Give Yourself a Dose of Self-Compassion and Reduce Your Stress
February 5th, 2019
Do you speak to yourself as you would to a friend? Or are you as kind to yourself as you are to a friend? According to one of the leading experts in self-compassion, Kristin Neff, self-compassion is showing yourself kindness and care the same way you would to a friend in instances of perceived inadequacy, […]
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What You Need to Know About Geriatric Care From An Expert
November 21st, 2018
If anyone knows and understands the field of geriatric care, it’s Judy Siderer, senior care manager and geriatric care manager at Intervention Associates. Siderer is an expert in geriatric care management. She understands the complexity of aging. She also understands what it takes to care for an elderly. In addition, she knows how to help […]
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Being Proactive about Depression—Promoting mental health hygiene and Treatment
October 30th, 2018
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how you act. Promoting good mental health hygiene and preparation are part of the battle, even when you’re trying to stave off or live with an illness such as depression. In the same […]
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Don’t Stress your Gut
October 3rd, 2018
When I was a child, I always seemed to have a sensitive stomach. I became very aware that certain foods affected me negatively. I remember my mother taking me to the doctor who prescribed for me a bland diet of crackers, soups, teas, and ginger ale soda. I had to say goodbye to sugary foods, […]
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