Holistic Ways to Treat Mental Health and Depression: Amandha Vollmer (ADV) with Vinny B
Video Overview
In this video, Amandha Vollmer (ADV) and Vinny B delve into a range of critical issues, with a particular emphasis on addressing mental health and depression. They highlight the alarming suicide rates globally, noting that men suffer from higher rates than women. ADV posits that societal stereotypes placed on men contribute significantly to their mental health struggles, leading to an increased risk of depression. Vinny B points out that women’s tendency to openly communicate their feelings helps them release negative emotions, whereas men are often less vocal about their personal struggles, potentially exacerbating their mental health issues by retaining these negative emotions.
The discussion also covers the topic of addiction and drug use. ADV warns about the addictive nature of certain prescription drugs, highlighting the danger they pose, including the risk of death from withdrawal if discontinued abruptly. She further explains how drug use and addiction can lead to or worsen mental health and depressive disorders, as dependencies on substances can cause significant problems in an individual’s life. ADV emphasizes that resorting to drugs and alcohol as coping mechanisms for negative emotions and experiences only perpetuates the cycle of trauma. She advocates for healthier coping strategies.
Furthermore, ADV introduces tapping exercises as a method for dealing with trauma stored in the physical body. She explains the technique of tapping on specific meridian points to acknowledge and address current issues, promoting emotional and trauma release.
In addition to mental health and addiction, ADV and Vinny B explore various other subjects, including law, parenting, the misconceptions surrounding climate change, medical fraud, and more. They encourage viewers to watch the video for insightful information that can aid in navigating life’s challenges and fostering positive experiences and memories.
Visit the links below for more information on discussed topics in this video!
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mood-mind-and-microbes/202304/depression-serotonin-and-the-gut
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32450998/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34595858/
https://neurosciencenews.com/depression-gut-bacteria-10685/
