::The Vicious Cycle ::

The Vicious Cycle

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FAMILY SUPPORT

Learn as much as you can about Tinnitus.
Challenge distorted thoughts, maintain a positive mental attitude.
Get them moving.
Be compassionate, but tough.
Be patient: learning to manage Tinnitus takes time.
Maintain your social contacts and interests.
Keep yourself and your spouse emotionally and physically fit.
Limit the time discussing Tinnitus.

THE IMPORTANCE OF FOCUS

The more a person focuses on their Tinnitus, the louder it will appear, and the more distressed they will become.

LIFESTYLE

The anecdotal evidence of a direct link between Tinnitus and stress is overwhelming.

As much as possible, reduce the stress in your life and have a positive mental attitude.

TINNITUS CATCH 22

The more attention you pay to your Tinnitus and pursue ways of lessening its effects, the more you are likely to focus on it and treat it as significant.

There is no cure for Tinnitus. Searching for treatments that purportedly lessen the effects of Tinnitus is counter-productive.

Avoid monitoring your Tinnitus.

OVERCOMING YOUR FEARS

Once you have addressed your fears, you must put them aside.

Failure to do so will make it more difficult to manage your Tinnitus.

STRESS MANAGEMENT

Employ relaxation and stress management strategies that work for you.

Relaxation should be proactive.

ACCEPT YOUR TINNITUS

You must stop worrying about your Tinnitus and accept it as part of your life.

YOU MUST MOVE ON

Although it is natural to grieve the onset of your Tinnitus, it is unhealthy to remain angry, anxious or depressed.