Mrs. D....
The learned response from childhood may have something to do with "hypervigilance." It is almost a form of PTSD. If you google it...you will read much info. Some of the writings (even quotes) of Vicktor Frankel can be helpful.

BTW, are we talking about the Food & Mood book again? I reaaaallly like that book as well. A keeper!

Can you be much more specific about the primrose...the night sweats are a big concern over here! HELP!

thanks.