RECOGNISING CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

RECOGNISING CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

Although studied since the 1930s, M.E. (myalgic encephalomyelitis) or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has only come into the spotlight in the last twenty years.

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn't improve with rest. Although there are many theories about what causes this condition — ranging from viral infections to psychological stress — in most cases the cause is still unknown.

Since it is not completely understood, there are many proposed treatments some of which involve drugs and others which investigate the causes of the disease by use of other therapies.

Because its symptoms are difficult to measure, CFS wasn't widely accepted as a real medical condition for several years. Today, however, doctors and researchers agree that this chronic condition should be taken seriously.

Are you feeling tired all the time or drained, with little energy?

Are you feeling detached from people and gaining little satisfaction from any of the work you are carrying out?

Are you feeling stuck in a situation from which you can't find your way out or are you unable to meet constant demands and becoming increasingly overwhelmed and depleted?

These are all signs that your mind and body are relentlessly strained. The result is burnout or chronic fatigue syndrome, a physical, mental and emotional response to constant high levels of stress.

Below is a list of stress symptoms that you may be experiencing, note whether each of the following is "mostly true" or "mostly false" for you.

•    I feel emotionally exhausted
•    I recently lost my sense of humour
•    I feel quite irritable
•    I don't like talking to people
•    I feel trapped
•    I have difficulty sleeping
•    I find it difficult to switch off and relax
•    I don't have any time for myself
•    I feel constantly tired and worn out
•    I am drinking more than usual
•    I frequently have physical symptoms such as muscle tension and digestive problems

Count up the number of "mostly true" answers you gave. If your score is 10 or more, then you are showing signs of constant overload and need some help to prevent things getting any worse.
 
TREATING CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

Using hypnotherapy and a range of other psychological techniques Alix Needham will help you to re-programme your mind and adjust your lifestyle to get your life back on track. She will help you to identify the causes of your tiredness and adjust your mindset so that you take care of your self emotionally and physically.  Sleep and rest will recharge your mind and body so that you have more energy to live the life that’s right for you. 

If you feel that you have chronic fatigue syndrome and would benefit from hypnotherapy please contact Alix Needham on 0207 935 1965 or email info@alixneedham.com for a  free initial consultation.