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3C THE DAILY ASTORIAN • FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2015 JOSHUA BESSEX — The Daily Astorian Leland “Bud” Lewis, a World War II veteran and member of SC-186, gives a thumbs up during the OBON 2015 Returning Ceremony at the Barbey Center March 19. The ceremony was the first public ceremony for WWII veterans and their families to return Yosegaki Hinomarus (Japanese family flags). Lewis was one of several who gave their Yosegaki Hinomaru to OBON to be returned to Japan. Photos of the Month JOSHUA BESSEX — The Daily Astorian Sea lions and seals rest on the docks of the East Mooring Basin March 24. Daily Astorian photog- rapher Josh Bessex is col- lecting some of his favorite photographs at the end of each month to display online. Some have been published in the newspaper and others have not. They are available at http://bit.ly/1MBhJIK JOSHUA BESSEX — The Daily Astorian Astoria’s Samboy Tuimato, No. 19, dives back to the bag during a pickoff at- tempt in the second inning of the baseball game against Corbett March 18. Aromatherapy can offer help for PTSD By ANGELA SIDLO For The Daily Astorian Post-traumatic stress dis- order, commonly known as PTSD, is an anxiety disorder that can develop after expe- riencing a traumatic event. Typically, this event threat- ens serious physical danger or involves physical violence. Following this experience, an individual may feel scared, confused or angry. However if these feelings continue long- term and become disruptive to daily activities, they may be suffering from PTSD. Nearly 7.7 million Amer- icans suffer from PTSD each year. Most public attention for PTSD is related to war veterans. However, it can result from common events such as a car accident, natural disaster or personal assault. It is estimated that among veterans, the rate of PTSD is somewhere between 14 and 33 percent. Not everyone who experiences a traumatic event will suffer from PTSD, but being aware of the symptoms and stressors could help with treatment and prevention. Mood management ther- Submitted photo Aroma therapy can help alleviate PTSD. apy using pharmaceuticals is the most common way that PTSD is treated in the United States. Today, information re- garding integrative therapies is more widespread and re- search substantiating the use of aromatherapy for depres- sion, anxiety and emotional support is strengthening. All of these symptoms can be as- sociated with PTSD. Aromatherapy is the ther- apeutic use of essential oils to address various physical, mental and emotions con- cerns. For more than 3,500 years, history has document- ed the use of essential oils for healing the body, mind and emotion. Recent research has proven, for instance, that lem- on essential oil can be used to lift mild depression. Aro- matherapy is a natural, less invasive treatment for chronic DIÀLFWLRQV Many people with PTSD recover over time, but about 1 out of 3 experience PTSD as a recurring challenge. The use of aromatherapy in these cases has many advantages. If used correctly, they have min- imal to no adverse side effects when used over time. Aroma- therapy is also a healthy alter- native, and essential oils when diluted and applied to the skin (or inhaled) can display al- most immediate results. Essential oils are distilled directly from plants. Essential oils are powerful and con- centrated and should not be applied to the skin undiluted. Dilute with a carrier oil such as sweet almond oil or jojoba oil. Using essential oils when treating PTSD should be part of a comprehensive program discussed with your doctor DQGDFHUWL¿HGDURPDWKHUDSLVW as part of a consistent routine. The recommended integrative therapies solution is a combi- nation of wellness protocols such as holistic nutrition, aromatherapy and tai chi or qigong. To compliment a bal- anced and consistent program, here are some suggestions for simple, yet effective uses of aromatherapy at home. • Diffuse undiluted essen- tial oils into the air on a room- by-room basis to assist with mood balancing. Inexpensive Angela Sidlo room diffusers can be pur- chased locally. • Put a few drops of essen- tial oils in a handful of Epsom salts and add to your bath wa- ter or a relaxing foot soak. • Add essential oils to a spray bottle with water and spritz your pillow at bedtime for a good night sleep. • Carry an inhaler with es- sential oils for quick relief of feelings of anxiety or depres- sion. Essential oils known for their anti-anxiety and antide- pressant qualities include: ber- gamot, chamomile, geranium, lavender, lemon, pine, rose, rosemary and sandalwood. AnJela SiGlo is a Ferti¿eG holistic aromatherapist in As- toria, and the Oregon director for the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy. W hile other n ew spa pers give you less, The D a ily Astoria n GIVES YOU M ORE O u r n ew C APITAL B UREAU covers the sta te for you From left: Peter W on g, H illa ry Borru d , M a teu sz Perk ow sk i
