The term "ego" has had its fair share of misunderstandings. We often associate this term with arrogance or conceitedness. This is mainly due to the term "egotistical," which means thinking too highly of oneself. The meaning of the term "ego" in a psychological sense is quite different. Sigmund Freud

Many businesses build shelters to circumvent smoking bans.smoking image by Dozet from Fotolia.comAs of July 2010, there are 26 states that ban smoking in enclosed public places. (See References 2.) This includes restaurants, bars and other types of businesses where smoking used to be...

Since medication fails to cure a psychological problem such as anxiety, the only ways to carry on with a next to normal life is either by finding ways to cope with it or by overcoming ...

Everyone, every day is aging. But today's retirees, as well as Baby Boomers soon to retire are not content whiling away time. They want and demand more from their later years.

Recognizing signs along your emotional journey is key to managing life with bipolar disorder. When you have a disease who's 'hallmark is instability,' making a record will prove quite helpful not only now, but in the future. Proving your case for the betterment of yourself and your he

An exploration of how one's mind can be positively affected by the consumption of a gourmet coffee, how the beverage can affect your body for the better, and how it can lead to inner peace of the soul one cup at a time. This article explores the secret ways coffee is helping out the health of m

By this time, you will be aware of the huge benefits that meditation brings to your life. What you now need to consider is how can you ensure that you are really enjoying all of ...

Cystic Fibrosis affects as many as 1 in 3000 of us. What are the best ways to manage this condition and how does it come about?

ADHD is a growing concern among Missouri families.boy with backpack image by sonya etchison from Fotolia.comIf your child has been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you may struggle with a variety of emotions: sadness, shame, fear, confusion or anger---and...

Help is available for PTSD, and should be sought. It is something which can be controlled, by learned experiences and practices. Even though it takes a lot of work to be able to handle PTSD, you will feel like a newborn person ready to once again face the world.

After my little sister was diagnosed with a mental illness, I went in search of an organization that I could volunteer for to help both my sister and myself. I wanted to learn more about ...

Whether or not celebrity recluses suffer with some form of social anxiety is up for debate. What is certain, however, is that some celebrities go to great lengths to avoid being in the public eye. Here is a list of some of the most famous recluses.

Panic attacks are very scary. An episode can last for minutes or even hours. Following are some tips to prevent panic attacks which you can use to get control and eliminate panic attacks. A panic attack is a specific episode in which a person experiences intense anxiety and/or fear. People have pani

Abusive relationships do not erupt out of the blue. There are always at least some warning signs that a relationship is degrading and that your partner has abusive tendencies. The different warning signs that you are getting into an abusive relationship tend to exhibit themselves in...

Feng Shui can bring positive energy to your office.In the office image by Ia Nakaidze from Fotolia.comFeng Shui is a discipline that teaches how to bring or maintain positive energy, called "chi," in people's lives. Originating in China, it has become well known in the United States....

The article considers whether there is any evidence that Zoloft may assist people who have Alzheimer's Disease and are depressed. It concludes that the limited evidence is quite encouraging.

The fact that life has its ups and downs and is often traversed by tragic events should never deter us from seeking a state of happiness which will allow us to live life to the full. Yet, this happiness seems to elude many people and they are oppressed by depression, anxiety and even suicidal though

According to the Centers for Disease Control, a significant public health problem has arisen due to alcohol and drug use among America's youth. Adolescents are typically introduced to drug use prevention and education methods in elementary school.

Panic attack is a feeling of sudden and intense fear of something for no valid reason. Effects of such attack vary in every person. Anyone could experience it at any time unexpectedly. Even kids are not safe from such attacks. In this regard, it is important to know how you should handle this situat

Bipolar disorder (sometimes called manic depression) is a mental health disorder characterized by mood swings. A number of different medications are used to treat the symptoms of this disorder.