The adrenals are responsible for the fight or flight reaction and making sex hormones (libido). When the adrenals become fatigued, the body responds with apathy, exhaustion and "sputters" of unexplained adrenaline. Adrenal fatigue symptoms largely overlap with depression and anxiety making it hard to diagnose. In this presentation, Dr. Snipes encourages clinicians to educate clients about adrenal fatigue and the importance of taking care of the body in addition to the mind in the recovery process.

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