According to Harvard Health, the word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, which means grace, graciousness, or gratefulness (depending on the context). In some ways gratitude encompasses all of these meanings. Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. The experience of gratitude has historically been a […]
Global mental health research and awareness have focused on both common mental disorders such as depression, and serious mental disorders such as schizophrenia, to the detriment of less common conditions such as obsessive-compulsive and related disorders (OCRDs) with a worldwide prevalence of approximately 2% in the general population. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness […]
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that causes repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations (obsessions) or the urge to do something over and over again (compulsions). Some people can have both obsessions and compulsions. OCD isn’t about habits like biting your nails or thinking negative thoughts. Around 30% of all adults diagnosed with the condition […]
A substance abuse counselor is a competent professional trained to offer alcohol and drug abuse counseling services to those seeking recovery from addiction. Interconnected with that of social and human services, these qualified professionals are equipped to handle the staggering numbers of people in need of help, many of whom have lost their way of […]
A drug and alcohol counselor also known as a substance abuse counselor is a mental health professional who helps patients struggling with addictions. The main responsibility is to work with individuals and their families to treat both mental and emotional disorders, as well as to promote overall mental health. Sometimes called “therapists,” mental health counselors train […]
The substance abuse counselor is a mental health counselor specializing in treating patients who have a chemical dependency on drugs or alcohol. Whether counseling addicts or those who fear they will become addicts, a substance abuse counselor works with their clients to help them overcome their dependency and become self-sufficient. The substance abuse and behavioral […]
Use and abuse of drugs and alcohol is very common and can have serious consequences. According to new studies alcohol and drug abuse account for 50% of deaths from accidents, homicides, suicides among young people. Drugs and alcohol also contribute to physical and sexual aggression such as assault or rape. Repeated and regular recreational use […]
An increasing number of women especially in Africa are looking for ways to make their buttocks bigger. In most cases these women do it to enhance their attractiveness, boost their confidence and sexual appeal. Bananas and Vaseline is now one of the most sought after combination for women seeking bigger and rounder buttocks but does […]
Bananas are listed among the world’s most popular fruits. Native to Southeast Asia, they are now grown in many warm parts of the world. Bananas vary in color, size and shape. The most common type is the Cavendish, which is a type of dessert banana. Green when unripe, it yellows as it matures. A wide […]
Addiction to drugs and alcohol affects millions of people nationwide. Excessive substance abuse affects many parts of the body, but the organ most impacted is the brain. When a person consumes a substance such as drugs or alcohol, their brain produces large amounts of dopamine, which triggers the brain’s reward system. After repeated drug […]
