Know Your Pain Medications
How much do you now about pain medications? Pain comes and goes during your lifetime. No one is exempt from needing a pain reliever from time to time. Pain medications, also known as painkillers,,can reduce your fever and relieve your headache or muscle pain, but they can also lead to addictions and other health problems. […]
Vitiligo: Being Proud Of Your Skin
Vitiligo changes the appearance of the skin, often noticeably, and some people with the skin condition may deal with poor body image and low self-esteem — it can be frustrating to feel different because of vitiligo. There is so much beauty in being different. But vitiligo is not who you are, it’s merely a condition […]
The Life Of A “Functional” Alcoholic
After almost 20 years with a drinking problem, I know a thing or two about the lies you tell yourself as a ‘functional’ alcoholic. Sweet sweet liquor, nectar of the gods. Bringer of joy the world over. Whether it’s a glass of your favourite Pinot with your wife over dinner or drinking four shots of […]
Tips To Manage Personality Disorders
Personality disorders are common, but are often kept a secret or ignored by loved ones and family members because addressing them causes conflict. Who wants to be yelled at when you make suggestions? People with personality disorders can have anger and resentment issues and resist change and treatment. Mental illness is really hard both for […]
What Is Eczema: How Not To Scratch
Tips To Stop Itching Eczema Eczema is an umbrella term for several non-contagious skin conditions that cause dry, itchy skin that may be prone to infection. It’s believed that the condition is caused by an overactive immune response to environmental triggers, leading to inflammation and itching. Itchy skin is the most common and burdensome symptom […]
5 Tips For Living With A Person Who Overeats
Do You Live With A Person Who Overeats Living with a person who overeats can be frustrating for a multitude of reasons. Someone addicted to food is causing harm to his (or her) body, and watching someone be self-destructive harms you and your relationship. There is plenty of information out there for a person who […]