Mental Health

Not only can acupuncture and Oriental medicine alleviate symptoms associated with mental health issues, it can treat the root cause of the problem

Acupuncture and Depression

Can acupuncture help with depression?

October 13, 2015

Can Acupuncture Help with Depression? What does the research say? According to Reuters Health, a new study suggests that people suffering from depression can receive the same benefits from acupuncture that they would from counseling to help their depression. The study looked at 755 people with depression and found that one in three people who received…

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Overcoming Depression

Overcoming Depression

October 7, 2015

Overcoming Depression One of the most common frustrations for those suffering from depression is the lack of motivation to do regular daily activities, an inability to find enjoyment and an overwhelming amount of negative thoughts. Depression cannot be simply cured by “mind over matter”, but that does not mean it can’t be treated and improved…

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Inner Smile Meditation for Stress Relief

Say “Hi” Inside with Inner Smile Meditation

July 23, 2015

Say “Hi” Inside with Inner Smile Meditation Stress is all around us and if left uncontrolled can lead to dis-regulation of the nervous system and activation of a stress response. Chronic inflammation has been found to be linked to elevated cortisol levels, insomnia, muscle tension, anxiety, and even result in elevated pro-inflammatory markers which can…

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Acupuncture for winter

Overcoming winter blues

February 13, 2015

Overcoming Winter Blues During the winter, it is natural to feel a little sleepier, slower and possibly less motivated or have the Winter Blues. It’s the season of stillness and conservation. It’s a period of hibernation and our time to rest, slow down and revitalize our reserves. Winter is a great time of year to…

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Acupuncture Helps to Relieve Depression

February 10, 2015

Can acupuncture help relieve depression? At Starting Point Acupuncture and Wellness in Bothell, WA, we are commonly asked what can acupuncture and naturopathic medicine treat besides pain? Our response is…well just about everything! Since acupuncture works by using your parasympathetic nervous system to push your body to heal itself, a good “side effect” from most…

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The power of positivity

The Power of Positivity

February 4, 2015

The Power of Positivity The world today can be a difficult place, full of stressful situations and worrying prospects but far more importantly it is also a place of love, compassion and positivity. It is far too easy to get lost in the fast pace of modern life and let negativity infect you and, in…

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Acupuncture for PTSD

Acupuncture for PTSD

November 14, 2014

What is PTSD? PTSD, aka, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, is a physiological disorder that can result from being exposed to a traumatic event. The disorder results in several different symptoms: Re-experiencing. Some PTSD sufferers relive the traumatic event over and over. This can be in the form of bad memories, nightmares and flashbacks. Sights, sounds and…

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Acupuncture treats chronic stress

Further Research Closing in on How Acupuncture Treats Chronic Stress

October 2, 2014

  Is there a natural way to treat chronic stress? It is a widely held belief that acupuncture is a great way to relieve stress. Several studies have seen groups diagnosed with chronic stress display remarkable improvement in quality of life and lower stress levels due to acupuncture. Despite this evidence it has remained largely…

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