Child maltreatment, such as abuse, neglect, or family dysfunction, affects millions of children each year. Unfortunately, many children are unable to express how they are feeling or are unable to articulate how they were victimized effectively. Definition of Trauma Trauma can be defined as a “harmful experience that has lasting effects on one’s physical, mental,…
People with mental health disorders like depression are twice as likely to experience suicidal thoughts as those without a mental health condition. You can handle stress, but it can be difficult to cope with depression. Everyone gets sad and angry sometimes, but if you’re depressed, these feelings last longer and interfere with everyday life. Depression…
If you’ve ever wondered why people in the health and fitness industry believe certain drinks (like juices and smoothies) to be healthy and helpful, we’ve got the answer: The health and fitness industry is full of people who tell us what we want to hear and sometimes prop up statements that may not be completely…
Meat, and mainly processed meats, is one of the biggest threats to human health today. Studies have shown that processed meats (which include hot dogs, cold cuts, and bacon) contain chemicals that may lead to cancer. Processed meats aren’t exactly the most appetizing thing to even think about, but many of us eat them regularly…
In your everyday life, ultrasound imaging is used for a myriad of activities. If you have an ultrasound machine in your doctor’s office, you can ask about a lot of health-related issues. If you have a baby, are a medical student, or a vet technician in a veterinary clinic, ultrasound is a critical tool for…
Many people are in danger of losing their well-being and their sense of balance after a certain period. They might be in the fifth decade of life and feel that they have to start leading a more balanced life. They think they should make some changes to their lifestyle and work style to make things…
If you are reading this, there’s a good chance you are looking for a guide to proper weightlifting form. And if you are, you are not alone. Proper weightlifting form is the holy grail of bodybuilding and has gained traction as an alternative method for building muscle. What is the proper weightlifting form? The “proper”…
Smoking is a trend that is as popular as ever, with about 15.5 million adults in the U.S. currently using tobacco products. The number of smokers using traditional cigarettes is down from around 20 percent in the 1960s, but many people are now using e-cigarettes and other newer forms of the product. If you’re concerned…
Everything we eat is composed of different nutrients and chemicals, and we need all of them to function properly. Some of those nutrients and chemicals are fat, and the amount of fat we need depends on our age and activity level. The average American diet is filled with unhealthy foods that can lead to weight…
The term “stress” is thrown around like confetti, but how many of us know what stress really is? Stress is the body’s response to an external stimulus, like a job interview, fight with your partner, or the not-so-positive things that go on in life. Most people know that stress can lead to health problems, like…
