Explores the mental, physical, cellular and biochemical aspects of environmental illnesses such as obesity, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, PTSD, fibromyalgia, chemical sensitivities, neurological disorders and numerous others. We advocate for better access to medical care, healthier lifestyles, resource conservation and the use of assistance animals for the disabled to promote a better quality of life.
Showing posts with label psychiatric symptoms. Show all posts
Showing posts with label psychiatric symptoms. Show all posts
Friday, October 23, 2009
Fibromyalgia pain severity not linked to psychological symptoms
"A new study finds that the pain of fibromyalgia is linked to reduced activity in the areas of the brain that inhibit sensation and dispells the myth that the illness and severity of pain reported is linked to psychological causes." According to researcher, "we've made careful measurements and have found no correlation at all between pain sensitivity in fibromyalgia patients and the degree of anxiety or depression they show." Click here to read more.
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