Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com As we round out Pain Awareness Month I wanted to share my thoughts on the global opioid crisis. I have been fortunate to have seen the good and not so good but nowhere near the worst side of the opioid crisis. First and foremost DOCTORS are responsible for educating… Continue reading My Take On The Opioid Crisis
Month: September 2020
October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
In a couple of days, we will come together once again to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month. However, this year is different and, in some ways, more critical than ever. Domestic violence was an epidemic before COVID-19, with nearly one in four women and one in seven men reporting that they experience violence from their spouse or partner… Continue reading October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
5 Simple Steps For Dealing With Mental Health Problems
Mental health issues affect one in four people. This could range from stress, anxiety, and depression, to severe mental health issues such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or borderline personality disorder. Photo by cottonbro on Pexels.com Often, it can be hard to understand the cause of these mental health problems. They may be triggered by something… Continue reading 5 Simple Steps For Dealing With Mental Health Problems
Kanye West’s mental health battle is a wake-up call for empathy
Analysis by Lisa Respers France, CNN Friday, September 18th 2020, 9:05 AM I'm not asking you to feel sorry for Kanye West. The rapper/designer/provocateur may have earned as many critics over the course of his career as he has fans. But West's mental health, which he has been open about, should be observed with sensitivity.… Continue reading Kanye West’s mental health battle is a wake-up call for empathy
#Wordless Wednesday Fall In Alabama
Hi, it's Wednesday! I'm so glad you stopped by today, I appreciate you being here. This week I'm taking you to the state of Alabama. I love the photo and how it captures all the different shades of red. In health, Melinda
Independence As You Age – How Do You Master It?
Staying independent as you age doesn’t have to be a stroke of luck, or hit or miss. You can ensure you remain independent as you age by taking some important steps as regularly as you can. Now, although the earlier you start the better, it’s never too late to start looking after yourself. Below, you’ll… Continue reading Independence As You Age – How Do You Master It?
Celebrate National Womens Health & Fitness Day
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Research Discovers Spending Time In The Garden Boosts Mental Health
Spending time in the garden makes a massive difference in your overall wellbeing and longevity according to research by the Royal Horticultural Society - a UK-based based charity. Investigators studied more than 8,000 people between 2009 and 2016 following their daily gardening habits. They found that those who spent more time in the garden had… Continue reading Research Discovers Spending Time In The Garden Boosts Mental Health
Is Alternative Medicine Suitable For Your Pet?
If your furry friend is struggling with digestive problems, bad breath, dry skin, and more, your first port of call is to reach out to your vet to get him checked out, right?We all want what’s best for our animals to keep them happy and healthy, but some pet parents are concerned with resorting to… Continue reading Is Alternative Medicine Suitable For Your Pet?
Lady Gaga’s new book inspired by her childhood mental health struggles
By Celebretainment Sep 16, 2020 FacebookTwitterEmailPrintSave Lady Gaga's personal trauma influenced the book she is penning with her mother. The 'Rain On Me' hitmaker and her mum, Cynthia Germanotta, have worked together on 'Channel Kindness' - which is a collection of 51 stories of kindness from young people across the world - and the pair… Continue reading Lady Gaga’s new book inspired by her childhood mental health struggles
5 Easy, Practical Ways To Support Your Child’s Emotional Health This Year
HUFFPOST Catherine Pearson 09/04/2020 11:31am EDT Spend at least five minutes a day, every single day, hanging out with them and doing whatever they want. Photo by Ketut Subiyanto on Pexels.com Kids might find it more difficult to cope with the pandemic. Here's how parents can help them. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit this past spring, billions of children around… Continue reading 5 Easy, Practical Ways To Support Your Child’s Emotional Health This Year
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