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Medical Benefits of Meditation
Meditation, the art of tuning the mind out of normal, conscious thought and into a relaxed state of awareness, is becoming increasingly popular in Western culture, and it’s about time. Meditation has been an integral part of Eastern life and religion for centuries. Health professionals report that people who make meditation a regular part of their lives experience a wide range of neurological, emotional, cardiovascular and immune system benefits. Specific types of meditation have also been identified as being particularly healthful for pregnant women.
Teen Drug & Alcohol Treatment
Drug and alcohol addiction is devastating to even the most sophisticated and mature of adults but it is equally – if not more – ruinous for teens and young adults.
The Nag Factor: How Marketers Use Kids To Sell Junk Food
I took my 4-year-old to the grocery store yesterday for our regular semi-weekly trip. He rode in a plastic race-car cart and mostly talked to himself or made various vocal observations about how long the trip was taking (ahem). But when we got to the cereal aisle, he was suddenly completely engaged. (You know where this is going, dont you?) Mom! Stop! I want that! Go back! See that one! LETS GET THAT! he shrieked giddily.
Psychological Tests for Children
There are times when children need psychological help the same as adults do. Some psychological disorders have physical causes; others are brought on by stress or trauma. Still other childhood psychological disorders are behavioral in nature. Although some of the psychological disorders affecting children are more common than others, none are part of a child’s normal developmental process. Many of these behavioral or psychiatric disorders can be treated.
Breathing Exercises for Children
Kids face many pressures and sources of stress including school and home situations. Breathing exercises are an option for stress management in children. Deep breathing by itself might be challenging for younger children, but adding a child-friendly aspect makes the exercises easier and more effective. Kids can perform some breathing exercises in the classroom as well as at home.