8 Tips to Help Seniors Conquer Stress
As boomers retire from their jobs at unprecedented rates in the U.S., you’d think they’d be spending their free time with friends, lingering over the morning newspaper and coffee or taking January vacations in a warm place. But many seniors are finding themselves in a predicament that few anticipate in retirement: parenting for a second […]
Are You Stressing Yourself Out?
It’s true that some stress is unavoidable — you will feel pressured at work, wake up late, have bills to pay and deal with professional and personal obligations. But are the demands on your time really that unforgiving, or are you needlessly elevating your stress levels? Not “every bit of stress we have is self-created,” […]
The Typical Health Problems of Puberty
Puberty is a crucial stage in a person’s life as the body system matures, rapid brain development and emotional changes happen all at the same time. Alongside these changes are health problems that need attention and proper care. According to the World Health Organization and Adolescent Psychology, these are the typical health problems of puberty. […]
Signs and Symptoms That You May Be at Risk for Hypothyroidism
Of the estimated 20 million Americans who experience the symptoms of a thyroid imbalance, more than half don’t know they have a medical condition. But the majority of them have an under active thyroid gland, called hypothyroidism, the most common thyroid disorder. Hypothyroidism occurs most often in women over 50. Roughly 15 per- cent of […]