A personal story of what happened during a CT abdominal and CT head scan. Getting any medical procedure can be scary, but not knowing what to expect is usually scarier than the exam itself. If scheduled for a CT scan, this personal account can help set your mind at ease. With all the medical conditions […]
ABSTRACT: There seems to be a pill for everything these days, and doctors aren’t shy about prescribing them, especially for rest, relaxation and stress symptoms. But there are ways to relieve stress and reduce anxiety without popping a pill. Stress invades our lives in unprecedented ways in today’s society, from the high-speed, instant, on-demand, demanding […]
It’s really tough to admit you need help, but many come to a place in their lives where coping with the daily stresses of life is causing disruptions in work, relationships, sleep and health. Sometimes just finding a safe outlet to relieve stress and frustration, talking to someone who listens and isn’t involved, can make […]
One of the most difficult things to discuss with your child is the death of a loved one. It’s bound to happen, at some point in a child’s life, that a close friend or family member will die. When this happens, not only will you have to face your own grief and feelings of loss, […]
There aren’t many parenting topics that can start a debate that flames passionate responses as does the topic of whether spanking is acceptable in today’s society as a disciplinary tool. In schools, spankings or corporal punishment, have been banned in every industrialized country world except for the parts of the United States and one state […]
People who live with chronic pain from injuries or medical conditions such as certain autoimmune disorders or fibromyalgia know that the constant pain can wear down the body, mind and spirit. Living with chronic pain can become unbearable at times, resulting in long-term use of pain killers, muscle relaxers, and even sleeping pills in order […]
What if obesity is not an issue, and your problem is that you can’t gain weight or maintain a healthy body weight on the other end of the spectrum? I actually have a couple of friends who have been unable to gain weight, one due in part to her metabolism and medication, and the other […]
Killing Yourself for Your Work, Literally! Suicide isn’t a pleasant topic, but it is a reality in society. People may commit suicide for many reasons, but research has shown that some people may have a higher pre-disposition for committing suicide. Many factors are included in determining who has a higher risk for suicide than others, […]
What is a support group? A support group, unlike counseling, is not directed therapy. While a counselor or trained therapist does sometimes moderate a support group, most of the time support groups are not directed therapy sessions. If a counselor does moderate a support group, their main function is to keep the discussions flowing, make […]
Essential Oils for Rest and Relaxation Essential oils can be used for a variety or purposes and in a variety of ways. Before delving into the specific uses of essential oils, you might want to read two beginning essential oil articles first: Essentials of Essential Oils and Dangers of Essential Oils. Once you have a […]
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