Living in today’s world can feel very overwhelming with our daily to-do list that never seems to end. You cross one thing off only to add two more tasks to complete. As a single working mother, I know how hard it can be to take a breath between all the busyness. “Self-care” is a popular… Read More »
Some days, it seems as if nothing is going right. It may be a lot of little things adding up or one major thing bothering you, like a difficult project at work that’s not coming together, an argument with your significant other, or worries about a health issue. But whatever the cause may be, it… Read More »
Seventy-five percent of people report they regularly feel a significant physical and psychological impact of stress on their lives. We are told stress is a normal part of life, but when does it become a problem? General practitioner Dr Jill Gamberg said acute stress is not bad for us – this is our fight or… Read More »
The emotional stress and depression a mother goes during and after pregnancy may lead her baby to gain more weight compared to their peers and even cause childhood obesity, a recent study has revealed. The study, conducted by German and American medical experts from Germany’s Charité Medical School and published in the BMC Public Health… Read More »
—What would it look like if everyone got along work and was civil? Well, we live and work with so many types of people—some who act nice and some who behave with antagonism towards others in the workplace. If you are dreading going to work because you must deal with uncivil coworkers, bosses or employees,… Read More »
Acute stress disorder is a mental health condition that can occur immediately after a traumatic event. It can cause a range of psychological symptoms and, without recognition or treatment, it can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder. There is a close relationship between acute stress disorder (ASD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Some people develop PTSD… Read More »