Many veterans struggle with a substance abuse disorder. Although the VA does not rate alcoholism or drug addiction as a service-connected disability, it can be placed as a secondary condition that worsens symptoms of a primary service-connected disability like PTSD. However, a veteran must prove that the service-connected disability caused […]
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6 Things People Get Wrong When Caring for a Dementia Patient
There is no taking away from the fact that dementia care is demanding, exhausting, and can be emotionally and physically draining for the caregiver. Apart from being unaware of their surroundings and forgetfulness, patients suffering from dementia may experience hallucinations, bouts of anger or panic attacks, and they can even […]
Causes and Solutions for Low Self Esteem
Before we discuss the causes of and solutions for low self-esteem, let us first understand how self-esteem affects our lives. Because a comprehensive understanding of the causes, solutions, and the impact of low self-esteem is the first step toward improving it. A story about Michael Jordan Michael Jordan was not […]
Easy Tips to Avoid Diseases and to Stay Healthy
Health is wealth. No matter how beautiful your house is or how rich you are, staying healthy is very important. Diseases are not uncommon in any household. One has to stay careful about the causes, effects and prevention methods of infectious diseases, especially when there are little children around. It’s […]
The A-Z Guide to Gynecomastia
What is Gynecomastia? Gynecomastia is known as enlargement of a man’s chest such that it resembles a woman’s breast. This is basically caused by an endocrinal hormonal imbalance. The imbalance is of the hormones estrogen and testosterone. This disorder is common among pubescent males and in some cases it affects newborn […]
Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Depression and anxiety are those mental disorders that can occur in a certain point in the life of everyone. They do not discriminate. Of course, there are factors which make one more or less predisposed, but in general, a major depressive episode can occur. It is often associated with fatigue […]
What Type of Rehab Best Suits You?
There are a ton of addictions out there—some you probably haven't even realized. Treatment can vary slightly depending on the type of addiction you are tackling, but there are a few different approaches you can take to enhance your road to recovery. Find out which type of rehab is right […]
How Jaw Structure Affects Your Appearance
Innumerable factors impact the appearance of the face. Genetics influence different aspects, including nose shape, the angles of the jaw and forehead, eye color, plumpness of cheeks and skin tone. Age plays a critical role in the shaping of the jaws as well, as do environmental factors such as chewing […]