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I try ashwagandha for anxiety but only helping some would 5-hpt be something i should try. trying to deal with it myself before going to a doctor?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

5 HTP: is used as a natural anti-depressant, not for anxiety. Utilize some mind body approaches to anxiety such as clinical hypnosis (see www.asch.net for licensed referrals), biofeedback, psychotherapy. See www.relaxationresponse.org for a self-help technique also. Peace and good health.

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Answered 9/12/2017

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A member asked:

I try ashwagandha for anxiety but only helping some would 5-hpt be something i should try. trying to deal with it myself before going to a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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