According to The Mayo Clinic, “Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain and spinal cord process painful and nonpainful signals.” Symptoms of Fibromyalgia include pain, anxiety, depression, brain fog, fatigue and headaches. While the exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown, it can be managed and…
Studies have shown that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can lead to chronic illness and disease. Here are some examples of ACEs; Emotional neglect War Serious Accidents Disasters Physical and sexual abuse. Alcohol abuse or mental illness in the house Parental absence due to incarceration or divorce Death of a parent Bullying Extreme Poverty The theory is that extreme emotional trauma is an impetus for a number of physical changes within…
