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Self-esteem
Healthy self-esteem is feeling good about yourself, and feeling that you are a worthwhile person. It is important for children to feel okay about themselves most of the time even we all have self-doubts at times. Self-esteem enables them to try new things without too much fear of failing, to reach out and make friends,…
Read MoreOverweight or Obese? – Calculate Your Risk
More than 6 out of 10 American adults are overweight or obese and that figure is rising. Being overweight or obese can cause many serious health problems. Health professionals often use BMI and waist circumference together to assess whether someone is overweight or obese and to assess their risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. What…
Read MoreActs of Kindness and Compassion
People who are kind and compassionate are more satisfied with their lives, have stronger relationships and have better physical and mental health. Being kind and compassionate can help other people, and make you feel good too. Kindness and compassion during recovery Almost everybody feels good when someone is kind to them. This is especially true…
Read MoreEye Health Tips for Over-60s
As we got older our eyesight changes as we get older, many of us will need to wear glasses or contact lenses as we age. Here are some tips to help keep your vision clear. Have regular eye tests An eye test is not just good for checking whether your glasses are up to date.…
Read MoreVaricella (Chickenpox)
Varicella is usually a mild and common childhood illness that can also occur at any stage of life. The illness must be treated seriously in all cases because it can be associated with severe complications and even death. Varicella causes a rash of red, itchy spots that turn into fluid-filled blisters. They then crust over…
Read MoreParent Abuse
Most parents and young people arguments, disagree or have a conflict at times. However, it is more than conflict, if a young person is abusive or violent. It is an attempt to control and have power over parent or others in the home. It can happen in families of any religion, culture or situation in…
Read MoreSupportive Parenting Style
Research shows that there are four main styles that parents use: authoritarian, disengaged, permissive and supportive. Parents tend to use one style the most, even they use a mix of these. The supportive style works best for children’s development and well-being. This involves being warm and loving and providing clear support and guidance. Some ways…
Read MoreRubella
Rubella is a viral infection and is sometimes called German measles that used to be common in children. Rubella is uncommon in America and other countries with widespread immunization programs. However, rubella infection and congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) is still reported and outbreaks occur among unimmunized groups. Up to 50% of people infected with rubella,…
Read MoreWhat Causes Stress?
There are many different causes of stress (stressors), some of them are external pressures from outside sources, such as the death of a relative or friend, while other stressors are internal, based on how a person responds to life situations. Responses to stress may be determined by cultural background, personality, social circumstances and the current…
Read MoreChildren Biting
Biting is not bad behavior or a problem, it is a normal part of a child’s development that passes when they learn other ways to express themselves. Biting can also frighten the child who bites. They can feel very powerful because of the strong reaction and attention it brings. However, the feeling of power can…
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