Mental

The acknowledgment of the mind/body connection is the cornerstone of the growing vitalistic health movement. How we operate and use our minds affects every other aspect of our health.

mental health

Are you open to new ideas? Do you seek out new experiences and learn new skills? What is the quality of the information and entertainment you allow into your mind?

Consider the aspects of mental health and then rate your current mental health across the following areas:

  • Self-esteem
  • Continuing education
  • Growth experiences
  • Significant ideas
  • TV time wasting
  • Attitude and openness
  • Art and culture
  • Books and tapes
  • Music appreciation
  • Hobbies

Dr. Chris  Asks some important questions of interest to Anacortes residents - Chiropractor Anacortes Dr. Chris Asks...

What's the difference between sick care and health care?
Sick care is largely about relieving or suppressing symptoms. Health care is about improving performance. While sick care is about how you feel, health care is about how you function. Sick care is what you do to treat an obvious problem, and health care is what you do to avoid the problem and advance your well-being.
What's the difference between a "good" drug and a "bad" drug?
As a chiropractor, I see the use of many drugs (legal or illegal) as merely symptom treating. Worse, virtually every drug produces unwanted effects. The effects of chiropractic are largely positive effects. If you're a Anacortes parent, consider carefully before giving your child a cough medication, cold remedy or pain reliever so this sort of question doesn't arise in the first place.