Category Archives for Mental Health
8 Good Things about Breast Implants
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Breast implants have become very popular in the past two decades. The first breast implants were manufactured in the 1960s, and ever since, manufacturers have been working to make them better and safer. There are downsides and risks (that we have also discussed on this website), but there are certain good things about these devices.
The most important thing to consider is whether you are a good candidate. If you suffer from certain conditions, even the best quality implants...
Autism Symptoms
Recent years have seen an increase in the understanding of this health condition. By recognizing the symptoms early, getting treatment and establishing proper care becomes possible.
Autism Signs
One of the most conspicuous symptoms is not speaking; those who do only say a single word. In most cases the child may repeat a phrase or word he or she has heard. Another major sign is limited interest. Instead of playing with other kids, they just repeat the simple actions of people around them.
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Natural Remedies for ADHD
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or AD/HD) is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder and is recognized as one of the most common childhood disorders although it may continue through adolescence and adulthood. Read more
Symptoms of Stress
Everyone always encounter symptoms of stress some time in their life. It is because stress is one factor that comes along with the demand of daily living and performing daily responsibilities. However there is something good when one begins to experience the symptoms of stress. It alerts the body to take a time off and rest. Stress is meant to provide the body a reminder when it is subject to extreme conditions.
The common symptoms of stress are one triggered by the body’s natural autonomic response...
What Causes Depression?
The World Health Organization (WHO) describes depression as a common mental disorder that causes the sufferer to have depressed and pessimistic mood, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, irritability, restlessness, body aches and pains, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, and poor concentration. These problems can become chronic or recurrent and lead to substantial impairments in an individual’s ability to take care of his or her everyday responsibilities....
What Causes Crying Jags?
A jag is described as overindulgence in an activity such as crying hence the term crying jag. Crying jags are uncontrolled bouts of crying which may last for long periods and can be cathartic. Developmental psychologist Dr. Aletha Solter states that “crying removes excess stress-related chemicals from the body and serves the purpose of restoring the body’s chemical balance after a stressful event has occurred. Crying is a beneficial physiological process that allows people to cope with stress...
Anxiety Treatment
Anxiety is otherwise known as generalized anxiety disorder. It is usually characterized by exaggerated and excessive anxiety about ordinary events in life. Usually there are no reasons behind such excessive worries. In fact, there aren’t even any obvious reasons why a patient has to worry. The people who suffer from this disorder have that tendency to expect certain disaster.
Some of the common things that people with this disorder worry about include family, money, health, school, and work....
Panic Attack Symptoms
Panic attack is a medical condition wherein patients experience a sudden episode marked by intense fear triggered by no clear reason. Patients usually think that they are dying, losing control or suffering from heart attack. Possible causes include changes in brain functions, stress and genetics. Help fight the different minor and major panic attack symptoms by taking a closer look at the diagnosis and treatments for this particular condition.
Signs of Panic Attack
Amongst the numerous symptoms...
