Smoking is a hot topic. It seems like everyone has an opinion, and people are often quite passionate about their stance. But one question that remains open is whether smoking makes you sexy. Some people think that smoking gives you a certain edge, but does the research back that up? Here, we’ll take a closer look at the evidence to see if smoking can make you appear more attractive to the opposite sex. Stay tuned. Continue reading
Home care services are vital for senior citizens and people with mental health issues. These services allow elderly people and individuals with special needs to get the assistance they need in the comfort of their own home. According to an article published in the Arizona Geriatrics Society Journal, the prevalence of depression is 3 to 5 times higher among elderly people who live in a nursing home than their peers who live in their own home. With medical science helping more people to live longer, there is a growing need for home care services worldwide. Continue reading
Drugs are chemical compounds that impact your mental, emotional, or physical state. They can affect the way your brain works and influence how you think, feel, and behave. While most people use drugs for medical reasons, an increasing number of people are engaging in recreational drug use and drug abuse. Drug abuse refers to a pattern of excessive drug use for nonmedical purposes that often leads to mental, emotional, social, and physical harm for the abuser. Continue reading
Addiction is a psychological condition that usually results in drug or alcohol abuse. When someone becomes addicted to a substance, they are no longer in control of their own life. The addiction takes over and dictates what the person does, how he behaves, and who he associates with. This can have devastating consequences for the individual and his loved ones. Continue reading
Caregivers are unspoken heroes. They’re the people that deserve more recognition for the incredible work they do for their loved ones. Caring for an elderly parent or relative who has dementia is especially challenging. Nevertheless, there are practical things you can do to keep your loved one safe. Continue reading
People often say there is no force stronger than a mother’s love. And it’s easy to understand why. As the newborn is beginning his or her journey into an unknown world, mom is always right there to do anything she can to make that journey successful. Over the past twenty five years, a number of studies have investigated the factors that contribute to the development of the mother-child bond. Interestingly, there is mounting evidence that breastfeeding may play a very significant role. Continue reading
