Is Aromatherapy Effective in Reducing Anxiety
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Did you know that some odours have been scientifically shown to alter your mood? The sense of smell is extremely powerful, and the correct perfume may lift your spirits or calm you down in times of stress or anxiety. Aromatherapy, or the use of essential oils for aromatherapy, is becoming an increasingly popular approach to alleviate stress at home, work, and even in schools. While no clinical trials have been conducted explicitly on this issue, enough positive feedback from users has prompted many researchers to infer that it works. Aromatherapy with essential oils is thought to be beneficial in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and other stress-related ailments such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), all of which are common in today's culture. Anxiety disorders impact approximately 33% of the general population at some point in their lives. While some individuals believe that aromatherapy is only useful as a complementary medication, many doctors prescribe it as an alternative treatment for patients with anxiety disorders who have not found relief from chemical drugs or cognitive behavioural therapy. Smells have the power to make us hungry, thirsty, and even recall long-forgotten memories. They can also provide us with a sense of serenity and relaxation. Lavender, cedarwood, vetiver, jasmine, patchouli, sandalwood, bergamot, and ylang-ylang are all relaxing essential oils. Although these oils are effective for the majority of people, studies have shown that bergamot, in particular, might actually aggravate anxiety.

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