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Yael came to treatment after a long period during which she felt deep depression, emptiness, and meaninglessness. She tried psychological therapy, which did not significantly help her. Although she acquired coping techniques that helped reduce her depressive symptoms, she felt that she had not come to an understanding of the source of her feelings. Despite attempting to investigate the causes of her negative feelings during treatment, she faced difficulty expressing herself and explaining why she felt that way. She decided to stop the treatment and look for other methods to alleviate her distress. While surfing the internet, she was exposed…
A recent Mayo Clinic study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association investigated lucid episodes in people living with later stages of dementia, providing insights into how these occurrences reveal themselves. The findings showed that 75% of people having lucid episodes were reported to have Alzheimer’s Disease as opposed to other forms of dementia. Researchers define lucid episodes as unexpected, spontaneous, meaningful and relevant communication from a person who is assumed to have permanently lost the capacity for coherent interactions, either verbally or through gestures and actions. Family caregivers of people living with dementia were surveyed…
By Leo Babauta Developing a strong sense of self is one of the most under-appreciated ways to be happy. To have healthy relationships, with others and with yourself. It’s not often understood, and as a result, problems in this area cause problems in all areas of our lives. Let me point out just some of the common symptoms of an under-developed sense of self: People pleasing Conflict avoidance Not being honest about how you feel Losing yourself in a relationship Distancing yourself from your partner when you’re afraid Hiding things, cheating on your partner Not being able to take care…
It’s that time of year again when the sound of leather hitting wood and leather on leather while playing catch rings out. Spring training for baseball players is just around the corner and after all these years it’s still one of America’s greatest pastimes. Professional baseball, in its current form, has been around for 123 years. Times that by 162 games plus post-season, and that’s a lot of games. There’s much history, nostalgia, and tradition behind the game of baseball, which are a couple of reasons why it is still prevalent in the age of social media and the smartphone.…
The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. The start of March kicks off the countdown for several highly anticipated dates like St. Patrick’s Day, the beginning of spring, and—in the case of 2024—Easter. But if you shop at Aldi, you’ll also know that the start of March also means that a score of exciting new items are about to debut at the retailer. Aldi rolls out a special collection of limited-edition items…
ROCHESTER, Minn. — People who are overall healthy and living with well-controlled Type 2 diabetes can donate a kidney, thanks to a change in national policy. Naim Issa, M.D. The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network updated its living donor criteria. It makes some people with Type 2 diabetes eligible to donate a kidney. This marks a “significant shift” in criteria for living kidney donors, says Naim Issa, M.D., Mayo Clinic transplant nephrologist. “This policy change may offer a lifeline to some people with end-stage kidney disease, providing them with a better chance for a successful transplant and improved quality of…
Given this, you could posit that smoking weed is a double whammy of impairment, but that edibles only provide a single avenue to potential heart effects, making them a better but not completely risk-averse option. The jury’s still out, but in Dr. Chandy’s view, “It doesn’t matter what form you’re taking with respect to smoking, vaping, or taking [THC] in orally, there’s data not just from our paper but from other clinical studies showing that it can cause adverse effects [to the heart].”Here’s how this all stacks up to booze, heart-health-wise.It’s a bit of a game of apple (martinis) versus…
Soup is an easy and comforting way to get loads of essential nutrients in your meal, with ingredients like beans, grains, vegetables, and meats adding flavor and health benefits. And a bonus: soup isn’t just tasty—it can also help you lose weight! Studies show that enjoying a bowl of soup is associated with lower body weight and prolonged feelings of fullness. If you want to supercharge your soup for even greater weight loss benefits, consider ramping up the protein content. Protein is a powerhouse for overall health, playing a crucial role in metabolic health, muscle development, and immune system strength. And…
Are you someone who loves working out but wonders why you should follow a specific workout program? You should be commended for your devotion to your health. At least half of Americans don’t meet basic physical activity requirements, and you complete workout after workout (1). However, following a specific workout plan will lead to more motivation, progress, and knowledge. By following a specific workout program, you will experience these benefits: Motivation – Gives a purpose to train to meet an end goal Personalization – Trying different programs will help you find what you like in fitness Education – New exercises,…
Tyler, Kaitlyn and Bryce Theobald Tyler Theobald was playing basketball when the dizziness started. Some might argue that lightheadedness during exercise comes from overexertion, but Tyler knew something was wrong when the room kept spinning, even while he stood still. His wife later took him to the emergency department near their home in Searcy, Arkansas, where he was given medication for vertigo and sent home. When his symptoms weren’t improving, he saw a primary care doctor and then an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor a few days later. “The doctor thought I had a virus affecting my inner ear,…