Nowadays, it is hard to escape the grasp technology has on everyone. People are constantly surrounded by it, in all its forms. Thousands of sources are calling for people’s attention and the amount of information they are exposed to can easily become exceedingly overwhelming and trigger one’s anxiety. Several studies have revealed that overexposure to […]
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Mental health destigmatization is a term many are not familiar with, but it is essential for raising awareness of the stigmas that are placed around mental illnesses. In the United States, the national average, according to the U.S. National Stigma Studies, being labeled with a stigma just because of mental illness is 40%. That’s a
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This article explains how volunteering can improve physical and mental heath.
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As more and more of our society becomes technology-dependent, social media usage is on the rise, which has become a helpful tool in navigating today’s increasingly digital world. With that dependence comes various positive and negative effects of social media, the degree of which varies greatly. With over 95% of adolescents reporting using social media
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Self-confidence and overcoming self-doubt can be challenging. Every aspect of our lives, including our jobs, families, classes, and extracurricular activities, puts pressure on us. the notion that we are superior to those surrounding us simply due to the ability to set and accomplish goals. Overcoming the obstacles preventing our success is the first step towards
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Why is preventative care so important? It can help catch things early, giving you the option to get treatment started right away. In healthcare, sooner is almost always better, so why not take those extra precautionary steps? Preventative health screenings keep you informed on all aspects of your health and help millions of people get
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It’s no secret that excessive alcohol consumption isn’t good for our health. Dehydration, lacklustre skin and a fatty liver can result from indulging in more than your body can handle. But did you know that alcohol consumption increases your risk of developing dementia? Increased alcohol intake is responsible for causing a brain injury called Alcohol-related
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Light therapy or phototherapy has been proven as an effective, minimally invasive way to treat certain types of cancer. Performed by coating cancerous cells with a light-activated drug and shining light over them, phototherapy fights well against cancers located on or close to the surface of a patient’s skin but has been less successful in
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In today’s world, the term “wellness” has gained some traction as individuals seek to improve their day-to-day lives. But what exactly is wellness? Often used interchangeably with terms like health and wellbeing, wellness is the term used for the idea of an all-encompassing and holistic approach to living a fulfilling life. Wellness can be broken
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