Don Colbert - The New Bible Cure For Depression & Anxiety: Ancient Truths, Natural Remedies, and the Latest Findings for Your Health Today (New Bible Cure (Siloam))

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The New Bible Cure for Depression and Anxiety by Don Colbert, MD

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Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are from the New Living Translation of the Bible, copyright 1996, 2004. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, IL 60189. All rights reserved.

Scripture quotations marked AMP are from the Amplified Bible. Old Testament copyright 1965, 1987 by the Zondervan Corporation. The Amplified New Testament copyright 1954, 1958, 1987 by the Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.

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Scripture quotations marked NKJV are from the New King James Version of the Bible. Copyright 1979, 1980, 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc., publishers. Used by permission.

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Copyright 2009 by Don Colbert, MD

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Library of Congress Cataloging in Publication

Colbert, Don.

The new Bible cure for depression and anxiety / Don Colbert.

p. cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. ) and index.

ISBN 978-1-59979-760-1

1. Depression, Mental--Religious aspects--Christianity. 2. Anxiety--Religious aspects--Christianity. I. Title.

RC537.C6335 2009

616.8527--dc22

2009029220

Portions of this book were previously published as The Bible Cure for Depression and Anxiety by Siloam, ISBN 0-88419-650-X, copyright 1999.

This book contains the opinions and ideas of its author. It is solely for informational and educational purposes and should not be regarded as a substitute for professional medical treatment. The nature of your bodys health condition is complex and unique. Therefore, you should consult a health professional before you begin any new exercise, nutrition, or supplementation program or if you have questions about your health. Neither the author nor the publisher shall be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising from any information or suggestion in this book.

The statements in this book about consumable products or food have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The publisher is not responsible for your specific health or allergy needs that may require medical supervision. The publisher is not responsible for any adverse reactions to the consumption of food or products that have been suggested in this book.

While the author has made every effort to provide accurate telephone numbers and Internet addresses at the time of publication, neither the publisher nor the author assumes any responsibility for errors or for changes that occur after publication.

If you are experiencing severe anxiety, depression, suicidal thinking, or thoughts of harming others, it is critically important that you consult a primary care physician or go to an emergency room.

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Contents

introduction: A Brand-New Bible Cure for a Brand-New You!

1 Joy Instead of Sadness

Are You Depressed? A self-test Three Types of Depression Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Theories About Depression Is Age a Factor? Physical Factors Serotonin: Your Bodys Feel Good Chemical Spiritual Factors of Depression

2 Peace Instead of Anxiety

Generalized Anxiety Disorder Phobias Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Panic Disorder Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Defeating Anxiety Disorders The Prescription of Gods Word

3 Joy-filled Living With New Thought Patterns

It All Starts With Your Thoughts Detecting Viruses in Your Mental Computer Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Distortional Thought Patterns 1. What if thinking 2. Catastrophizing 3. Habitually expecting the worst outcome 4. Leaping to conclusions 5. Black-and-white thinking 6. Unenforceable rules 7. Labeling 8. Negative filter 9. Emotional reasoning 10. The blame game Putting Your Thought Patterns on Trial

4 Joy-filled Living With Proper Nutrition and Diet

The Connection Between Food and Mood Food Allergies and Sensitivities Food Additives Choose a Healthy Diet The Benefits of Tea Dietary Fat and Depression Beneficial fats Toxic fats Fats allowed in moderation Serotonin-boosting Snacks

5 Joy-filled Living With Nutritional Supplementation

Nutrient Deficiencies The B vitamin family Magnesium Chromium Antidepressants vs. Natural Supplements Supplements for Depression SAM-e (S-adenosyl methionine) 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) and L-tryptophan L-tyrosine St. Johns wort Supplements for Anxiety L-theanine GABA (gamma-amino butyric acid) 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) and L-tryptophan Kava kava Lemon balm and valerian root Targeted Amino Acid Therapy Depression and Hormones Progesterone Estrogen Testosterone Thyroid

6 Joy-filled Living With Exercise and Rest

Restoring Adrenal Function The Importance of Sleep Relaxation Techniques Prescribing the Peace of God

7 Joy-filled Living With the Word of God

When Spiritual Warfare Is Needed Speak Uplifting and Encouraging Words Think Joyful Thoughts Avoid Resentment and Unforgiveness Six-Months-to-Live Test The Power of Gratitude

A Personal Note from Don Colbert

appendix a Confessions for Peace of Mind

appendix b Resources for Depression and Anxiety

Notes

Introduction: A Brand-New Bible Cure for a Brand-New You!

The secret is out even Christians get depressed. Unfortunately, Christian people often feel that they must hide their pain and pretend that nothing is wrong. This act in itself can make their condition much worse and more difficult to overcome. If you are battling with depression or anxiety, or if someone in your family is suffering from depression or anxiety, I can confidently tell you that there is hope.

Before I go any further, it is important that I make the following statement: If you or a loved one are having any suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming yourself or others in any way, it is critically important that you consult your primary care physician or go to the nearest emergency room. Thoughts such as these mean that you are suffering from severe depression, and you will probably need special attention in order to control the severity of your symptoms.

However, for the majority of people, the concepts outlined in this book will help you to overcome both depression and anxiety without the use of medications. You or a loved one may feel depressed or anxious at the moment, but you took an important first step toward complete healing, health, and joy when you picked up this book. As a caring Christian and as a medical doctor, I wrote this book specifically to help you and those you love take hold of what Jesus called inexpressible joy. (This must surely be the opposite of depression, an inexpressible sadness.) The apostle Peter said that this kind of joy stems from our love for Jesus Christ: You love him even though you have never seen him. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy (1 Pet. 1:8).

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