Category psychiatry
harm of bottled water
Drinking a good amount of bottled water is often encouraged by doctors and dieticians alike, since staying hydrated is an important component of being healthy. But some experts contend it may come with an added risk – compromising your dental health, HealthDay News reported. Manufacturers of bottled water proclaim their products to be “clean” and […]
epilepsy
What is a seizure? A seizure is a symptom, not a disease. It happens when nerve cells in the brain don’t work right and there is a sudden abnormal electrical signal in the brain. The seizure can cause strange sensations and behavior. Sometimes it causes muscle spasms and a change in or loss of consciousness. […]
EEG
What is an EEG? An EEG (electroencephalogram) is a test that records the electrical activity of your child’s brain. (The nerve cells in your child’s brain work by carrying tiny electrical charges.) When is it used? An EEG can help your child’s healthcare provider diagnose medical problems such as: epilepsy sleep apnea or other sleep […]
stroke prevention
What is a stroke? A stroke is damage to part of the brain when its blood supply is suddenly reduced or stopped. A stroke causes a loss of function, sometimes permanently, in the part of the body that is controlled by the damaged part of the brain. Only 1 in 3 stroke victims recover completely. […]
acanthosis nigricans
What is acanthosis nigricans? Acanthosis nigricans is the term used for thickened, darkened skin on the neck or in body folds, such as under the arms. What is the cause? You are more likely to have AN if: You are overweight. You have type 2 diabetes or another hormone problem. It runs in your family […]
smile when stressed
A new study suggests that holding a smile on one’s face during periods of stress may help the heart. The study, due to be published in a forthcoming issue of Psychological Science, lends support to the old adage “grin and bear it”, suggesting it may also make us feel better. The study is the work […]
managing chronic back pain
MedWire News: An intensive interdisciplinary outpatient program for managing chronic back pain has shown clinically significant results in a pilot study. It “appears to have good short-term clinical results in terms of reduction in functional disability and pain relief,” the researchers write in the Journal of Pain Research. The outpatient program, offered at the University […]
exercise and hypertension
MedWire News: Even patients who have hypertension despite taking multiple antihypertensive drugs can achieve blood pressure reductions with a program of aerobic exercise, research shows. “Hence, a low responsiveness to antihypertensive drug therapy does not inevitably go along with a low responsiveness to exercise,” say Timm Westhoff (Charité-Campus Benjamin Franklin, Germany) and co-workers. All the […]
supreme court order
NOIDA: The Noida Authority has launched a scheme to rehabilitate the 50-odd nursing homes displaced by a Supreme Court order. The Authority has invited bids for non-residential plots ranging between 1,000 and 2,000 square metres across the city. Nursing homes having annual turnover of more than Rs 50 lakh can bid for a plot having […]
interview of dr trehan
CNBC-TV18’s Young Turks, in its 11th year of highlight entrepreneurial wonders, presents yet another master-class on what it takes to scale up, build the team, create a brand and delight customers. This edition of Young Turks Tutorial: India’s medicine man — the country’s most successful heart surgeon and the founder of one of the best […]
how to speak to an elderly parent
Speak Distinctly Some older adults do not like to admit that they cannot hear or understand the conversation around them. The higher pitch of women’s voices may be a problem for older adults; consciously think to lower the voice pitch. Remain calm and talk in a gentle, matter-of-fact way, keep sentences short and simple, focusing […]
Physical inactivity
MedWire News: Physical inactivity accounted for an estimated 5.3 million of the 57 million deaths in 2008, a report shows. This equated to 9% of premature mortality worldwide when the four major noncommunicable diseases – coronary heart disease (CHD), Type 2 diabetes mellitus, breast cancer, and colorectal cancer (CRC) – were taken into account. Reporting […]
code of ethics mci
Medical Council of India – 2012 Ethical guidelines for Medical education and Medical practice Preamble The prime object of the medical profession is to render service to humanity with full respect for the dignity of profession and man. The honoured ideals of the medical profession imply that the responsibilities of the physician extend not only […]
jealousy
What is jealousy? Jealousy is a powerful and painful emotion. Some people get jealous when they believe that their partner gives attention, love, or affection to someone else. Jealousy may include many different feelings, such as: resentment envy suspicion fear grief low self-esteem love hate Envy is wanting what someone else has. Jealousy is a […]
doctor heal thyself
ew Delhi: The white coat, those knowing eyes, that reassuring voice when in pain, a mere glimpse of a doctor puts us at ease. Little does one realise that their back-breaking schedule, odd working hours and “emotional labour” during patient care sometimes takes a toll on doctors’ health, pushing them to seek help themselves. Dr […]
Help your child unwind the school day
A little planning and encouragement goes a long way toward helping your child have a good attitude about school. Help your child thinks of school in a positive way. Point out that your child will make new friends and learn new and interesting things. Reassure your child that if any problems come up at school, […]
how to deal with a spoilt child
What is a spoiled child? A spoiled child is undisciplined, manipulative, and unpleasant to be with much of the time. He behaves in many of the following ways by the time he is 2 or 3 years old: Doesn’t follow rules or cooperate with suggestions. Doesn’t respond to “no,” “stop,” or other commands. Protests everything. […]
Zhong Li Ba Ren has written a book titled “Self Help is Better than Seeking Doctors’
VERY SIMPLE BUT EFFECTIVE EXERCISE FOR PREVENTION OF DEMENTIA !! SIMPLE BUT EFFECTIVE EXERCISE The essence of the exercise is that your “Eyes Must be Closed” when you are doing this exercise. You must practise the “Jin Ji Du Li” exercise wit the eyes closed. This exercise was so simple and amazing that I thought […]
how to deal with adolecent children
During adolescence, teens work on becoming more independent. Your teen must cast aside the dependent parent-child relationship. Before he can develop an adult relationship with his parents, a teen must first distance himself from the way he related to his parents in the past. This usually means there will be a certain amount of normal […]
low level of B6 LINKED TO cv risk
By Crystal Phend, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today Published: June 28, 2012 Reviewed by Zalman S. Agus, MD; Emeritus Professor, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and Dorothy Caputo, MA, BSN, RN, Nurse Planner Action Points This study found lower levels of pyridoxal-5-phosphate, a marker of vitamin B-6, associated with an increased […]
the life of a heroin addict
Heroin (and opioid) addiction generally is considered the most serious among drug addictions because of its burden of disease, complications, and persistent nature. For most, a person addicted to heroin seems to be similar to the proverbial “gomer” (get out of my emergency room) from the House of God.1 We do not want to deal […]
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he U.S. Supreme Court in a 5-4 ruling upheld the Affordable Care Act, capping more than two years of debate on the constitutionality of the law and its individual mandate, which requires nearly all Americans to obtain health insurance. The law’s Medicaid expansion also can proceed, but the court wrote that its enforcement provision “violates […]
Tips on how to live long by khushwant singh!!
“Rookhi Sookhy Khai kay ……KHUSHWANT SINGH AT 98 *”Time tested tips on how to stay healthy & live longer – by Khushwant Singh Coming on to 98 and still earning more than I did in my younger days, people ask me how I manage to do it. They regard me as an expert on longevity. […]
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What is a nightmare?
What is a nightmare? Nightmares are scary dreams that awaken a child. Occasional bad dreams are normal at all ages after about 6 months of age. When infants have a nightmare, they cry and scream until someone comes to them. When preschoolers have a nightmare, they usually cry and run into their parents’ bedroom. Older […]
Patient handouts : Twelve Step Programs
Twelve Step Programs Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: A 12 Step program is both a recovery plan and support network. Group members use the 12 steps to support each other as they recover from addictions and compulsions…. Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any […]
Patient handouts : Therapeutic Recreation
Therapeutic Recreation Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is therapeutic recreation? Therapeutic recreation uses leisure activities like games and crafts to help people function better. People who may benefit… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of Merck & Co., Inc. […]
Patient handouts : The Stresses of Chronic Illness
The Stresses of Chronic Illness Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is chronic illness? Chronic illness is any disease that lasts for months, years, or a lifetime. Some examples include: AIDS cancer cerebral… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of […]
Patient handouts : Tardive Dyskinesia
Tardive Dyskinesia Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is tardive dyskinesia? Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a set of symptoms caused by the long-term use of certain medicines. These medicines, called… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of Merck & Co., […]
Patient handouts : Stress
Stress Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is stress? Stress is when life’s demands seem too heavy. You feel anxious and tense and may be aware that your heart is beating faster. A certain… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information […]
Patient handouts : Stress Management
Stress Management Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is stress management? Stress management is the mastery of specific skills that help reduce the negative effects of stress on the body and… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of Merck & […]
Patient handouts : Social Support
Social Support Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is social support? Social support is having close relationships with other people. Support often comes from family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers. It… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of Merck & Co., […]
Patient handouts : Self-Harming Behaviors
Self-Harming Behaviors Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What does it mean to self-harm? Self-harm means injuring your body deliberately in a way that leaves marks or causes damage. It may also be called self-injury,… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information […]
Patient handouts : Self-Esteem in Older Adults
Self-Esteem in Older Adults Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is self-esteem? Self-esteem is a term used to describe the way you feel about yourself. Changes in health, roles, activities, and lifestyle as you get… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains […]
Patient handouts : Self-Esteem
Self-Esteem Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is self-esteem? Self-esteem describes how you think and feel about yourself. If you like yourself and feel deserving of good things in life, you have high… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of […]
Patient handouts : Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness. People with this illness have disturbed and disorganized thinking, language, and behavior…. Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of Merck & Co., Inc. (One Merck […]
Patient handouts : Positive Attitude
Positive Attitude Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is a positive attitude? Attitude is positive state of mind that shows in the way you think and act. A person with a positive attitude: expects… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information […]
Patient handouts : Positive Self-Talk
Positive Self-Talk Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is positive self-talk? We mentally talk to ourselves all the time. We give ourselves more feedback than anyone else ever could. Self-talk can be negative… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of […]
Patient handouts : Living Successfully with Mental Illness
Living Successfully with Mental Illness Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: Employers, friends, and neighbors may be very uncomfortable about mental illness. Many people would rather avoid the issue than deal with it. They find it… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains […]
Patient handouts : Letting Go of Resentment
Letting Go of Resentment Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What is resentment? Resentment is a feeling of anger about something that seems unfair. Bad things happen to everyone. Money problems, health problems, or… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of […]
What is decisional capacity
What is decisional capacity? Decisional capacity is the ability to make choices. Sometimes, when you are very sick or very old, you may become unable to make decisions. However, problems making decisions are not a normal part of getting older. If for some reason you lose your decisional capacity, you will need to have others […]
Patient handouts : Alzheimer’s Disease: Difficult Behaviors
Alzheimer's Disease: Difficult Behaviors Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: What difficult behaviors are commonly associated with Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is an incurable brain disease. It slowly destroys memory… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of Merck & Co., […]
Picture library : Angina versus other causes of chest pai…
Angina versus other causes of chest pain: location Did you read? Dear Sir/Madam: mukesh agarwal shared this content with you: Figure 3-5. Characteristics of angina and differentiation… Read more NOND-1023896-0019 04/12 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of Merck & Co., Inc. (One Merck Drive, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, USA 08889), […]
Depression in headaches: chronification
Depression in headaches: chronification Deligianni, Christina I.; Vikelis, Michail; Mitsikostas, Dimos D. Author Information Neurology Department, Athens Naval Hospital, Athens, Greece Correspondence to Dimos D. Mitsikostas, MD, PhD, 77A Vas. Sofias Avenue, Athens 11521, Greece. Tel: +30 2107254316; fax: +30 2107254317; e-mail: dmitsikostas@ath.forthnet.gr Abstract Purpose of review: Recent evidence supports the suggestion that migraine is […]
when he lost his mind
We were on something like the 15th round of rummy, and my father was winning decisively. He cracked a wide, toothy grin as he laid his cards on the table. “That’s 321 for BaBa, and 227 for String Bean,” he said, tallying the ledger we were keeping on a piece of scrap paper. The 6th […]
Loneliness is a risk factor for functional decline and death in the elderly,
MedWire News: Loneliness is a risk factor for functional decline and death in the elderly, say US researchers. Their study findings show that loneliness ‑ as distinct from depression ‑ is common in adults aged over 60 years, even if they are married and do not live alone. Indeed, study participants who reported being lonely […]
What is psychosis?
What is psychosis? Psychosis is usually a symptom of a mental disorder. Psychosis means there is a loss of contact with reality. What is the cause? The exact cause of psychosis is not known. If it is caused by something physical, it is called organic psychosis. Organic psychosis can be brought on by brain tumors, […]
grief
What is grief? Grief is an emotional reaction that follows the loss of someone or something of great value. Grief is a natural response to loss. Any loss can cause grief. Death is the one that usually comes to mind, but there are many others. Losses like divorce, losing a job, losing a pet, or […]
anxiety
What is anxiety due to a medical condition? Anxiety due to a medical condition means that a medical problem causes symptoms such as feeling nervous, worried, or jittery. You may have panic attacks or feel that something terrible is going to happen. This disorder is different from being nervous and worried about your illness. If […]
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