Depression Richmond Acupuncture Insomnia Anxiety Fatigue VA Clinic

There are about 8 million Americans that are afflicted with depression. Depression is a mood disorder characterized by both physical and psychological symptoms that can be detrimental to one's normal daily functioning. Depressed individuals often suffer from poor sleeping habits, crying spells, anxiety, worry, poor memory, inability to concentrate, body aches, stomach disturbances and a lack of interest in activities previously enjoyed.

Acupuncture and Chinese herbs is a very effective to treat depression, anxiety, stress-induced fatigue and emotions swings resulting in long-term benefits. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal treatment treat the root cause of the disease-the internal imbalance caused by the exposure to external stress. Such stress, if not treated, can cause energy "blockage" or changes of the neurotransmitters such as a decrease of brain concentration of the serotonin levels-resulting in symptoms such as anxiety, poor sleep, fatigue, and eventually, depression. If you would like to pursue this form of Chinese medicine treatment or information, please contact us.