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Choosing names for twins is an important responsibility for parents, but it also seems to a hobby for others. You can find many online discussions of what people would name twins, triplets, quadruplets, quintuplets, and octuplets. If you are debating what to name your children, there are helpful resources for parents to choose names for their twins. For example, you can find lists of the most popular twin names. If the name search is getting stressful, you might want to take a step back and look at some creative, lighthearted, and even silly suggestions for names for twins....

Starting therapy takes real courage, especially if it’s something you’ve never done before. It usually requires you to dig deep into yourself to examine your strengths and weaknesses and to work through painful trauma. Therapy also requires you to do the hard work of developing new skill sets and better coping mechanisms so that your relationships—both with yourself and others—can improve. But how do you know if therapy is working for you?...

Sibling relationships are one of the most complicated—yet enduring—relationships in a person’s life. Long after the parents are gone, siblings still have one another to lean on along with lots of memories to share. Although these relationships are sometimes fraught with frustrations, jealousy, and competitiveness, they may also represent the strongest and most loyal people in a person’s life. But, can these sibling relationships prevent bullying? While there is limited research on how much of an impact a strong sibling bond will have on bullying prevention, most scientists theorize that having siblings influences a child’s adjustment and development as much as parenting does....

While Facebook addiction is not a recognized condition, there has been increasing concern from Facebook users and those who care about them that Facebook can be addictive and that Facebook use carries several potentially harmful effects. It’s important to know that addiction has a number of characteristics, including the amount of time spent on the behavior, the exclusion of other behaviors, and the negative impact on important areas of life. Remember, many people log on to Facebook every day with no harmful consequences....

Choosing a good child custody attorney can be difficult, particularly because of the many highly emotional issues that emerge during child custody proceedings. Parents looking to hire a child custody attorney should use the following resources to identify experienced, qualified candidates. References The best resource for parents who are seeking information on a good child custody attorney is to seek references from other people. Important references to obtain on child custody attorneys include:...

Human beings are social by nature. The connections we build with others are critical to social, emotional, and physical health. Knowing how to maintain interpersonal relationships can help you build a support system that provides strength as you cope with life’s challenges. This article discusses things you can do to maintain strong interpersonal relationships with loved ones, friends, colleagues, and others in your life. It also covers why these relationships are so important and what you can do when they do end....

Picking an obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN) doctor to deliver your baby is an important part of your pregnancy journey. Sometimes, you may already have an OBGYN that you plan to use before you get pregnant (or decide to start trying for a baby). In this case, you can likely just stick with that person. Other times, when you don’t already have a healthcare provider you feel comfortable with, you’ll need to find one, sometimes quickly so that you can begin your prenatal care....

The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines in the U.S. has sparked hope for many. With that hope, however, comes the need for parents to talk to their kids about the current state of the pandemic and, if need be, offer realistic expectations about a return to normalcy. Key Takeaways The rollout of the first COVID-19 vaccines began in the U.S. in December, 2020.When they learn about these vaccines, kids may naturally think the pandemic is almost over....

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that causes people to have difficulty regulating their emotions. The primary symptoms of the condition are dramatic mood swings, impulsive behaviors, poor self-esteem, and persistent difficulties in personal and professional relationships. While mental health professionals may use screening tools to help diagnose BPD, a single, definitive diagnostic test for borderline personality disorder doesn’t exist. Instead, a licensed mental health provider will diagnose BPD through a thorough assessment....

Have you ever heard people say that they tend to be more of a right-brain or left-brain thinker? From books to television programs, you’ve probably heard the phrase mentioned numerous times. Or perhaps, you’ve even taken an online test to determine which type best describes you. You’ve probably also spotted at least a few infographics on Pinterest or Facebook claiming to reveal your dominant brain hemisphere. And maybe you have come across a few articles or books suggesting you can unleash the hidden creativity of right-brain thinking or the deductive logic of left-brain thinking....

We may have our doubts about the current state of the British crown, but one group of royals still holds quite a bit of power over us all: Disney Princesses. I saw the latest proof of this theory when Mattel sent me a box of 15 “fashion”-size dolls (all around 11+ inches)—13 from the new Disney Princess collection, plus Anna and Elsa from “Frozen.” Grown women, men, and even a jaded 10-year-old boy have been magnetically drawn to these dolls before my eyes, almost as much as their intended younger consumers....

Ovulation test strips are urine tests that you use at home to detect impending ovulation. They work by detecting the luteinizing hormone (LH), which increases to prompt the release of the egg during ovulation. Sometimes they are called ovulation predictor kits (OPKs), or simply ovulation tests. An ovulation test kit may come with several paper test strips, or the test may look more like a pregnancy test stick. You either pee on the extended tip of the pregnancy-test-like version, or you pee in a cup and then carefully dip the test strip into your urine....

There are a number of different rashes women may experience during pregnancy. Of these, pemphigoid gestionis or herpes gestationis is fairly uncommon. Overview Pemphigoid gestationis is also known as herpes gestationis, although the latter name is misleading since this condition is not associated with the herpes virus, nor any other virus. This is a rare, itchy, autoimmune disease that occurs during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy and around the time of delivery....

Feeling pregnant? If you’re trying to conceive, this is cause for excitement. You feel pregnant. You have signs and symptoms of pregnancy—fatigue, cravings, and maybe even nausea. But then, your period arrives or your pregnancy test is negative. What does it all mean? It’s not uncommon to experience pregnancy symptoms in the absence of a positive test. Spend any time on fertility forums or social media sites and you’re bound to hear members refer to “imaginary pregnancy symptoms....

The excitement of a new life inside of a growing belly gives expectant parents a natural instinct to protect and provide for their baby. Pregnant people undergo emotions ranging from elation to paranoia about their babies’ well-being. In some cases, maternal hormones can be responsible for these mood swings. But it is also important to remember that pregnancies are accompanied by weakened immune systems that can heighten the risk for infectious diseases....

Parents want the best for their kids. If your child breaks their arm, you likely go right to the hospital, but if the same child is expressing anxiety or seems depressed, you may not know what to do. Just like adults, children go through difficult periods in their life where they might need help, guidance, or just someone to listen. Children deal with school stress, bullying, friend drama, grief, and more throughout childhood....

Specific learning disabilities are a group of disabilities outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The term refers to a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes used to understand language (either written language or spoken language). Please note that the term “learning disability” is sometimes used interchangeably with the term “learning disorder”—these are the same. Examples of Learning Disabilities An individual can have one learning disability or multiple learning disabilities....

What Is Family Love? The first love you ever know often comes from your mother and your immediate family members. This unconditional love seeks nothing in return. Those loving times you remember cuddling with your parents, playing ball with your brother in the backyard, or getting ice cream down the street with your grandmother aren’t just cherished memories. A family’s love psychologically grounds you and provides a framework for future relationships....

Anxiety and illness often go hand-in-hand. Physical health concerns are worrying on their own, but even more so when you also have mental health problems. Anxiety disorders such as social anxiety disorder (SAD) tend to be associated with illnesses such as heart disease, gastrointestinal issues, and respiratory illness. Although the relationship between anxiety and illness has been established, it is a bit of a chicken-and-egg scenario as far as the causal relationship between the two....

The therapeutic level of a drug in the bloodstream is the range within which that drug is expected to be effective. Your doctor can request a test to measure the amount of a specific drug in the serum portion of your blood. Your doctor will check those levels against established ranges for that drug to determine if the value is therapeutic or not. Medication Dosage and Administration The most important bipolar disorder drugs to be monitored regularly include the following mood stabilizers and tricyclic antidepressant:...