Psychological trauma occurs when someone experiences or sees a disturbing or life-threatening situation where their physical or psychological wellbeing feels threatened. Mental trauma can affect one’s ability to cope with even their normal routine. It is important to understand and recognize the signs of psychological trauma, their effect on the brain, and what treatment options are available so that immediate action can be taken for recovery. Psychological trauma can leave…
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How to Overcome Addictive Behavior? Here Are 5 Gentle Ways To Help You
by Vidya Sury January 4, 2022You can become addicted to almost anything. Today, some of the most common forms of addiction are. Addicts are usually chasing a feeling of pleasure to escape their realities. It can be easy to assume that you don’t have any control over your addictions, regardless of what you’re addicted to. The good news is, there are simple proven methods to help you overcome addictive behavior. Whether you want to break…
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What Is Sleep Apnea? Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment Options
by Vidya Sury November 30, 2021Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep. People with untreated sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly during their sleep, sometimes hundreds of times during the night. Left untreated, sleep apnea results in many health problems, including hypertension (high blood pressure), stroke, cardiomyopathy (enlargement of the muscle tissue of the heart), heart failure, diabetes, and heart attacks. Untreated sleep apnea can also cause…
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Blood Sugar Basics – What You Need to Know #DiabetesAwareness
by Vidya Sury November 5, 2021With any condition, knowledge is power as it helps you understand how to manage it. Blood sugar is no exception. Here are words and phrases you should know so that when you talk to your doctor, it makes sense. If you are struggling to manage your blood sugar and are living with diabetes, all the more reason to learn what the following terms mean. Please bookmark this page as I…
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The ancient practice of yoga is a holistic approach that aims to connect the mind, body and spirit. While there are several branches of yoga, hatha yoga is the most popular. For those who want to get started with yoga, hatha yoga is the ideal starting point. Besides helping with stress relief, improve strength and flexibility and pain relief, it also helps manage anxiety, depression and other mental health issues.…