Improve Physiological Relaxation in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder with Yoga

  Improve Physiological Relaxation in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder with Yoga   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “mindfulness has emerged as a way of treating children and adolescents with conditions ranging from ADHD to anxiety, autism spectrum disorders, depression and stress. And the benefits are proving to be tremendous.” – Juliann Garey   Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is […]

Improve Type 2 Diabetes with Yoga

Improve Type 2 Diabetes with Yoga   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Stress elevates blood sugar, which can lead to more diabetes complications. Yoga helps us center ourselves, and centering calms us and can help keep blood sugar levels balanced.” – Janet Zappe   Diabetes is a major health issue. It is estimated […]

Improve Treatment Resistant Major Depression with Yoga

Improve Treatment Resistant Major Depression with Yoga   By John M. de Castro, Ph.D.   “Some people who haven’t responded to traditional treatments might do well with yoga, because unlike antidepressant drugs, yoga and deep breathing target the autonomic nervous system.” – Amanda MacMillan   Clinically diagnosed depression is the most common mental illness, affecting […]