How to Deal with TV Addiction
ShareAccording to one study, millions of Americans show five signs of dependence on watching TV that is usually associated with substance abuse. Though one considers watching too much TV harmless, it does have implications on one’s health, behavior, and social life. Understanding the underlying causes TV is entertaining, no doubt. Aside from that, there is [...]
How to Deal with Self-mutilation Addiction
ShareSelf-mutilation is a form of self-induced physical abuse, usually done through cutting, burning, or slashing one’s skin with a sharp object. This is an issue commonly seen in teens, though it can be transferred over to adulthood. Aside from the physical injuries, self-mutilation is also a symptom of underlying mental and emotional issues. Forms of [...]
How to Deal with Exercise Addiction
ShareExercise addiction, also called as compulsive exercise, is the condition where a person is compelled or driven to exercise despite him or herself. It can be either because of low self-esteem, an eating disorder, or the addiction to the natural high that exercise brings. Current statistics of exercise addiction Most of the people susceptible to [...]
Dealing with Compulsive House Cleaning
ShareThough cleanliness is a next to godliness, there’s a limit to how many times you should clean your house. If it has become a ritual and an addiction, then one should look at this compulsion carefully and address the underlying problem. When house cleaning becomes an addictive behavior The behavior is easy to notice: repetitive [...]
How to Deal with Sugar Addiction
ShareMuch has been said about sugar addiction in the media, and some studies on animals indicate that excessive sugar intake does promote addictive behavior. Another study also indicates that the effect of sugar addiction is even stronger than cocaine in rats. Though no conclusive studies on humans have been done, these previous researches establish the [...]
Dealing with a Friend Who Has Porn Addiction
ShareAccording to one online statistic, about 10% of adults admit to sexual addiction, and that 70% of males aged 18 to 34 visit porn sites in a typical month. Though the figures may be questioned, the easy access of pornographic materials from either traditional media, such as literature and videos, and the Internet, increases the [...]
How to Deal with Poison Ivy Rash During Hiking
SharePoison ivy is a woody vine found in forests and woody areas that is very well known for being a skin irritant due to its ability to produce a skin rash, technically known as urushiol-induced contact dermatitis. It causes allergic reactions to most people. This causes severe itching which gradually develops into a reddish colored [...]
How to Deal with Muscle Cramps when Mountain Climbing
ShareMuscle cramps are characterized by the temporary contractions of the muscles which typically occurs during physical activities. It is a distracting experience especially if you feel itduring your well-planned mountain climbing adventure. The following are just some of the ways in dealing with those stubborn cramps. Understanding cramps Understanding cramps is the best way to [...]
How to Deal with a Job That Requires Night Shifts
ShareThere are several jobs requiring employees to work at night. Often associated with night shifts and graveyard shifts are jobs related to emergency response, healthcare, manufacturing, safety and security, and customer service jobs at call centers, where seats should be manned 24/7. Although these jobs usually get higher pay because of night premiums, there are [...]
How to Deal with Children Who Love Eating Junk Food
ShareProper child nutrition is important as kids who eat healthy will also stay healthy. Poor eating habits, such as too much munching on junk food, expose children to many risks, among them are obesity and diabetes. But there are ways on how to develop healthy eating habits in your children, and help them kick the [...]