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Caring for the Health and Emotional Wellbeing of Seniors During the Pandemic
By Staff Reporter | May 18, 2020 10:15 PM EDTSenior citizens are at the top of the list of people at risk for contracting and unfortunately, passing away from the coronavirus. This is in great part due to their weaker immune systems and common existing health problems associated with aging. As such, it has been highly recommended that seniors do their best to remain at home to reduce the likelihood of contracting the virus.
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Productive Practices to Employ in Your Everyday Life
By Staff Reporter | May 16, 2020 02:08 AM EDTStaying active, productive, and keeping your mind at work, is a great way of staying healthy and happy. This is particularly true during lockdown, when it can feel easy to slip into a rut of laziness, without any clear-cut schedule. But with monotony talking its toll and resulting in a serious lack of motivation for many, how do we keep on top of a consistent workflow and schedule? Stuck for inspiration on how to stay productive and pro-active during the self-isolation, and also generally in your everyday life going forward? Take a look at this short list that we’ve compiled, detailing some practices that you might want to try and employ where possible.
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How Does Grooming and Good Hygiene Impact Mental Health?
By Staff Reporter | May 07, 2020 03:34 PM EDTMost people relate good hygiene and grooming to their looks. They want to smell good when they go out, look as handsome as possible, and create a lasting impression on others. But do you know that grooming and good hygiene affect your mental health as well? Grooming and good hygiene are not just about your looks. You might be surprised to learn about the many ways in which your mind benefits from maintaining your looks and practicing proper hygiene.
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Why You Should Try Social Stories for Children with Autism
By Eric Hamilton | May 07, 2020 11:06 AM EDTChildren with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have impaired brain development and function. Unlike normal children, they are different in thinking and are less responsive than others. Also, they are not quick learners, so you have to teach them a different way.
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How to Improve Your Mental Health Besides Going to Therapy
By Staff Reporter | Apr 27, 2020 03:59 PM EDTIt is a given that therapy - talk therapy, in particular - has a positive impact on your emotional and mental state.
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How College Students Can Support Their Mental Health
By Staff Reporter | Apr 13, 2020 10:03 AM EDTAll students have to face overload which may lead to stress and even depression. To feel better, they need to know the ways of supporting their mental health.
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Insanity Defense: Unintentional Crimes Due To Mental Disorders
By Eric Hamilton | Apr 08, 2020 08:41 AM EDTOur legal system is designed to punish the guilty and serve fair justice to the victims. However, there are some exceptional situations when the system does not work on these lines. One of these is the insanity defense, which lets a defendant plead not guilty by reason of insanity.
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New Research Sheds Light on Potentially Negative Effects of Cannabis
By Staff Reporter | Mar 30, 2020 01:13 PM EDTCoughing fits, anxiety and paranoia are three of the most common adverse reactions to cannabis, according to a recent study by Washington State University researchers.
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Obesity Alert for April 2020
By Staff Reporter | Mar 24, 2020 08:30 AM EDTAll print, broadcast and online journalists who receive the Obesity embargo alert agree to abide by the embargo and may not publish, post, broadcast or distribute embargoed news releases or details of the embargoed studies before the embargo date and time.
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Actionable Tips for When Your Parent is Diagnosed with Alzheimer's
By Eric Hamilton | Mar 16, 2020 11:53 AM EDTIf your parent has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's, you mostly know they've had some form of dementia for one to two years leading up to the diagnosis. It can be a very trying and stressful time. Whether you're on the cusp of finding out what the true diagnosis is or if you've just learned they have the disease, here are suggestions for coping and helping your loved one and rest of the family:
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Quick Ways to Banish Stress and Live a Happier Life
By Eric Hamilton | Mar 11, 2020 11:13 AM EDTStress really is the silent killer. No matter who you are, or where you come from, there's a good chance that you've got at least some kind of stress that you need to deal with on a regular basis. Your stress might be caused by feelings of anxiety about your performance at work.
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The Award-Winning Breakup Checklist
By Staff Reporter | Mar 05, 2020 11:29 PM ESTIt can’t be denied that going through a breakup really, really, really, really sucks - even if you were the one who initiated it. Unfortunately, the ones that come as a surprise, or if not a surprise then the ones you really didn’t want to happen, can seem - utterly and without mercy - catastrophic. Let’s pause for a moment of real talk. If you are feeling heavy emotions, talk to a professional licensed therapist ASAP. In fact, stop reading this article (as delightful and well-written as it is), close your laptop, and go do that right this very minute. Okay? This checklist is for the people who are feeling hurt, but not in a way that would cause them to inflict harm on themselves or others.
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The Psychology of Addiction: What It Takes to Kick a Habit
By Ernest Hamilton | Mar 04, 2020 04:13 PM ESTSociety likes to think of addiction as a personal defect. If you can't quit drinking, smoking, or using, then the problem is yours - not the drugs.
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It's Time to Get Help: 5 Top Signs You Should See a Therapist
By Eric Hamilton | Mar 01, 2020 08:36 AM ESTHave you been struggling with your mental health?
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What Every Parent Needs to Know About Neurofeedback for ADHD
By Eric Hamilton | Feb 29, 2020 11:11 PM ESTADHD affects millions of individuals in the United States-the majority being children. What's more, is that it's three times more common among boys than girls.
