Start your writing practice by getting yourself seated with pen and paper or in front of a computer. Fifteen minutes a day, three times a week will serve well, though you should feel free to write as often as you wish. Make yourself comfortable and set the clock for 15 to 20 minutes. Then write as fast as you can without regard for style, spelling, or punctuation. Write. Don't think. Keep the words flowing by imagining them coming...more
Stress and trauma come in all types of packages, including good ones. Consider the plight of a woman who bumped into an old college sweetheart, married him, and then experienced the agony of abuse so profound that it ended their relationship. When it was all over, college lover boy plunged into a torrid affair and never looked back. Not so with the now-single woman. She felt like a disoriented failure. What went wrong? And now what?...more
Domestic violence is not over when the victim is safe and out of harm's way. It's not over until justice has been served. Even then, it's not over. It's not over until the victim is safe, justice has been served, and the victim is well. Consider these facts: Abuse, especially repetitive abuse, leaves a lasting "impression" on the health, well-being, and post-abuse functioning of the victim. This impact lingers long after the bruises fade, the bones mend, and the abuse is over. Victims of violence seek healthcare more often than non-victims. The severity of victimization is a powerful predictor of the healthcare costs generated by these victims. Most healthcare visits by victims of domestic violence are not domestic violence patients presenting with injuries, but rather medical problems that seemingly are not related to current or past injuries. The health effects of violence can reach across the life span. Studies have now shown that adults who were abused in childhood vs. those who were not have more: Infectious diseases Mental health disorders Hypertension Diabetes Dermatitis Asthma Allergy Acne Abnormal menstrual bleeding More heath-threatening...more
Bipolar disorder is also known as manic depression. Bipolar disorder is a psychological disorder that effects a person's mood. The mood swings are very extreme with a manic (high elation) phase and a very deep depressive phase. There is estimated to effect approximately 1% of the adult population. There is also evidence that shows...more
One of the most common problems today associated with control of infection is the over prescribing of antibiotic drugs. Many infections that we are familiar with such as colds and flu are caused by viruses which cannot be treated by antibiotics. Only bacteria are susceptible to antibiotics. However it is often the case that patients...more
Are you suffering from excessive dry cracked skin around the mouth? Is it causing you a lot of pain and discomfort? Does it make it hard for you to eat and talk? Well if so then you need to start following a few simple tips. There are many things you can do at home that can help. All you need to do is continue reading. First things first in order to get rid of that dry cracked skin known as angular cheilitis you first need to stop using moisturizers. Instead what you should do is prevent anything such as creams from getting onto the skin. By doing this you will easily be able to naturally fix that dry skin for good. And in place of those moisturizers you should start using cucumber juice. It is a very effective way in which you can get rid of that dry cracked skin. All it takes is a little effort and time for you to begin noticing a difference. One other thing that can help get rid of angular cheilitis is eating better. By putting better foods into your body you will simply be able to get rid of that dry cracked skin. All it take is a little time as well. And the things you should be eating are things such as lean meats and plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. So if...more
Angular cheilitis is a very common dry skin condition that causes dry skin around the mouth and lips. It is something that thousands of people suffer from all over the world. But thankfully there are things that can be done which will...more
Why do you need natural omega3 in your body? This is because these fatty acids are essential for the development and function of the brain.They have the ability to lower down your triglyceride levels, so you don't have to be prone to cardiovascular...more
Do you like the idea of getting away from it all in a warm and relaxing sauna? How great would it be just to be able to have that time just to let go, and recharge? Your health may be another reason why you are taking an interest. There are so...more
If you want to prevent insomnia, you need to prevent the factors that cause insomnia first. Physiologic factors that contribute to the development of insomnia are mostly difficult to be given a solution. Some does not have a solution at all. In this...more
Seriously, what type of mother, in her right mind, would not give everything to her baby?In fact, you would definitely see her going to the doctor's clinic often just to make sure that she's taking care of her baby the way any expectant mother...more
As a personal trainer, strength coach and fitness bootcamp instructor in Singapore, I have the privilege of meeting many determined people who are completely committed to improving their bodies and lifestyles. I've noticed that all these people share...more