Imagine discovering an effective natural remedy for anxiety, insomnia, and even menopausal symptoms, only to find out it might also damage your liver. Unfortunately, that’s precisely the enigma that surrounds the kava plant. Kava, a plant native to the Pacific…
Sleep is vital for good health, but many patients struggle to get a good night’s rest in hospitals due to disruptive noise levels. As a place designed to help people heal, hospitals should prioritize creating quieter environments to promote better…
Today, more and more Americans are seeking comfort and healing by praying about their health concerns. A study published in the journal Psychology of Religion and Spirituality found that, in 2007, 49% of adults said they had prayed about their…
Few would dispute that the constant presence of smartphones, laptops, and other personal technological devices has led to a significant decrease in face-to-face communication between family members. It’s all too common to find households where people spend their evenings and…
Stress has been a major concern in today’s fast-paced world. It affects millions of people, both physically and mentally. In a recent study conducted by researchers in England and Finland, it has been confirmed that if you continually feel stressed,…
Most people, regardless of their background, will tell you they want to be happy. But what does happiness really mean? The definition of happiness is a state of well-being and contentment, joy, and a pleasurable or satisfying experience. Yet, many…
Effective communication plays a crucial role in all types of relationships, including personal, family, and professional connections. Communication skills that lead to fulfilling relationships can be cultivated, but they require effort and focus in order to create a win-win for…
In previous discussions, the importance of communication in relationships and how it contributes to our overall health and well-being were highlighted. In these articles, the first few steps of a transformative model of communication skills, called Behavioral Engagement with Pure…
Maintaining and nurturing our relationships with friends, family, and romantic partners is crucial for overall health and well-being. Relationships have a significant impact on our happiness, longevity, and mental health. It’s essential to engage in habits and techniques that can…
Last year, a fascinating study at the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences delved into the connection between physical pain and emotional pain. The study had 62 participants fill out the “Hurt Feeling Scale,” a self-assessment tool that…
Anger and other emotions have a profound impact on both our mental and physical health. The mind and body are connected through neurological and neurochemical pathways. When we experience strong emotions, such as anger, our nervous and hormone systems respond,…
Feelings, particularly those like hurt or anger, can have negative consequences on our physical body due to the neurological and neurochemical connections between the mind and body. When you experience internalized anger, your nervous and hormonal systems react, producing neurotransmitter…