You know that sinking feeling when Sunday evening rolls around and you think about the week ahead? Or that heavy dread that settles in your chest on Monday morning before you even check your emails? You’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone. New scientific research reveals that Monday anxiety isn’t just a cultural […]

Taking any type of medicine always carries a risk, with some risks being more concerning than others. If you look at the Physicians’ Desk Reference (available online) and navigate to the side effects section, you may be surprised by the lengthy lists of side effects for some medications. However, when examining the area of specific […]

When my mother entered elementary school, she was left-handed, but the school viewed that as a deficit. What do you suppose they did? Yes, she told me they tied her left hand behind her back so that she was forced to use her right hand. Left-handedness has long posed a challenge in many cultures, as […]

Isometric exercises are ideal for incorporating into your regular routines, as they involve engaging muscles without moving the joints. These exercises can be easily incorporated into day-to-day activities and offer benefits to individuals of all ages, improving both their physical and mental health. In fact, isometric workouts are an excellent starting point for a healthier lifestyle because […]

Concerns about neurodegenerative disorders or diseases have been high on the list of researchers because of the devastation they cause. The research has been ongoing for many decades. While some advances have been made in the discovery of certain substances that may lead to negative brain changes, we are still searching for that elusive answer. […]

According to The Lancet (in 2021), there were 61.8 million people on the autism spectrum in the world, which is equivalent to 1 out of every 127 people, amounting to a global distribution of 788.3 per 100,000 individuals. Autism has been studied through the lens of deficits and challenges for an extended period. The world […]

With around 25% of the adult population being disabled, the US is home to one of the biggest minority groups. Physical, cognitive, and sensory impairments are only a few examples of the widely acknowledged types of impairments. Anyone with a disability goes through specific stages of disability identity formation identified by researchers as acceptance, relationship, adoption, and involvement. […]

Going for walks, dancing, and doing housework —although not technically exercises —any kind of movement counts toward your daily activity goal. Get more exercise to improve your health with just a straightforward adjustment. Physical activity enhances the quality of sleep, strengthens the brain, and reduces the risk of developing certain types of cancer and heart disease. Your weekly […]

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Dementia’s devastation may slip under our notice unless we recognize its many manifestations in behavior, speech, and mood.