Certainly domestic violence is a common problem in many communities and one which many people will not talk about, including the victims. It is also a fact that domestic violence does not discriminate and anyone can suffer from domestic violence or harassment. Statistics show that in reported cases of domestic assault, 95% of the perpetrators […]
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Does Your Partner Hit You or Insult You?
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Depressed or Bored?
All human beings go through moments of boredom that are usually caused by trouble or discomfort. Lack of physical activity or simple social activities can drive a person to boredom; leading to a loss of interest in many things. It is important to note that although boredom can be a symptom of depression, boredom in […]
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Bipolar Disorder
Some days ago I read an article in a popular American magazine which described the experiences of Catherine Zeta-Jones (wife of Michael Douglas), who is suffering from Bipolar Disorder. The magazine points out some of the symptoms of this disease; explaining that millions of people may be affected by this disorder at some point in […]
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Becoming Addicted
Almost always when we hear the word “addiction” we imagine it referring to a drug, alcohol, nicotine, or any other substance that can have negative consequences in life. However, there are many other ways to become “addicted” that can actually have healthy effects. William Glasser, founder of Reality Therapy, is a well-known American psychiatrist born […]
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Are You a Social Drinker?
When I do presentations on the most common diseases in the Hispanic community, no doubt I have to speak of alcoholism and / or alcohol abuse. There are a large number of people with signs and symptoms that clearly reflect a serious problem with drinking. There are several factors influencing why many immigrants choose to […]
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Antisocial Personality Disorder
Antisocial Personality Disorder is seen in people who lose track of the importance of social norms, such as the laws and the rights of other individuals. This disorder is most often seen in men and is characterized by a callous disregard for the rights and feelings of others. Individuals with this disorder exploit others for […]
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And What Do You Prefer, Happiness or Tranquility?
Several days ago I received a chain email sent to hundreds of people. It came from someone I had not heard from in a long time. I asked her how she was doing. A couple of days later, she replied: “I’m focusing on living every moment of life fully, overcoming obstacles, and increasing my wisdom […]
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Alcohol Consumption at Christmas
Christmas is a time to share gifts, peace, and love with family and friends. However, it is also a time when alcohol consumption increases, and with that comes tragedy. When we celebrate everything with alcohol, we tend to forget the catastrophic consequences of uncontrolled consumption. Many people are killed and the number of serious accidents […]
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Afraid to Seek New Friends?
It is normal to feel embarrassed or nervous in front of others from time to time. Many people experience an increase in their pulse, and their hands even sweat when they are with a group of people whom they do not know well. However, under normal circumstances, most people can overcome this fear. However, when […]
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Can You Manage Stress?
It is difficult to know the exact causes of all the illnesses in human society, yet some of them have been noted to have physiological and psychological origins. Most healthcare professionals agree that stress can have serious physical, psychological, and emotional consequences in the individual. People under high stress may lose control of a […]