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Oxycodone is a Schedule II controlled drug, meaning that it has a high potential for misuse, with use potentially leading to severe psychological or physical dependence. Additionally, the use of the drug carries the risk of drug interactions and overdose. As a result, taking it safely requires knowing how long it stays in your system. Oxycodone is an opiate prescribed for moderate to severe pain and may be prescribed for an injury, post-surgery pain relief, or other kinds of severe pain....

There is a complex relationship between obesity and bullying. While kids with excess weight are frequently targeted for abuse at school, there also are instances where they are the ones who engage in bullying others. Still other kids with obesity are trapped in a bully-victim cycle where they are both victim and perpetrator. Clearly, there also is an uncomfortable cause-and-effect to the bullying experienced by kids with obesity. In some cases, bullying can even contribute to childhood obesity, as food often becomes a comforting distraction from the abuse they are forced to endure....

Technology has ushered in a huge cultural shift in how we find love—over time, the pervasiveness of online dating has skyrocketed. Online dating has been, for the most part, normalized and accepted as a tool for making human connections. The revenue from this industry and its frequency of use are astronomical. Many People Use Dating Apps The popular swipe-based dating app Tinder reports 57 million users worldwide. An estimated 20% of all Americans are engaging in online dating....

Subscribe Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts Every Monday on The Verywell Mind Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Amy Morin, LCSW, interviews authors, experts, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other inspirational people about the strategies that help them think, feel, and do their best in life. Meet James Altucher James Altucher is an entrepreneur, author, and host of the popular podcast, “The James Altucher Show.” He’s also a stand-up comedian. And while he’s successful by most people’s standards, his path to the top has been winding....

Many people start out breastfeeding exclusively, but as the days and weeks go on, they may add bottle feeding and infant formula to their daily routine. Some end up breastfeeding less often or weaning earlier than they would like—sometimes by choice, sometimes not. That may cause their breast milk supply to lessen or start drying up. But there is good news, there is a way to increase or rebuild your supply....

Helicopter parents hover and lawnmower parents remove obstacles. But it’s time to make room for the “yes parents” who take an entirely different approach to parenting. Parents who ascribe to the yes parenting movement don’t believe in telling their children no. Instead, these parents go to great lengths to listen to what their kids want and then make it happen for them. So, if their child wants to jump on the couch, the answer is yes....

Verbal intelligence is the ability to analyze information and solve problems using language-based reasoning. Language-based reasoning may involve reading or listening to words, conversing, writing, or even thinking. From classroom learning to social communication to texting and email, our modern world is built around listening to or reading words for meaning and expressing knowledge through spoken language. What Are Verbal Tasks? Verbal tasks are those we do by engaging with, manipulating, or using words....

In psychology, introspection refers to the informal process of exploring one’s own mental and emotional states. Although, historically, the term also applies to a more formalized process that was once used as an experimental technique. Learn more about uses for introspection, a few examples, and how to be more introspective. Introspection is a psychological process that involves looking inward to examine one’s own thoughts, emotions, judgments, and perceptions. Uses for Introspection Introspection is important for several reasons....

Although the reminder that Santa “knows when you’ve been sleeping,” and he “knows when you’re awake,” has been used for generations, the spying tactics have changed over the years. If the threat of Santa’s mysterious abilities to watch a child’s every move from afar wasn’t eerie enough, now Santa has scouts who help him keep track of who belongs on the naughty list. The Elf on a Shelf’s constant surveillance serves as a physical reminder to children that Santa will know if they’ve been good or bad this year....

When it’s time for babies to start on solid foods, there are several options: homemade purees, store-bought purees, baby-led feeding, and a combination of these options. Many families turn to pre-packaged baby food to feed their little ones at least some of the time. Although fresh foods can be more nutritious, this isn’t always the case. For instance, if fruits and veggies are picked at peak ripeness and then frozen or canned, this can actually preserve some nutrients that might be lost if the fresh produce sits on a truck in transit and in the store....

Psychology researchers study a wide variety of topics, ranging from the development of infants to the behavior of social groups. Psychologists use the scientific method to investigate questions both systematically and empirically. Use this study guide to familiarize yourself with the psychology research process or to brush up on your skills. If you think you’ve mastered this, take our psychology research methods self-test to check! Introduction to Research Methods The first step in your review should include a basic introduction to psychology research methods....

When shopping for everyday comfort shoes, start by zeroing in on walking shoes. According toShannon Thompson, DPM, is a Boston-area podiatrist and the owner of Ace Feet, you should “walking shoes are made to promote a heel-to-toe gait. Finding the right shoe and arch support really depends on each individual’s foot size, shape, and natural arch." The right shoe will vary from person to person. For some, cushioning will be a priority....

Cycling is a great form of commuting or exercise, and if you plan to do it often, it’s worth selecting a good bike. The right bike will make your rides more comfortable and efficient, and although performance bikes can be expensive, there are plenty of high-quality options under the $500 price point. When looking for a bike under $500, consider the number of gears it has, the types of terrain it can go over, and check for comfort....

Miscarriage rates are often said to be about one in every five pregnancies. This means that we will all know someone who has experienced a miscarriage in our lives. In trying to be helpful and caring, we often find ourselves saying things that we think would make the person feel better, but in fact, makes them feel worse. So here’s a list of thing not to say to someone who has had a miscarriage....

Sleep plays a critical role in your mental health. Not being able to fall asleep, sleeping too much, or waking up multiple times throughout the night can impact your mental health or could be a sign of a mental health issue. “The brain recharges and does a fair amount of emotional and memory processing at night,” says Alex Dimitriu, MD, founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, who considers sleep to be a vital sign, along with blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration....

What Is a Group Home? Group homes provide therapy, 24-hour supervision, and support to people with complex health needs in a home-like setting. This approach is sometimes used to treat teens experiencing mental health or behavioral issues. Unlike large residential treatment facilities or psychiatric hospitals, group homes serve a small number of teens. Residents live in a family-like setting with trained staff. This article discusses how group homes work and signs that a teen may benefit from this type of treatment....

A persistent, intense fear of flowers is called anthophobia. Not to be confused with anthropophobia, or the fear of people, people with anthophobia may be afraid of all flowers or fear only one or more specific type of flowers. This condition is considered rare but is a type of specific phobia, conditions that, as a whole, are relatively common. In fact, specific phobia is estimated to impact around 9% to 10% of adults in the United States each year....

If you’re battling depression, alcohol isn’t going to make you feel better. It may temporarily suppress feelings of isolation, anxiety, or sadness, but that won’t last. And more than likely, your depression will worsen. The connection between alcohol and depression and the two conditions may feed off one another. In many cases, treating alcoholism will relieve depression. However, alleviating depression does not resolve the alcohol use disorder. In some cases, you may receive a dual diagnosis of a major depressive disorder (MDD) and an alcohol use disorder (AUD)....

In the past, there has been considerable controversy surrounding the scientific study of love. A lot of people view love as mysterious and unquantifiable. Here are four common questions about the role of love in psychology. 1. How Does the Study of Love Differ From Other Topics? During the 1970s, a U.S. Senator named William Proxmire gave psychologist Elaine Hatfield what he called “the Golden Fleece Award.“ Essentially, he accused her of wasting taxpayer dollars on useless research on love....

Alcohol is everywhere, and in American culture, it is synonymous with good times, good dinners, weddings, and merriment in general. Add to that the countless social media posts and memes in circulation normalizing and making light of excessive drinking. We have the current dilemma of this legal substance being a pervasive and integral part of our social culture while simultaneously being a potential Pandora’s box of devastating health, psychological, and social consequences....