It’s said laughter is the best medicine. It makes you feel good and helps you keep a positive, optimistic outlook through difficult situations. It is contagious and primes your brain and readies you to smile. It can also protect you from the damaging effects of stress. In other words, don’t take yourself too seriously. That’s [...]
Dr. Oz has touted the powerful health benefits of coconut oil for quite some time. It reportedly helps resist viruses, bacteria, yeast and fungi. Some claim that it boosts thyroid function, improves blood sugar control and reduces the need for insulin. Many users have even experienced an increase in energy and endurance along with improved [...]
Growing up as kids, many of us heard our parents say, “Do as I say, not as I do.” If only it were that easy, but children are like sponges. They literally soak up and absorb everything around them. In turn, we recognize that children’s environments play a significant role in how they develop. If [...]
Pressure, … pushing down on me, pushing down on you … are the familiar lyrics sung by Queen and David Bowie. Having a secure job should mean financial security, less pressure and less stress. However, working in the financial industry has a culture all its own and one that may have you singing along with [...]
Article Provided by: Alan Stevens, MSW, LSW, ACSW ~ CEO of Behavioral Health of the Palm Beaches Relapse is a common part of the addiction recovery process. The potential pitfalls and challenges awaiting recovery patients mandate that they have a comprehensive and easily understood relapse prevention plan to adhere to once they transition back into their [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.