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What is the best way to calm down? i am suffering from major stress and want to find a healthier way to manage it. what is the best way to calm down? i am suffering from major stress and want to find a healthier way to manage it. should i look at medicati

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Dr. Praveen Mambalam answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Management : Management of stress can be very challenging. Oftentimes it resolves with addressing the particular stressors if this is feasible. Otherwise, i would recommend a multidisciplinary approach starting with behavioral specialists such as psychologists and therapist then moving on to medications if necessary.

Answered 8/15/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

I : I agree with dr. Mambalan. I recommend that you see a good psychologist, to help you with coping skills. Medications are often not necessary unless you have a mental disorder.

Answered 1/2/2018

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Dr. James Rotchford answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

First : First and foremost honor the feeling of stress. Your body and mind are telling you to do just like you have done. Ask for outside help. As already stated there are a myriad of reasons for these feelings to arise and my experience is that without some outside help you'll miss the mark. Even a seasoned clinician can sometimes only make educated guesses. In my experience unrecognized medical as well as mental health disorders need to be ruled out before assuming it is some "external" stressor. Alcohol, other drug abuse, in self or family are common. Sometimes unrecognized ptsd. Of course relationship, financial, and "external" factors and events can contribute. A good family doc if they are able to hear your story should be able to give you a little more specific guidance as to what it might be. Often there is a little trial and error as it gets sorted out because sometimes its not one thing but a combo. I think you are one of the fortunate because you are able to ask for help rather than assuming you should be able to figure it out on your own.

Answered 4/29/2017

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

To Become Calm: Believe that your Emotional Health is Precious! Nothing is Super-Urgent. Slow Down andSmell The Roses! Feel the Blessings of your Body and Mind. Go to a National Park and Feel the Wonder! See a Psychiatrist.

Answered 8/15/2020

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