ICNM 2014 – Dr. Baylac Speaks On Anxiety: A Naturopathic Psychiatric Approach
International Congress on Naturopathic Medicine (ICNM) is a nonprofit consortium of certified naturopaths and healthcare professionals dedicated to defining the future of Naturopathic Medicine through education, research and collaboration.
Following the success of ICNM 2013, the second International Congress on Naturopathic Medicine, ICNM 2014, took place in Paris, France, July 4-6, 2014.
This event is the premier International Congress for the most influential and inspiring Naturopathic Medicine practitioners and healthcare professionals who are dedicated to improving patient care. Some of the finest Naturopaths from more than 46 countries gathered together to update their knowledge and skills and learnt from more than 40 internationally recognized researchers and clinicians.
Amongst the 40 clinicians was Hawaii Naturopathic Retreat’s medical director, Maya Nicole Baylac, who spoke on Anxiety: A Naturopathic Psychiatric Approach.
The presentation discusses:
- The symptoms of anxiety, its physical and psychological symptoms
- Anxiety disorders
- The origin of anxiety, the body’s response to chronic and acute stress
- The neurophysiology of stress Adapted and maladapted stress response. Acute and chronic stress
- Effect of anxiety on mental and physical health
- Conventional treatment of anxiety. Benzodiazepines + SSRIs
- Naturopathic assessment of anxiety. History taking, physical exam, laboratory testing
- Treating the cause. Fear, emotional stress and oxidative stress
- Treatment: Eliminating environmental and social stressors
- Treatment: Biochemistry of anxiety. Nutrition, detoxification, IV, exercise
- Case study with treatment outcome
You can view and download the full presentation on SlideShare –
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If you missed last years presentation (ICNM – 2013) – you can view it below.
Psychology, Spirituality and Lifestyle Changes in Naturopathic Medicine
We are proud to announce the participation as speaker of our medical director and doctor, Maya Nicole Baylac, today at the ICNM 2013 held in Paris. Dr. Baylac discussed, Psychology, Spirituality and Lifestyle Changes in Naturopathic Medicine. ICNM 2013 (International Congress of Naturopathic Medicine) is the premier international congress for the most influential and inspiring […]
