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How Can a Family Prepare for Counseling

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No family is perfect. There would always be a time when family members disagree or get into arguments. There would also be some members who face personal issues such as pertaining to their behavior or their relationships with the family, classmates or friends.

Problems come and go in a family but these trials are what actually strengthen the bond and make people wiser. Parents play a major role in finding solutions to their issues. However, they can always turn to professional therapists should they feel helpless with their situation. [Read more…]

The Value of Learning American Sign Language

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American Sign Language is generally thought to be a language unknown by a large majority of the population. The actual statics are a bit confused among researchers depending on the figures and data chosen. While some say that sign language is the 12th most spoken language in the United States, others say that it is actually not that uncommon at all, and sits among the 4 most spoken languages in the states.

No matter the statistic, American Sign Language is a language that is very valuable and really should be learned by more people. Here are some reasons you should learn to sign. [Read more…]

4 Tips for Keeping Your Legs Healthy During Pregnancy

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Growing a tiny human is an incredibly big job! A huge strain is being placed on your body as you are nurturing your baby during pregnancy. Did you know that a surprising 30% of first pregnancies cause varicose veins in the mother? And nearly 60% of second and third pregnancies will not only cause varicose veins, but increase your risk of developing Deep Vein Thrombosis? These are scary statistics that can cause lifelong leg pain. Included here are a few ways to keep your legs healthy during pregnancy and prevent your risk of developing these unpleasant conditions.

Utilize Compression Hosiery

The last thing you want when you are pregnant is to deal with another complicated article of clothing. However, studies have shown that using a well-made compression hosiery can help prevent varicose veins and lower risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Compression hose and socks help improve circulation by forcing blood back up to your heart.

During pregnancy, your blood volume can increase by as much as 50% and the hormones produced during pregnancy affect how easily the blood coagulates. Additionally, the heightened levels of progesterone in your system can cause the veins to dilate and become less elastic. Using compression hose can help combat all of these symptoms and reduce your fatigue while you are pregnant. [Read more…]

Preparing Your Family For The Zombie Apocalypse (Or Any Usual Disaster)

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Whether or not zombies are real, disasters are and it’s important to be prepared for them. When it comes to family life, a disaster can be as personal as a job loss or as traumatic as a death in the family. Mother nature often throws some pretty significant disters toward humans as well.

It’s important to be prepared for danger, whether it’s real life or horror movie danger, by having a plan and having items on hand that can help you survive. Here are a few of the things you should have on hand in case of emergencies.

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Have A Plan

You should have a plan that involves your whole family. In fact, it can help to sit down together, especially around tornado season, monsoon season, and other time when natural disasters are more common. In this time, go over emergency plans. [Read more…]

Options for Conquering Addiction

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Substance addiction can destroy a life faster than almost anything. Addiction saps productivity, enthusiasm, and joy. It can seem as if there is no escape, but there is. The path away from addiction is different for everyone, and there are many options available to help break tough addictions and get your life back. Here are a few of the options that have been shown to work.

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Recovery Clinic

The recovery clinic is one of the most time-tested and proven methods of addiction recovery. Such clinics typically offer a range of programs to treat drug and alcohol addictions lasting 30, 60, or 90 days. Clinics can be found in most any area, and offer a comprehensive attack at breaking addiction including full amenities such as room and board, as well as personalized medical attention from professionals such as medical doctors, psychologists, and more. [Read more…]