Understanding Depression and Emotional Suffering

Understanding Depression, Emotional and Physical Pain: Mind-Body Connections
I'm a special education teacher certified in emotional impairment. I have a degree in psychology. I've read almost every book on depression self-help. I've also battled depression and it's my own experience with depression that has taught me the most.
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Feeling Down? Having an Off Day? Listen to Your Body

Off Days, Down Times and Emotional Health: Listen to Your Body
We all have off days. Days when we work so hard and seem to get no more. Times when we just can't seem to concentrate. Days when our productivity level is less than zero. Did you know that off day are often signals from your body to slow down?
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Children and Yoga in the Classroom: Foster Fitness and Learning

Yoga in School Classroom: Stretching and Breathing for Healthy Body, Healthy Mind In school classrooms, we often put the cart before the horse. Before we can educate a child's mind we must tend to his bodily needs. A tired, hungry, uncomfortable child does not learn well. Using yoga stretching fosters learning. Read More

Thyroid Gland: Metabolism and Hormone Health Issues

Thyroid Problems: Source of Numerous Health Problems
The thyroid is a gland in the neck. The thryroid secretes hormones, principally Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine. This hormone regulates metabolism and development. But if something goes wrong, the thyroid can affect the whole system
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Can Clothing Styles Affect Women's Health?

What's an article about choosing plus-sized clothing got to do with health? Quite a lot! First of all, plus-sized women often have horribly low self-esteem and choosing the right clothing can make a world of difference. Second, women, no matter what body size of shape often worry more about the size number than a comfortable, healthy clothing fit. Poorly fitting clothing can create health issues by constricting blood flow and contorting the body. Look at the damage done by corsets and garters! Proper breast health and breast cancer prevention can be effected by a properly fitting bra also. Read on...

Work and Play~ Wii Your Way to Health

Use the Nintendo Wii for a Total Body Workout
Need a great workout? Grab your Wii and have fun! Great healthy workout! Overview and review of Wii interactive video game.
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Miscarriage and Still-Born Infant: Health Issues for Mom

Stillborn Infant: The Long-Term Physical Effects
I have lost two infants that were almost to the age of viability. This article covers many of the long-term effects of stillborn infant upon the mother, physically.
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Healthy Cosmetics, Natural Beauty

Safe, Healthful, Non-Toxic Cosmetics / Beauty Grocery List
Definitive list of unsafe skin care, hair care and beauty products and healthful alternatives.
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Staying Healthy in Summer Heat

Keep Cool, Healthy and Comfortable in Summer Heat
20 ways to reduce your body temperature and keep cool and comfortable in summer heat and humidity
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