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Posted by cadett on December 12, 2015, at 10:21:59
after looking through the search engine I see this has been covered over the years.
My question is has anyone recieved any relief from botox injections.
Thank you.
Posted by Jeroen on December 13, 2015, at 7:43:52
In reply to botox for depression, posted by cadett on December 12, 2015, at 10:21:59
Hi i'm sorry to hear you're also suffering
but i don't think Botox injections for blepharospasm or nystagmus can bring any relief from depression, by my knowing it will make things worse.
Posted by PeterMartin on December 13, 2015, at 9:40:17
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by Jeroen on December 13, 2015, at 7:43:52
> Hi i'm sorry to hear you're also suffering
>
> but i don't think Botox injections for blepharospasm or nystagmus can bring any relief from depression, by my knowing it will make things worse.
Never used it but I think the theory is use it around the mouth, smile much easier/frequently, brain recognizes this and releases more positive chemicals.....
Posted by SLS on December 13, 2015, at 10:10:11
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by PeterMartin on December 13, 2015, at 9:40:17
> > Hi i'm sorry to hear you're also suffering
> >
> > but i don't think Botox injections for blepharospasm or nystagmus can bring any relief from depression, by my knowing it will make things worse.
> Never used it but I think the theory is use it around the mouth, smile much easier/frequently, brain recognizes this and releases more positive chemicals.....That is my understanding as well.
- Scott
Posted by cadett on December 13, 2015, at 11:36:48
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by SLS on December 13, 2015, at 10:10:11
Thank you for all the replies. The study I have been reading shows it given between the eyes, the frown line so to speak. It would be a costly trial but worth it if it worked.
Posted by Hugh on December 13, 2015, at 19:35:12
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by cadett on December 13, 2015, at 11:36:48
If you have a lot of frown line activity between your eyebrows and/or on your forehead, then Botox could do a lot of good for your depression. I don't frown much -- at least, I don't think I do. Otherwise, I would have tried Botox. I still might try it one of these days.
Posted by Lamdage22 on December 21, 2015, at 13:26:21
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by Hugh on December 13, 2015, at 19:35:12
So it makes you look happy and therefore it makes you feel happy?
Posted by Hugh on December 22, 2015, at 11:49:51
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by Lamdage22 on December 21, 2015, at 13:26:21
Botox paralyzes the frown line and worry line muscles in the forehead. By preventing depressed people from using these muscles, it makes it more difficult for them to experience negative emotions.
Posted by Lamdage22 on December 22, 2015, at 12:05:53
In reply to Re: botox for depression » Lamdage22, posted by Hugh on December 22, 2015, at 11:49:51
that sounds a little brave new world to me but i guess since its temporary it might be worth a try.
Posted by Hugh on December 23, 2015, at 13:05:31
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by Lamdage22 on December 22, 2015, at 12:05:53
People receiving this treatment have experienced significant relief from depression that lasts for a few months. This article contains detailed information about the injection sites and how much Botox is used (in section 2.2. Study design):
http://www.botoxfordepression.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Finzi-Rosenthal-Article-FINAL-copy1.pdf
Posted by Jeroen on December 23, 2015, at 13:13:09
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by Hugh on December 23, 2015, at 13:05:31
how can affect a botox injection for cosmetic purposed affect severe depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar, i'm really surprised...
Posted by Hugh on December 24, 2015, at 13:31:30
In reply to Re: botox for depression, posted by Jeroen on December 23, 2015, at 13:13:09
Your facial expression can have a significant impact on your mood. So can your posture. You might find this TED Talk interesting:
https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are?language=en
Jeroen, I think you might be Dutch or Flemish (sorry if I'm wrong). Here's a Dutch transcript for this TED Talk:
https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are/transcript?language=nl
Posted by Jeroen on December 24, 2015, at 13:41:30
In reply to Re: botox for depression » Jeroen, posted by Hugh on December 24, 2015, at 13:31:30
thanks for the translation
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