Category Archives: Cognitive Psychology

Articles on the acquisition, processing, and storing of information, and the exploration of internal mental states

6 Tips To Build A Home Care Franchise

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Home care services are vital for senior citizens and people with mental health issues. These services allow elderly people and individuals with special needs to get the assistance they need in the comfort of their own home. According to an article published in the Arizona Geriatrics Society Journal, the prevalence of depression is 3 to 5 times higher among elderly people who live in a nursing home than their peers who live in their own home. With medical science helping more people to live longer, there is a growing need for home care services worldwide. Continue reading →

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How Drug Abuse Negatively Impacts Your Mental Health

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Drugs are chemical compounds that impact your mental, emotional, or physical state. They can affect the way your brain works and influence how you think, feel, and behave. While most people use drugs for medical reasons, an increasing number of people are engaging in recreational drug use and drug abuse. Drug abuse refers to a pattern of excessive drug use for nonmedical purposes that often leads to mental, emotional, social, and physical harm for the abuser. Continue reading →

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6 Ways to Fight Addiction

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Addiction is a psychological condition that usually results in drug or alcohol abuse. When someone becomes addicted to a substance, they are no longer in control of their own life. The addiction takes over and dictates what the person does, how he behaves, and who he associates with. This can have devastating consequences for the individual and his loved ones. Continue reading →

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How To Keep Elderly Relatives With Dementia Safe

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Caregivers are unspoken heroes. They’re the people that deserve more recognition for the incredible work they do for their loved ones. Caring for an elderly parent or relative who has dementia is especially challenging. Nevertheless, there are practical things you can do to keep your loved one safe.  Continue reading →

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The Psychological Effects Of Breastfeeding

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People often say there is no force stronger than a mother’s love. And it’s easy to understand why. As the newborn is beginning his or her journey into an unknown world, mom is always right there to do anything she can to make that journey successful. Over the past twenty five years, a number of studies have investigated the factors that contribute to the development of the mother-child bond. Interestingly, there is mounting evidence that breastfeeding may play a very significant role. Continue reading →

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How to Enjoy Life Despite Having Serious Health Problems

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It is not unusual for people with chronic physical illnesses to also contend with emotional and mental health problems. For example, many people with a physical illness like cancer or diabetes also suffer from mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. Mental health concerns may develop when a individual feels extremely worried about his or her situation, helpless to make any positive changes, and hopeless about the future. In this article we will share some tips on how you can remain positive and enjoy life despite having serious health problems. Continue reading →

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