PSYCH 243 Lecture Notes - Monosodium Glutamate, Tension Headache, Hypertension
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Stress reactions cause weakening of gastric tissues. Quit alcohol and tobacco abuse and non-rx aspirin use. Reducing stress by insight through self discovery or psychotherapy. Listen to what your body is saying about foods you are eating. If you sleep on your left side, you get less heartburn effects because the opening to the stomach is more free to stay open. Tension headaches: head and neck muscle tension. Be aware of how you are holding your head and shoulders. May relieve some of the muscle tightening. Regular schedules of eating, sleeping and exercise. Allergic-reaction to foods like chocolate, red wine and cheeses. Too tight neck collar or necktie can restrict blood flow to the brain. Biofeedback: reduce headache symptoms by redirecting blood flow of fingers. Can use garlic to treat high blood pressure ** Recognize them as normal reactions to threat situations. Distinguish real and unreal fear, anxiety and worry. Consider feelings of inadequacy in various circumstances.
