By Scott Young My headline might sound overreaching. Clearly a rule can’t define something as complex as human behavior. But despite this, I’ve found most people tend to make the…
Category: Health
10 ways to fight your fears
Whatever it is that scares you, here are 10 ways to help you cope with your day-to-day fears and anxieties. These tips are for people who are coping with everyday…
Eight Tips for Maintaining Friendships
A key to happiness? Find a friend! by Gretchen Rubin Ancient philosophers and scientists agree: strong social ties are a key to happiness. You need close, long-term relationships; you need…
6 Food Groups Associated with Cancer Risk
by Susan McQuillan M.S., RDN New research narrows down food categories to the most helpful and most harmful. Researchers say whole grains, dairy and fresh fruit help fight cancer. Diet…
What Black Americans Need to Know About Heart Disease
You may know that heart disease is the #1 killer in the United States. But did you know that the risks are even higher for Black Americans? Fast Facts: Black…
Can Money Buy You Happiness?
By Emily Holland Have you ever thought: If only I had (fill in blank), then I would be happy? Whether it’s a bigger house, nicer car or heftier paycheck, it’s easy…
Stop! Live the Life You Want.
Here are 3 effective strategies to get the life you want. Source: KyuOh/iStock Are you getting all you want? Are you achieving all of your goals and succeeding in life?…
A Look at Mental Health in NOLA
By Oliver Thomas New Orleans is one of the most interesting places in the world. Although a small southern city, New Orleans has had some of the biggest big city…
Which Mental Illness Is Most Disabling?
Functional impairment associated with different disorders is examined. by Arash Emamzadeh While there is no consensus on the exact definition of disability (especially psychological disability), there is greater recognition these…
Apple Cider Vinegar and Your Health
Apple cider vinegar has a long history as a home remedy, used to treat everything from a sore throat to varicose veins. But there’s not much science to support the…