Addiction to drugs or alcohol are more common than you think. According to the American Addiction Centers, 21.5 million American adults battled a substance abuse disorder in 2014 alone. Only a small percentage of these users actually seek treatment. Deciding how and when to get sober is a big step. Once you do, you’re on the path to recovery. How do you admit you have a … [Read more...]
10 Tips for Elderly Caregiving
When it comes to taking care of our loved ones, it’s safe to say that every single person is capable of doing a great job in this regard. We all want to care for our loved ones and we all want to help them enjoy a better quality of life in every way possible. While most, if not all, rely on their parents to acquire whatever their hearts desire, the role-reversal as parents’ age … [Read more...]
What Is the History of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation – otherwise known as CPR – has literally been a lifesaver for hundreds of years. With changes to the guidelines and new recommendations to optimize CPR techniques being released on an almost annual basis, this emergency medical procedure may certainly seem modern, but the fact is, it’s a procedure that’s been in practice to some degree since the … [Read more...]
Five Daily Hair Care Tips
Has your hair been looking less than lustrous as of late? Do you suffer from a dry itchy scalp, split ends, and unruly tresses? Does your hair look dull and lifeless, without any shine to it whatsoever? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, then there’s a good chance you’re feeling rather frustrated with the current state of your hair. While you may be resigned … [Read more...]
The Often Unappreciated Power of the Human Heart
The human heart is an amazing thing. We tend to look at it as more of a cautionary tale; exploring what it can't do rather than what it can. But in reality, the human heart can accomplish quite a bit. But there are four facts, in particular, that should make everyone take extra notice of this amazing organ. How we monitor it This heart fact has a lot to do with both … [Read more...]
Mediation – A Midway Solution
In today’s hasty economic world, the forte of every organization depends upon its economy, growth, productivity, continuity. All these factors are determined by the employee’s personal and professional capabilities. An employee is as important for an organization as a beam for a building. In an organization hundreds to thousands of employees share the same workplace having … [Read more...]
5 Helpful Tips for a First-Time Caregiver
A career in caregiving is a rewarding profession. Giving your time in service of others is a noble pursuit worthy of praise from every individual in our society. As a first-time caregiver, it’s crucial that you know what you’re getting yourself into with your new career. The demands on your time and effort can sometimes feel overwhelming. If you’re new to the caregiving … [Read more...]
How to Bounce Back After an Ankle Surgery
Undergoing surgery is never a particularly pleasant experience. But, it can be even more frustrating when your surgery literally knocks you off your feet for a few weeks or months. If you’ve got an ankle surgery coming up, you might be wondering how you expedite your recovery and minimize the amount of time you have to spend sitting around with our ankle propped up. While … [Read more...]
How to Purify Air from Molds
Molds can be a pesky thing to deal with. If you find some spores or patches of mold in your ceiling or any wooden part of the house, including baseboards and cabinets, odds are there is more to be found in other places too. Mold does spread very quickly, so it’s best to get rid of the problem at once and with full force in order to stop more from growing. Although fighting mold … [Read more...]
10 Healthy Hobby Suggestions for Seniors
It’s no secret that the retirement years can be a very lonely and depressing period of a person’s life. You may feel unfulfilled or lacking purpose, your body may not work like it used to, and it might seem like there is nothing but time to kill. Due to isolation, many seniors may also get stuck in a rut and could require a little nudge to get moving. The key here is to … [Read more...]
