to monitor my progress. In addition, I would be receiving the medication at no charge. Overall, this was a great study to participate in. The drugs that were being tested were already approved by the FDA, and dosing regimens would be no different. The research was to test the combination of the two drugs; Bosantan and Sildenafil. Both are oral medications. I would began the Bosantan and then down the road they would decide whether they would add the second medication. This would be decided at my 3rd visit to UT in May.
We were all eager for Friday to come as that would be the day we'd be meeting again with Dr. Torres, who would have all the results from my tests and a plan for my therapy. We had compiled a list of questions over a two week period, but only one (question) that we were all apprehensive about bringing up. The life expectancy question. The answer we got from Torres, I could either live a semi-normal life or experience a rapid decline in health in a couple of years which would result in needing a lung/heart transplant. I was overcome with shock. I felt like I was watching a Lifetime Movie, emotional about the situation but yet did not feel like it was happening to me. Yes, I'm one of those Lifetime Network junkies, who enjoys a good cry every once in a while. But, I was not prepared to be living my own emotional drama. The fact that I am surrounded by a lot of love- a supportive and loving boyfriend, his family, my family and friends - helps with not feeling so alone in this situation as the grief and fear is hard among us all.
We were all eager for Friday to come as that would be the day we'd be meeting again with Dr. Torres, who would have all the results from my tests and a plan for my therapy. We had compiled a list of questions over a two week period, but only one (question) that we were all apprehensive about bringing up. The life expectancy question. The answer we got from Torres, I could either live a semi-normal life or experience a rapid decline in health in a couple of years which would result in needing a lung/heart transplant. I was overcome with shock. I felt like I was watching a Lifetime Movie, emotional about the situation but yet did not feel like it was happening to me. Yes, I'm one of those Lifetime Network junkies, who enjoys a good cry every once in a while. But, I was not prepared to be living my own emotional drama. The fact that I am surrounded by a lot of love- a supportive and loving boyfriend, his family, my family and friends - helps with not feeling so alone in this situation as the grief and fear is hard among us all.
Two weeks after my diagnosis I returned to work, a new job. With the help of friends it was possible for me to make a smooth transition into a new job, one that would be less stressful and just as important, a job I truly enjoyed.
Medications: Bosantan, Coumadine, Lasix and Oxygen.
Modifications to Lifestyle: Having recently been diagnosed with a progressive disease, every symptom from being tired to a slight headache was cause for concern. Therefore, with every ache or discomfort was a phone call to my mom, who is a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP). Without her expertise, I would have not only spent a lot more time but also had more uncalled-for visits to the emergency room.
Modifications to Lifestyle: Having recently been diagnosed with a progressive disease, every symptom from being tired to a slight headache was cause for concern. Therefore, with every ache or discomfort was a phone call to my mom, who is a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP). Without her expertise, I would have not only spent a lot more time but also had more uncalled-for visits to the emergency room.
The need for oxygen 24/7,is a huge adjustment. I must plan out my day, ensuring I have enough oxygen when leaving the house. In addition, making sure I do not miss my a dose of medications is difficult. I had three medications; 2 of which I took twice of day and 1 once a day.
My energy level overall is good and the level of physical activity is not more than daily with some stretching. I have days when I maintain my energy level and there are days that I am exhausted and must rest for 3-4 hours.
Diet: Because I am on coumadine (blood thinner) I must limit my intake of vitamin k and have a regular diet. At age 11 I would have been very happy to have this as an excuse to turn "the greens" away, unfortunately, at age 30 I have become a fan of the veggies'. Because my pulmonary pressures are high - causing the heart to work harder - limiting the intake of caffeine and alcohol is recommended. This is an adjustment, as I indulge in both, regularly.
All and all, I feel lucky that I was very active growing up. Because of this, my overall health is good, allowing me to live a fairly normal life. Frankly, the mental challenge has been more difficult than the physical challenge.
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