Cardiac psychology and ectopic heartbeats
Written by Matthew Beadman Patients experiencing ectopic heartbeats are sometimes referred to a clinical psychologist. Patients often wonder what this means about their symptoms; could the cardiologist believe my ectopic beats are purely psychological or ‘all in my head?’ This brief article aims to address this common misconception and explains how cardiac specialist clinical psychologists [...]
Fibromyalgia, Postural Orthostatic Syndrome (PoTS), and Acupuncture
Fibromyalgia and Postural Orthostatic Syndrome (PoTS) often occur together. Both conditions affect women predominantly and the exact causes can be hard to detect. Symptoms of PoTS and Fibromyalgia Symptoms of PoTS and fibromyalgia may crossover with other chronic conditions too, like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), joint hypermobility, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), making a clear diagnosis d [...]
Feeding Your Soul: Tips for Balancing Your Life With Self-Care
These days, it’s easier than ever to get swept up in the demands of a career, making a good living, and trying to satisfy personal desires. At the same time, it’s harder than ever for many of us to maintain a healthy balance in our lives. Staying fit, eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, allowing time for relaxation, and minimizing stress are important. Unfortunately, these activities requ [...]