There’s no question that life these days seems a whole lot more difficult than it did just a few short years ago. No doubt the Baby Boomers among us, generally categorized as those born between 1946 and 1955, are perhaps feeling the sting of disappointment and financial strain a bit more than some of the [...]
Many parents are starting to enroll their children in classes for social skills because they believe screen addictions cause them to lack the communication and social skills necessary to begin kindergarten.
No one wants to think of their doctor as having an addiction, or that they’re being treated by someone who’s abusing alcohol or drugs. But the truth is that doctors are not immune to the problem of substance abuse and addiction any more than any other individual. In fact, in some instances, physician addiction may [...]
With the frequent use of Xanax as a treatment for anxiety disorders, many people have gone beyond the recommended use in an attempt to feel calmer and more in control of their lives. It is strange that the very medication used to give relief to those suffering from anxiety, stress, phobias, and panic attacks is [...]
It appears that at times, doctors’ desire to protect the feelings of the family of a deceased patient may be somewhat detrimental to general perceptions of the risks associated with smoking. In an effort to keep families from feeling the stigma of a smoking-related death, some physicians are not willing to state that as the [...]
Is it possible to develop an addiction to an app on a smartphone to the point that it dictates your behavior in public? A recent battle between Alec Baldwin and American Airlines suggests such an addiction is not only possible, it can also dictate how you treat others. A CBS News report on the incident [...]
Mothers who want to keep their children off drugs later in life should start early – very early – suggests a Duke University study in conjunction with Australia’s University of Adelaide. The study results suggest that by being attentive and nurturing early in a child’s development, mothers can cause changes at the brain level that [...]
The phrase, "It’s a hard habit to break" has been used in conversation and the news about smoking cigarettes. Bad habits can be anything from biting nails and knuckle-cracking to gambling and swearing. They are often seen as undesirable acts that people choose to do. But, according to the British Columbia Lung Association, "habit" is [...]
There are many risks associated with heavy alcohol consumption. The increase of injury, dangerous sexual behavior and a lowering of inhibitions often result in negative consequences for the consumer. However, for those who drink heavily on an ongoing basis, there are also significant health risks.
In a typical office environment, as many as one-quarter of the employees may be pouring over online pornography at their workstations, pretending to be engrossed in work. It’s a practice that has been gaining momentum rapidly in recent years as the number of pornography-based Websites reaches multi-million levels.
