Those Chinese remedies..

Phil · 15th December 2008, 20:47

Hi, anyone used those Chinese remedies?

I'm a bit embarrassed by this but I seem to have some kind of OCD. This takes form most prominantly in my job. For example, doing a service or repair, or even switching off and locking up the workshop is a bit of a repetitive exercise. I find myself repeating myself and doing the same thing sometimes dozens of times. Sometimes I feel like I'm going mad.
Anyway, clutching at straws and feeling very stupid I thought I'd give these Chinese things a go. I have been given rose flower buds that go in hot water and you drink it. That isn't very pleasant and some tablets that look like rabbit droppings.

JohnDotCom · 15th December 2008, 20:50

Some people swear by these type remedies, and for some things they seem to work according to the patient,
all I would say is if it is "real" illness/disease such as Diabetes etc,
none of these Potions will work and can be dangerous, so just be careful out there,
and if it works for your aliment great, if not seek assistance from your GP.
Never stop taking a prescribed medication until discussion with your practitioner. (I know not relevant in this instance)

Phil · 15th December 2008, 20:58

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Originally Posted by JohnDotCom

Some people swear by these type remedies,
all I would say is if it is "real" illness/disease such as Diabetes etc,
none of these Potions will work and can be dangerous, so just be careful out there,
and if it works for your aliment great, if not seek assistance from your GP.
Never stop taking a prescribed medication until discussion with your practitioner. (I know not relevant in this instance)

I agree. I don't think it is anything a doctor can help with so I'm not going to go and waste thier time. I find it all a bit embarrassing tbh. I thought I'd give them a go as I had nothing to loose.

Zeb · 15th December 2008, 21:07

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Originally Posted by Phil

I agree. I don't think it is anything a doctor can help with so I'm not going to go and waste thier time. I find it all a bit embarrassing tbh. I thought I'd give them a go as I had nothing to loose.

The Doctor CAN help! This is a recognised condition and surprisingly common. The remedies include counselling and / or cognitive behaviour therapy which I understand to be quite effective in many cases.

Phil · 15th December 2008, 21:13

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Originally Posted by Zeb

The Doctor CAN help! This is a recognised condition and surprisingly common. The remedies include counselling and / or cognitive behaviour therapy which I understand to be quite effective in many cases.

Counselling?? I certainly don't want to make a fuss. What is cognitive behaviour therapy?

Kandyman · 15th December 2008, 21:15

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) describes a number of therapies that all have a similar approach to solving problems, which can range from sleeping difficulties or relationship problems, to drug and alcohol abuse or anxiety and depression. CBT works by changing people's attitudes and their behaviour. The therapies focus on the thoughts, images, beliefs and attitudes that we hold (our cognitive processes) and how this relates to the way we behave, as a way of dealing with emotional problems.

http://www.mind.org.uk/Information/B...ngsenseCBT.htm

JohnDotCom · 15th December 2008, 21:15

There is a link here Phil:

http://www.cognitivebehaviourtherapy.org.uk/whatis

JohnDotCom · 15th December 2008, 21:16

Beat me to it Andy.

Kandyman · 15th December 2008, 21:17

Loads to read up on Phil.

And don't be embarrassed and please do make a fuss with you doctor.

Phil · 15th December 2008, 21:18

Thanks guys. Maybe I'll think about going and have a chat.

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Phil This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wales Posts: 12,227 Thanks: 469 Thanked 523 Times in 241 Posts	Those Chinese remedies.. Hi, anyone used those Chinese remedies? I'm a bit embarrassed by this but I seem to have some kind of OCD. This takes form most prominantly in my job. For example, doing a service or repair, or even switching off and locking up the workshop is a bit of a repetitive exercise. I find myself repeating myself and doing the same thing sometimes dozens of times. Sometimes I feel like I'm going mad. Anyway, clutching at straws and feeling very stupid I thought I'd give these Chinese things a go. I have been given rose flower buds that go in hot water and you drink it. That isn't very pleasant and some tablets that look like rabbit droppings. __________________

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JohnDotCom * Rover 75 FaceLift Tourer CDTi 170BHP Auto ConnSE 2005 Model Starlight Silver Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Abergele Posts: 28,735 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Some people swear by these type remedies, and for some things they seem to work according to the patient, all I would say is if it is "real" illness/disease such as Diabetes etc, none of these Potions will work and can be dangerous, so just be careful out there, and if it works for your aliment great, if not seek assistance from your GP. Never stop taking a prescribed medication until discussion with your practitioner. (I know not relevant in this instance) Last edited by JohnDotCom; 15th December 2008 at 20:53..

15th December 2008, 21:18	#10
Phil This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wales Posts: 12,227 Thanks: 469 Thanked 523 Times in 241 Posts	Thanks guys. Maybe I'll think about going and have a chat. __________________

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Kandyman Banned ROVER 75 2.5 V6 Connoisseur SE Limousine 2004 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Welling Posts: 10,995 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) describes a number of therapies that all have a similar approach to solving problems, which can range from sleeping difficulties or relationship problems, to drug and alcohol abuse or anxiety and depression. CBT works by changing people's attitudes and their behaviour. The therapies focus on the thoughts, images, beliefs and attitudes that we hold (our cognitive processes) and how this relates to the way we behave, as a way of dealing with emotional problems. http://www.mind.org.uk/Information/B...ngsenseCBT.htm

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JohnDotCom * Rover 75 FaceLift Tourer CDTi 170BHP Auto ConnSE 2005 Model Starlight Silver Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Abergele Posts: 28,735 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Beat me to it Andy.

15th December 2008, 21:17	#9
Kandyman Banned ROVER 75 2.5 V6 Connoisseur SE Limousine 2004 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Welling Posts: 10,995 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Loads to read up on Phil. And don't be embarrassed and please do make a fuss with you doctor.