Natural Relief for Anxiety: Complementary Strategies for Easing Fear, Panic, and Worry

by Edmund J. Bourne, Arlen Brownstein, Lorna Garano

Twenty-five million Americans suffer from diagnosable anxiety disorder, and our cultural climate seems to breed more apprehension and fear with each passing day. It is no surprise that international pharmaceutical companies spend billions each year to research and develop psychoactive drugs that counter psychological symptoms. Unfortunately, there doesn't appear to be any magic pill for people who are chronically anxious. Successful treatments that rely on drugs have an extremely high incidence of relapse, and the side effects of most prescription anti-anxiety drugs are as debilitating as the disorder itself. From the best-selling author of The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook and a naturopathic physician, this book helps you develop a treatment strategy for anxiety that is totally drug-free. The authors begin with an introduction to healthy lifestyle choices. Then they discuss a variety of conditions that can aggravate anxiety-related problems. They provide an overview of complimentary approaches to anxiety treatment using herbs and supplements, massage, chiropractic, and homeopathy. In later chapters, learn about controlling body toxicity.

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction, Health, Mental Health, Psychology

224 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book offered a lot of holistic approaches for those who suffer from mild to moderate anxiety. I found it a bit over simplistic but also really beneficial to read. It covered many topics including: relaxation, exercise, healthy diet, thinking calm, physical conditions that can aggravate anxiety, natural supplements, meditation, mindful exercises, ways to simplify and embrace spirituality.

[james · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good to know stuff on supplements

[Hailey · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

[Anthony · Rating 3 out of 5]

There were some practical strategies to try that I learned from this book.

[Robyn Brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a great compilation of lots of research and common sense suggestions for overcoming anxiety without the need for medication. I picked up this book because I needed a long-term solution for anxiety. I see medication as a short term fix. The lifestyle changes suggested in the book will only work if you put them to action. I think most of us know that changing our diet, exercising, simplifying and taking some time out daily will do a world of good. But the book gives research-based reasons for actually adopting these habits. It works! It also helps that Bourne lists out several how-to action steps for his recommendations making it easy for you to adopt the habits. Each chapter could be it's own book, but Natural Relief for Anxiety sums up the meat of what you really need to know on each subject and gives you suggestions on where to go for more information.

[Amaris Skye · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.75/5
I started this book in 2014 but only read 20 pages in & skipped around to check out what it had to offer. I picked it up again on January 17th but didn't have much time to get through it because of work. It only took about five days worth of reading

This book contains a lot of helpful information, especially for people who prefer not to take pharmaceuticals for anxiety. I knew a lot of the information presented before I read this book but it served as an excellent reminder. I particularly like how in the spirituality section it states to take what you need from the advice in the book & leave the rest. I highly recommend this to any of my friends who deal with anxiety.

[Laura · Rating 2 out of 5]

I always read self-help books even though I know I don't like self help books.... This one was no different than all the others. There were some good points, but these were things I generally already practice. This book seemed to be for people who are desperately out of control and in need of help simply to get a grasp on their anxiety. Nothing new here. Luckily it was short, large print, and widely spaced.

[Citrine · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a basic overview of all things that can cause stress and how to counteract . It goes into details for those who want the information at hand , not just a resource to know where to look next . Interesting read if you're into health and nutrition or if you're suffering from anxiety and may have other medical problems such as hypoglycemia or allergies .

[Mark Yashar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book about ways to treat anxiety without medication. Some good info. about correcting thought distortions, diet and nutrition, exercise, herbal and dietary supplements, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, alternative medicine, yoga, spiritualism, etc.

[Josh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overlapping symptoms can be confusing. Add some B-vitamins and maybe all will turn out alright?

At least, there are three distinct ways to spend time relaxing I take from this book: rest (not physically active); recreation (fun activity); relationship (bonding).

[kelly]

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[Tami Parks · Rating 4 out of 5]

Common sense and very helpful! Echoed all the things my holistic nurse/nutritionist told me about managing my anxiety, so it is a great reference book for me.