acupuncture for mental health
STRESS, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, SLEEP & INSOMNIA | SWINDON & CIRENCESTER
professional acupuncture
in Swindon & Cirencester
Acupuncture is increasingly recognized for its ability to support mental health, offering a natural, non-invasive approach to stress relief, anxiety, sleep disorders, and depression. By targeting the nervous system and balancing brain chemistry, acupuncture promotes emotional resilience and well-being.
BROWSE SERVICES:
STRESS RELIEF
Acupuncture helps calm the mind by deactivating the brain's 'analytical' regions, which are often responsible for worry and anxiety.
It also influences areas of the brain that regulate emotional stress, reducing your sensitivity to stressors and helping you feel more at ease.
STRESS-RELATED CONDITIONS
Many individuals find that acupuncture not only alleviates stress but also helps manage stress-related conditions.
By addressing the root cause of stress, acupuncture can improve overall well-being and provide relief from these secondary conditions.
Stress-related conditions may include:
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insomnia,
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back pain, chronic pain,
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headaches, migraines,
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irritable bowel syndrome,
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peri- and post-menopausal symptoms,
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premenstrual syndrome,
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and urinary incontinence.
IMPROVING SLEEP
Acupuncture triggers the release of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and endorphins, which play key roles in reducing stress, anxiety, and pain – common causes of sleep disturbances.
By calming the nervous system and promoting relaxation, acupuncture can enhance the quality of your sleep, offering a natural remedy for insomnia and other sleep-related issues.
MANAGING ANXIETY
Stress activates the sympathetic nervous system, placing the body in a heightened 'fight-or-flight' state. Prolonged stress can leave your nervous system stuck in this mode, making it difficult to relax.
Acupuncture works by activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which counters the effects of the sympathetic response. This helps 'switch off' the fight-or-flight mode, allowing you to feel calm and centred.
SUPPORTING THOSE WITH DEPRESSION
Acupuncture can enhance positive emotions and create a sense of well-being by regulating key brain chemicals like serotonin, dopamine, noradrenaline, and GABA, which all play crucial roles in mood stabilization.
Depression is also linked to the brain’s 'default mode network' – a network that connects different parts of the brain during rest. A study by Dhond (2007) showed that acupuncture may influence this network, making it a potentially effective treatment for certain aspects of depression.
NATURAL ALTERNATIVE
Research consistently demonstrates that acupuncture can be as effective as, or even more effective than, medication for anxiety and depression, without the unwanted side effects often associated with these pharmaceuticals.
Many people choose acupuncture to reduce or avoid the need for antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications.
For others, acupuncture can enhance the efficacy of their medication while minimizing side effects. It is also frequently used to support emotional stability during the process of weaning off medication.
Acupuncture offers a comprehensive approach to mental health, addressing both the symptoms and underlying causes of emotional distress.
Whether you are looking for an alternative to medication or seeking additional support for your mental well-being, acupuncture provides a natural and effective path to a more balanced and peaceful state of mind.
Cirencester
Cirencester Hypnotherapy & Health Centre, 84 Dyer Street, Cirencester, GL7 2PF
