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- Stool test effective for detecting colon cancer - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA stool test has been found to be an effective means in detecting colon cancer according to the latest findings. The test looks for blood in stool and can be conducted on an annual basis. Researchers believe that stool testing is not only effective, but is a safer, more cost-effective mode of ...
Views: 786 - SBUYER - BENEFITS OF PAPAYA - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2016 from sbuyer dotcomPapaya is good for healthy. It lower’s your cholesterol, helps weight loss, boost your immunity, good for diabetics, great for your eyes, protect against arthritis, improves digestion, help ease menstrual pain, prevents signs of ageing, promotes hair growth, prevents cancer, helps reduce stress, ...
Views: 799 - Do Brain Supplement Reviews Help You To Choose The Best Memory Enhancer Pills? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2016 from Sara BistonIt is human nature to share good news with others, especially when we find a product that works. Thanks to social media and online reviews, it is easy to share experiences and positive results with products that we have tried. There are a few steps that every consumer goes through, when they ...
Views: 1101 - Health is Wealth - Franchise India - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2016 from Meenu JainHealth care in our country In our country, it is the private sector which is responsible for the majority of healthcare of the citizens. Most of the time healthcare healthcare expenses are paid out of people's already low running pockets and hardly through insurance. Our population is a ...
Views: 1144 - Is Drug Testing a Safety Precaution or a Violation of Privacy? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2015 from Cynthia WitsonThe debate over whether drug testing is a safety precaution or a violation of privacy is one with no real end in sight; however the practice of drug testing especially in the workplace by employers has increased to nearly 60%. Why? A large percentage of employers reported that it has resulted ...
Views: 1089 - Try this 8 yoga poses that help you for Arthritis Relief - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Margaux DiazBack and joint pains are easy to alleviate and reduce with yoga movements. Practicing yoga however, needs to be skillful and mindful. Carelessness can lead to more joint and back pains. Exercises that require you to have too much straining are likely to result to more pain in the shoulders, ...
Views: 1569(1 vote) - TOP 5 HEALTHY EXERCISES TO OVERCOME EYE STRAIN - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Margaux DiazIn the recent years, more people are using contact lenses and glasses. The drastic use of devices that include computers at homes is a contributor to this increase. Also; watching television is also a contributor. Opticians recommend regular exercise use to maintain the health of the eyes. For ...
Views: 1706(1 vote) - The Motivation to Change is Inside You: MET Therapy and How it Works - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Sarah Ann NiemannGrowing up you were probably told "you can do anything you want to do, as long as you set your mind on it," and as a kid you probably believed it, but being an adult is hard and you lose sight of that mantra, which was drilled into your head. Motivational Enhancement Therapy is there to ...
Views: 2000(2 votes) - Grow up Strong: 4 Keys to Raising Healthy Children - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2015 from Anica OaksYou want to do the best you can for your children so they can grow up healthy and strong. They depend on you to teach them the right things to do to have a wonderful life. Being sure children learn healthy habits early and continue them throughout their childhood will give them a strong ...
Views: 1139 - Acid Reflux: Managing Symptoms in Infants with Severe Cases of Gastroesophageal Reflux - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Brian WuIt is not uncommon for newborns and young infants to spit up some of the contents of their stomachs after a feeding, and typically minor regurgitation does not present any health problems. By the time an infant reaches 3-4 months of age, approximately 60-70% will experience a reflux episode ...
Views: 891 - Intrapersonal Communication in Healing - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2015 from Marc LernerThe human brain is an incredible creation and we have not yet scratched the surface of its real potential. The purpose of this article is to give you a framework for how to use your brain to perceive a broader view than we usually use. The majority of us have a constant focus on our thinking ...
Views: 2614 - 4 Valuable Life Lessons Your Child Can Get From Understanding Taxes - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2015 from Anna RodriguezLife’s realities are tough, but knowing what these realities are makes you tougher. It’s like knowing who your enemies are and what they can do so you could be prepared for battle. Among the most difficult realities to understand are: “Why money is never enough?” and “Why does the ...
Views: 2011 - 4 things you need to know about intimacy and aging - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThere are certain “truths” we are told as we age and many we just accept. For example we might be told that our hearing or vision may fade, or our energy levels won’t be as high. Many aspects of aging are discussed openly so we aren’t faced with too many surprises. But one topic that seems to ...
Views: 1073 - Out Of Control and Feeling Helpless - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2015 from Brian SheenMary continually held her breath as she explained how her son Ken grew up in a single-parent home. She became pregnant after being drugged and raped on a blind date. Since kindergarten, Ken had been on a cocktail of drugs. Now eight he had already been on Ritalin, Zoloft, Risperdal, and ...
Views: 1432 - A Holistic Approach to ADD and ADHD - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2015 from Cara NicoleWhat is ADD and ADHD ADD or Attention Deficit Disorder and ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, are one in the same. There are actually six types of ADD according to Dr. Amen of Amen Clinics. ADD and ADHD can be caused by a deficiency of adrenaline. Adrenaline is produced by the ...
Views: 1178 - Surgical and Nonsurgical Treatments for Gum Disease - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2015 from Ashlea DrakefordGum disease is a very common yet ignored form of health problem. Most people don’t pay much attention to their gums because it’s an inconspicuous part of the body. Who checks their gums in the mirror every day, right? However, if left untreated, gum disease may require extensive treatment and ...
Views: 914 - Revealed: How Chlorella Can Help Your Kids Stay Healthy! - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2015 from Michael RosenbaumEvery parent wants their children to be healthy . . . but making that happen can be a challenge. With all the sweet temptations on one side . . . and children's finicky taste buds on the other, it's hard to get your kids to eat the food their body needs to grow. But supplements, on the ...
Views: 4342 - A few reminders before your oral surgery - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2015 from Ashlea DrakefordOnce your dental situation has been assessed and oral surgery has been scheduled, there are certain ways you need to prepare for the appointment depending on the type of procedure you’re having and the anesthetic that will be used. Local Anesthetic If your procedure will be done under ...
Views: 1064 - Depression In Children And Teenagers - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2015 from Nicky SilohaClinical depression is an illness caused by chemical imbalances in the brain that make someone constantly feel sad, aloof, negative, and unmotivated. It can last for weeks, months, or even years. It can be caused by stress, traumatic events, or nothing at all. Depression can affect people of all ...
Views: 1017 - Self-Confidence Empowers Me - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2015 from Nicky SilohaSelf-confidence can be explained as having a positive perception of one's self-worth and abilities. Typically, people either have a high level of self-confidence, or they experience frequent struggles with self-perception. People with a high self-image often report that they never really had to ...
Views: 849 - How To Improve Your Ability To Learn & Eliminate Test Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2015 from Nicky SilohaIf you are a student who is trying to get better grades, there are a number of tricks that can help you to increase your ability to focus your concentration, retain the materials that you study, and recall it during a test without suffering from mental blocks or test anxiety. These are the ...
Views: 875 - How To Improve Your Ability To Learn & Eliminate Test Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2015 from Nicky SilohaIf you are a student who is trying to get better grades, there are a number of tricks that can help you to increase your ability to focus your concentration, retain the materials that you study, and recall it during a test without suffering from mental blocks or test anxiety. These are the ...
Views: 814 - Self-Confidence Can Change Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2015 from Nicky SilohaSelf-confidence is the ability to believe in oneself and one's strengths and capabilities. It is a component of positive self-esteem, and necessary for success. Many people who develop a social phobia or fail to learn how to gain self confidence find it difficult to achieve success. The absence ...
Views: 2891 - Reach for the Stars: Making Dreams a Reality in Human Services - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Bobby HarrisEarly in my career as a Case Manager for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, I had the privilege to play a part in turning someone's dream into a reality. The person, we will call Joe, was a huge fan of cooking shows, especially Emeril Lagasse. Each year Joe wanted to see ...
Views: 1075 - World War 2: A Movement to Eradicate Weakness and Disability - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Bobby HarrisWorld War 2 was a terrible time for several sects of people, including Jews, Gays and Lesbians. But it was perhaps especially horrendous for the developmentally disabled. Even as some semblance of humanity and empathy towards the disabled began to emerge during the 1800's, no one could have ...
Views: 1022 - The Renaissance: Understanding the Developmentally Disabled - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Bobby HarrisBetween the 14th and the 17th centuries, the Renaissance, a period that symbolized rebirth and renewal, saw a significant change in people's perspective towards the developmentally and intellectually disabled. The ill-treatment and disregard towards such individuals by no means ended completely. ...
Views: 1027 - The Middle Ages: An Era of Widespread Ignorance - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Bobby HarrisEvidences of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities date as far back as the 7000 BC. The centuries of malpractices and ill treatments experienced by the disabled during these early years can be blamed on a lack of scientific knowledge. Aristotle and Plato, two great Greek philosophers, ...
Views: 1323 - Developmental Disabilities in the 1800's - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Bobby HarrisAt the beginning of the 1800's, science began attempting to replace religion. Society was encouraged to view the world scientifically, and communities began to hospitalize and medically treat the intellectually and developmentally disabled. The early medical practices towards the disabled were ...
Views: 3368 - Developmental Disabilities During the Holocaust - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Bobby HarrisConsidered as one of the darkest period in human history, the Holocaust appears in every history book. It was a period where millions of people was persecuted. Until this day, the horrors of the Nazi communism are still widely remembered all over the world. The Nazi government passed much law ...
Views: 1133 - Setting SMART Goals To Increase Employee Development - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from Bobby HarrisThe Goal Setting Theory is perhaps one of the biggest and most instrumental motivation theories in the world of business management. Extensively researched and developed by Edwin Locke in the 1960's, the Goal Setting Theory emphasizes on the significance of setting a goal for employees, and more ...
Views: 1410 - Direct Support Professional: Bridge Builders of Community Inclusion - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from Bobby HarrisDirect support Professional's (DSP's) have an important role in assisting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in becoming a part of their community. There are three areas we will explore in increasing successful community integration. Understanding the meaning of community ...
Views: 1897 - Living With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from Bobby HarrisIn a world that has been consistently and admirably trying to better itself for people with disabilities, the knowledge among the general population about intellectual and developmental disabilities is still remarkably limited. For those who are relatively new to these terms, here is a quick ...
Views: 1194 - Developmental Disability: A Curse in the Ancient Era - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from Bobby HarrisA blessing for developmentally and intellectually disabled people in the world today is that most of the general population believe in keeping an open mind and their attitude towards disability guided by a tolerant and informed perspective. With the rise of technology, people are more ...
Views: 1338 - 4 Reasons why memory should be improved on - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2014 from Henry MukutiSurely there can never be personal growth without someone having a Memory. Perhaps one of the key physical ingredient to personal development is having a good memory. We use it in our daily lives but often we take it for granted. Imagine life without memory. You would not even remember your own ...
Views: 1838 - Cynicism and Alzheimer’s - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinMost of the time I see a single piece of research related to psychiatry reported by multiple news services, I figure the institution that produced it has a prizewinning public relations person. I figure it is popular for some kind of unspoken agenda. Maybe it is consistent with some level of ...
Views: 1344 - Family Codependency part 3 - five more steps a couple can take to support rather than resuce each other - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2014 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondDespite the relief that Craig felt when his wife Sophie did his bookkeeping for his landscape business he was frequently choked with shame. The conflict made him snappy and uninterested in spending leisure time with her. He dreaded going to bed at night because he didn’t want to face his ...
Views: 1549 - Family co-dependency: the difference between supporting and rescuing a loved one - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2014 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondTrudy a twenty-nine year old local newspaper reporter and Max a thirty-three year old limousine company owner had endless fights about who was doing the lion’s share of parenting their two children. They argued about what to do, how to do it, when to do it and who should take the blame when ...
Views: 2787 - Family Co-dependence Stifles growth and development - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2014 from Dr. Jeanette RaymondDriving home from his last landscape design consult, thirty-three year old Craig’s stomach was in knots wondering if Sophie would have gotten over the row she had with her mother the other day. He felt bad for his wife who had tried and failed to arrange a family dinner, taking out her ...
Views: 1669 - 10 foods you should eat every day - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2014 from perry anne1. Blueberries Blueberries have more antioxidants—those magical molecules that can help prevent a host of maladies—than 40 other common fruits and vegetables tested. The antioxidant plant pigments that make blueberries blue guard against heart disease, cancer and age-related blindness and ...
Views: 1788(2 votes) - How Our Emotions Effect Our Health And How To Control That - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2013 from David SamuelOur emotions have a powerful effect on our body, giving it all sorts of stress related illnesses. Our mind creates our emotions. What we think is happening is the beginning of our emotional responses. Emotions begin with an event that we interpret, thus all emotions begin with the thoughts ...
Views: 1434 - WHY CAN'T LITTLE BOYS SKIP? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2013 from Tom KrauseWhy can't little boys skip? I was recently told of a parent of a three year old child who just started preschool. The parent was upset because her son was told because he didn’t know his ABC’s that he was behind and should consider after school tutoring to get caught up to the school’s ...
Views: 3226 - Lab Made Burger A Long Term Solution? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2013 from Richard ClarkePeople tend to want and demand cheap food, and now scientists may have come up with a solution. I’m not sure how many of you heard this in the news a few weeks ago but a beef burger has been grown in a laboratory in the Netherlands by a team of scientists. The burger was then cooked by a ...
Views: 1448 - You Are Specially Made! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2013 from Ronald RossThe first and most provable difference between you and everyone else on the planet is that no one is constructed like you. Your body is different from anyone who has ever lived or will ever live – different on the inside and out. A whole new science called biometrics is dedicated to the ...
Views: 1005 - Self Harm In Schools - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodWhen you mention the term self harm today the public normally associates it with young people, particularly school children or teenagers. Whilst self harm is prevalent amongst young people, it also might appear that it is prolific in the education system! It is important therefore, to paint an ...
Views: 1722 - Need For Community Sports - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Jacob T JohnSporting activities aren’t just a great way to get some exercise, at the same time one can meet people having the same interests as well. This way, it would become an all the more enjoyable activity that would have a personal as well as a social quotient. For this reason, community sports would ...
Views: 1895 - We Want Transformation; We Just Don’t Want to Change - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2013 from Rosie KuhnMy colleague and friend, Maureen O’Neill, and I kibitz a great deal about what it is like to be on this spiritual journey – one of transformation. The truth is: It hard friggin’ work and it hurts like HELL, sometimes. Transformation, in a way, is easy. It’s something that just happens, like ...
Views: 1605 - Self Harm From a Student’s Perspective - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodSelf harm is when someone decides to take out their problems toward themselves in a deliberate way. Some people may only ever self harm once in their lifetime but some people do continue throughout their life until they seek help to deal with their issues. Many people find it to be a way that ...
Views: 1477(1 vote) - Quick Tips to a Strong, Confident Personality - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2013 from Pierre Ah-FatQuick Tips to a Strong, Confident Personality By Pierre Laval Ah-Fat, MBA, Transformational Coach So you crave to become that person you dream about. But there is a you-don’t-know-what which blocks you. What is it? You may not be doing the thing that you would most like to do in life. For ...
Views: 3010(4 votes) - “Understanding how context moves us and an over dependency on content sucks as a means to being Mindful” by Kenneth Silvestri - by Submitted on May 26, 2013 from ken silvestri“Understanding how context moves us and an over dependency on content sucks as a means to being Mindful” By Kenneth Silvestri, May, 2013 (Excerpted from my forthcoming book Living Systemically: How To Make Your Life Better) “The major problems in the world are the result of the difference ...
Views: 1752(2 votes) - Dr. Romance on Gratitude, Kindness and Happiness - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: The founding fathers of our country saw the “pursuit of happiness” as an inalienable right – so important they embedded it in the DNA of the United States of America, by writing it into the Preamble to the Constitution. It was a profoundly new idea at the time. With it, ...
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