Time-out is a type of discipline that is used to stop a child from performing a bad behavior "isolating" the child for a period of time. Time-out removes a child from the situation and gives him or her time to calm down. It also helps establish that the parent is in charge, and allows the [...]
Parenting and grandparenting can be an emotional roller coaster. Although you're filled with love for your kids and grandkids, caring for them can also be scary, frustrating and sometimes downright infuriating. But no matter how riled up you get, it's important to control your anger around youngsters. The importance of managing anger It never feels [...]
Today, about 68 percent of U.S. adults are overweight or obese. This number has grown a lot in recent years. A new study may help explain why. Researchers found that we burn about 100 fewer calories at work every day than people did 50 years ago. The reason is simple. Since the 1960s, not many [...]
Have you tried and failed to lose weight, quit smoking, or break another bad habit? Perhaps your self-esteem—how you think of yourself—could use a boost. These strategies can help you build your self-esteem and confidence in your ability to achieve your goals and break bad habits. Love and accept yourself for who you are. Do [...]
Each year, one in four adults in the U.S. suffer from a mental health problem. The most common mental health problems are anxiety, substance abuse, and depression. Mental health care can be costly, even for people with health insurance. Medications for these conditions are costly. Also, therapist charges per counseling session vary. Costs depend on [...]
When your life spins out of control, asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. The American Psychological Association recommends you seek the help of a trained mental health professional if: You constantly worry. You feel trapped. You aren't getting any better with self-help. You feel as if you can't handle things alone. [...]
It's normal to feel stressed or anxious now and then. But it's time to call for help if emotional issues persist for a significant period of time and interfere with your life, your job or your personal relationships. With all the mental health resources and effective treatments available these days, you don't need to suffer [...]
You know that you should eat healthy foods and get some exercise to feel good and live longer. Another key part to living longer is your mental health. Good mental health is just as important as good physical health. But we all face changes in life that can challenge our emotional well-being. For example, even [...]
It's Monday morning. Your desk is cluttered, your to-do list is two pages long and you have 25 new voice-mail messages. Maximizing your efficiency with proven productivity skills can help you clear the decks and get on with your work. Experts say that do-it-now' work habits are the key to becoming more productive and efficient. [...]
It may be difficult to be happy with what you see in the mirror, but a healthy self-image will help you care for yourself. The Cleveland Clinic recommends: Jot down a list of positive qualities you see in yourself. Ask loved ones to share what they think are your positive qualities. Create goals that are [...]