It’s clear we’ve entered a new age of medical testing. Whereas in previous generations, testing for disease and genetic conditions seemed nearly impossible, we’ve managed to develop relatively easy, innovative, and effective ways doing just that, with surprising accuracy. Case and point: scientists may be able to determine a person’s […]
Posts archive for 2015
What You Don’t Know Acid Reflux and Antacids
Chances are you’re no stranger to the stresses of daily life. Because of it, many of us may be accustomed to that burning sensation in our chests that we may have come to associate with stress. But is heartburn really caused by stress? Antacids are seemingly a quick and easy […]
Walking Off Depression – Looking to Nature to Improve Within
It’s no secret that we could all probably benefit from going outside and getting some fresh air from time to time. Unfortunately, as we get older, we often grow more sedentary. Many of us may become residents of our couches and living rooms. But new studies show that regular access […]
How Sleep Position Effects Personality
Ah, sleep. Seldom do we get enough. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, sleep disorders are a national public health epidemic. Adults who get insufficient amounts of sleep are statistically more likely to suffer from motor vehicle crashes, industrial disasters, and medical and other occupational […]
Using Pet Therapy To Boost Mental Health Treatment
It’s no secret that people love their pets, which is why pet therapy is so effective. Pets can have an amazing effect on people who need a loving non-judgmental companion to spend time with. Some of the many benefits of pet therapy include relief from anxiety and stress, depression, reduced […]
How Doing Nothing Can Increase Anxiety
As we’ve explored, anxiety is the most common mental-illness suffered by people across the globe. In the United States alone, it is estimated that 18% of adults struggle with anxiety, with 22.8% of these cases being classified as “severe” by the National Institute of Mental Health. But where is this […]
New Research Provides Fresh Insight into Treating Depression
It is estimated that over 350 million people worldwide struggle with depression. The World Health Organization claims that depression is the leading cause of disability and is a major contributor to the overall global burden of diseases. Statistically speaking, women are about twice as likely to suffer from depression than […]
The Six Types Of Anxiety Disorders
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America or ADAA, anxiety disorders are the most common mental-illnesses facing people in the United States. They affect approximate 18% of the population, or 40 million people aged 18 or older. In children, it is estimated that 1 in 8 children will […]
Understanding Addiction As a Social Disease
There are many theories regarding the true source of addiction and addictive behaviors. In the 1970s a professor from Vancouver named Bruce Alexander sought to uncover the source of addictive behavior in a study he and his fellow researchers called “Rat Park”. Inspired by the cultural anti-drug war beginning at […]
What Parents Should Know About Childhood Bullying
In recent years, a lot more attention has been paid to bullying especially to youths and the impact it can have on them. A child being bullied can take a tremendous toll on a person’s mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Teens and children are prime targets for bullying because they’re especially […]
