From infancy we were taught that good nutrition helps us to look and feel better physically. What we can always tell is that a healthy diet has a huge impact on our mental health. A healthy and balanced diet can help us to think positively. and feel very alert. It can also improve concentration and … Read more
With the Russian-Ukrainian war waging on, the effects of conflict leave their mark on a new battlefield. There are physical risks for those that come with living in war zones, such as breathing in smoke and ash from fires and blasts that can affect the nose and lungs. But there are also mental health risks. … Read more
After a traumatic experience, it’s normal to feel dread, depression, and a feeling of being disconnected from friends and family. However, if those feelings do not fade, you may be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD will likely develop following any event that makes you fear for your safety. Most people associate PTSD with … Read more
Historically, physical health has been a more straightforward and tangible aspect that society has been able to identify and diagnose. However, stigmas still surround mental health all around the world. Due to this stigma, more than half of people in the United States with mental illness don’t receive help for their disorders. The fear of … Read more
Employees with excellent organizational skills are never caught unaware by their schedules. They manage to make time for in-office activities because they meet their work meetings and goals in time. As opposed to this, disorganized employees are always on the verge of panic. Last-minute calls and schedule allotments interrupt them. Instead of acting rationally to … Read more
Maybe it’s the bout of Fortnite turned into a whole day marathon that convinced you. What was once an enjoyable hobby has become a raging obsession. Perhaps you have heard from your parents or spouse as well, complaining about the state of things. You cannot deny that games can have a positive influence. Studies show … Read more
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was brought in 1996 to ensure the necessary privacy of a patient’s sensitive information. The HIPAA law lays down various mandates for healthcare organizations to safeguard protected health information (PHI) of patients, breach of which attracts both criminal and civil liabilities. Today, where technology and data storage … Read more
Whether it is for school or work, many of us spend countless hours every week in front of a digital screen. According to statistics, the average American spends over 7 hours per day looking at a screen. That accounts for almost a third of the entire day! A digital screen doesn’t seem to pose many … Read more
We know the old saying “you are what you eat”. But did you know that this correlation not only affects your physical self but how you feel after eating as well? It is a given that eating healthy food is one of the best things you can do for your body. The additional benefit is … Read more
Some people deal with bipolar disorder or severe depression that doesn’t respond to traditional treatments. There are other options available, and one of those options is Electroconvulsive Therapy. Simply known as ECT, this therapy is an electrical current that stimulates the brain. Unlike Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, patients who undergo ECT are given anesthesia before treatment. … Read more