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  • Debt and the Effects of Stress

    If you're carrying too much debt for your comfort, you may find yourself worrying about your ability to repay it. If you're being harassed by bill collectors or even facing the possibility of bankruptcy or foreclosure, you may be dealing with an extreme amount of stress. Debt stress can affect your life in several ways.

  • Theories in Medical Social Work

    Medical social work is the large field of psychology that focuses on the treatment of patients. This includes formal psychologists, group psychologists or even local social workers. Each theory represents a formal approach to a patient's psychological needs and works to assess those needs and offer a supportive solution to help patients address those needs in a healthy way.

  • What Are Some Health Effects of Cobalt?

    Cobalt is a naturally occurring element that can be found in rocks, soil, water, plants, and animals. This compound exists in non-radioactive and radioactive forms. Non-radioactive cobalt exists as a steel-gray, shiny metal and is used in producing alloys used for manufacturing. Radioactive cobalt is used in sterilizing medical equipment, irradiating food, treating cancer patients and for manufacturing plastics. Cobalt is beneficial for the body, but exposure to high levels of cobalt can be harmful.

  • Theories of Work-Related Stress

    The workplace is a major sources of stress for many individuals. Studies have shown that stress in the workplace can have a detrimental effect on your health and can even be fatal. Though people may respond differently to workplace stress, there are some general theories that help categorize the various sources.

  • Clinical Interventions for Violent Children

    When a child acts out violently, concerned adults should intervene as soon as possible. Mental health professionals can conduct a comprehensive evaluation to determine medical, social and psychological issues.

  • Herbal Alternative to Raising HDL

    HDL, or high density lipoprotein, is commonly referred to as good cholesterol, and it is vital in protecting against heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, up to a third of blood cholesterol is transported via HDL, which transmits the cholesterol from the arterial area back to the liver. The cholesterol is then passed on to other parts of the body. Since HDL is so important for your well being, it is important to increase your HDL level, and this can be achieved by using herbal remedies.

  • Adrenal Health & Stress

    During times of stress, the adrenal glands produce a hormone that helps the body prepare for attack. Cortisol is the stress hormone that causes the body to store fat for energy and gives a boost to the immune system. Constant stress causes the adrenal glands to become overworked and depleted stores of this hormone are the result. Adrenal fatigue occurs when the body can no longer produce stress hormones.

  • The Safety of the Herb Tulsi

    Tulsi, sometimes known as holy basil, is considered among one of the most sacred herbs of India. The medicinal quality of the herb has been known in India for centuries. It offers a variety of health effects and is generally considered safe.

  • How Does Stress Affect Health?

    Emotional stress affects health by causing sleep disturbances, a suppressed immune system and heart problems. Avoid distress caused by exposure to stressful situations in the environment with tips from a family practitioner in this free video on stress.

  • How Does a Person Cope With Stress?

    Stress is an everyday fact of life. Stress on the job, stress at work, stress over money--the list goes on. Being able to effectively cope with stress can come in handy, not only in our everyday lives, but in terms of our health and overall well being. Stress is typically defined in terms of emotional or psychological duress. However, if stress persists long enough, physical symptoms can arise as well. Half the battle in dealing with stress is knowing the signs and symptoms. The sooner you can recognize and deal with a sign of stress, the less problematic it becomes.

  • How Does Stress Affect Health?

    Stress is any external or internal factor that creates a demand on your physical, emotional or mental reserves. It is the number one cause of chronic disease. The inability to manage stress can tax the heart and weaken the immune system. Unmanaged stress can result in an elevated heart rate and blood pressure and create an increased risk for chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and obesity.

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