When was the last time you had a mental health day? Maybe you take time off each quarter. Maybe you feel guilty about staying home unless you have a fever or a sore throat. If so, you might be surprised to hear that the World Health Organization designated October 10 as the annual official World Mental Health Day. It’s part of a campaign for education, awareness, and … [Read more...] about Read This Before You Take a Mental Health Day
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What to Expect When You Start Physical Therapy
If you think physical therapy is just for accidents and injuries, you could be missing out. The truth is that it can help you with any condition that makes moving more difficult. Physical therapists are licensed professionals who work with children and adults at any stage of life, from infancy to old age. That can include patients who need treatment for specific ailments, … [Read more...] about What to Expect When You Start Physical Therapy
A Quick Guide to Atrial Fibrillation
You may have seen TV commercials with Barry Manilow and less famous senior citizens talking about AFib. That's shorthand for atrial fibrillation, the most common cause of irregular heartbeats. When you have AFib, the electrical signals to the upper chambers of your heart become disorganized. A healthy heart beats steadily for about 60 times a minute at rest. With AFib, that … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide to Atrial Fibrillation
A Hybrid Work Guide for Adults with ADHD
The sudden shift to remote and hybrid work has been a rocky road for many working adults. The challenge can be even greater if you have ADHD. You were probably happy to say goodbye to your daily morning commute. On the other hand, you may now be dealing with new concerns like Zoom fatigue and feeling less connected. Your old routines have disappeared, and it’s difficult to … [Read more...] about A Hybrid Work Guide for Adults with ADHD
Read This Before You Stage an Intervention
If a loved one is experiencing addiction, you want to be able to help them. However, they may be in denial and you may be unsure about what to do. An intervention could be the first step to recovery. During an intervention, family and friends gather together to tell someone how their addiction is affecting their lives and encourage them to get help. In some cases, … [Read more...] about Read This Before You Stage an Intervention