Archive for October, 2011

By Healthwise While asthma symptoms seem straightforward—coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath—it’s not always easy for doctors to definitively diagnose the condition. It can be hard to determine if a chronic cough is asthma, a lingering respiratory ailment, or something else. Symptoms like wheezing can come and go, or coughing may only occur at specific [...]

We all want to teach our children good health habits, but that can sometimes be easier said than done. Giving your kids an understanding of good nutrition, introducing them to healthy foods and providing alternatives to junk food are some of the fundamental elements for healthy living. But nutrition is only half the equation; it’s also [...]

Are you trying to find after school activities for kids that are overweight? In this article we are going to talk about 3 top activities for kids that have a weight problem Getting your kids involved with after school activities for kids that are overweight is a great idea. Many times people are afraid that [...]

by jancyja Breast cysts are very common among women who are in their reproductive age. Though they are quite harmless as they are non cancerous, many women find it very stressful to live with them. They can become swollen and cause more pain during menstruation when the hormone fluctuation in the body is at its [...]

A panic attack is a sudden surge of overwhelming anxiety and fear. Your heart pounds and you can’t breathe. You feel dizzy and sick to your stomach. You may even feel like you’re dying or going crazy. Left untreated, panic attacks can lead to panic disorder and other problems. They may even cause you to [...]

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After a traumatic experience, it’s normal to feel frightened, sad, anxious, and disconnected. Usually, with time, the upset fades and you start to enjoy life again. But sometimes the trauma is so overwhelming that you find that you can’t move on. You feel stuck with a constant sense of danger and painful memories that don’t [...]

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It can be tough to know what to say or do when someone you care about is grieving. It’s common to feel helpless, awkward, or unsure. You may be afraid of intruding, saying the wrong thing, or making the person feel even worse. Or maybe you feel there’s little you can do to make things [...]

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Losing someone or something you love is very painful. After a significant loss, you may experience all kinds of difficult and surprising emotions, such as shock, anger, and guilt.  Sometimes it may feel like the sadness will never let up. While these feelings can be frightening and overwhelming, they are normal reactions to loss. Accepting [...]

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(from helpguide.org) If you’ve gone through a traumatic experience or suffered repeated trauma, you may be struggling with upsetting emotions, frightening memories, or a sense of constant danger that you just can’t kick. Or the trauma may have left you feeling numb, disconnected, and unable to trust other people. When bad things happen, it can take [...]

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The impact of a natural disaster or traumatic event goes far beyond physical damage. The emotional toll is often more devastating and longer-lasting. Just as it takes time to clear the rubble and repair the damage, it takes time to recover your emotional equilibrium and rebuild your life. When disasters happen, you may experience a [...]

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