At 11 weeks pregnant, your baby has reached an exciting developmental milestone. The embryo stage is complete, and your baby is now a fetus! But, it isn’t just your baby growing this week. You may notice your hair and nails getting longer, and possibly the beginnings of a baby bump. Your Baby’s Development at 11 Weeks At 11 weeks, baby is approximately 2 inches in length (5 centimeters). 11 Weeks Pregnant Is How Many Months?...
What are the different types of psychologists and what exactly do they do in the variety of branches of psychology? When people hear the term psychologist, many immediately imagine a man or woman sitting in an office, scribbling notes while a client sits on a leather fainting couch. Sure, there are plenty of psychologists who engage in this type of talk therapy, but people who work in the field of psychology also do a variety of other things....
Those who want to rekindle a relationship should carefully evaluate if that’s a good idea. That romantic partner who dumped you could still be the same person. The reasons you broke up with someone may still hold true. Or you may simply be thinking about reconciling for the wrong reasons. This article will explore why you might be feeling you want to get back with your ex, four reasons why reuniting might be a mistake, signs of an unhealthy relationship, and how to move ahead....
Intimacy in a marriage or partner relationship can suffer if you’re busy with other responsibilities, or so caught up in the day-to-day activities of life that you simply lose track of each other and who you’re each becoming. When this happens, there are a few questions for couples that couples can ask each other to help rebuild intimacy. Studies show that communication and self-disclosure help build intimacy in marital relationships. In short, taking the time to chat with your spouse or loved one can make your bond stronger....
People often believe that bullying is a childhood issue that kids eventually outgrow. In fact, most people assume that their kids will not have to deal with bullying once they graduate from high school. But, growing research suggests that bullies are growing up and infiltrating college campuses. Even the workforce has more than its fair share of bullies. In fact, bullying is an issue that people of all ages must be prepared to handle....
When students across the country were abruptly shifted to remote learning in March 2020, no one really thought the situation would endure into another school year. Yet, here we are, most of the way through the summer, with many kids starting school in the coming days. And with little to no resolution to the COVID-19 pandemic, many students are facing at least another semester of distance learning. Key Takeaways Distance learning is 100% remote learning....
The interpersonal learning style is one of eight types of learning styles defined in Howard Gardner’s theory of Multiple Intelligences. Interpersonal learning style or interpersonal intelligence refers to a person’s ability to interact with and understand other people and social situations. Characteristics Interpersonal learners love to interact and prefer learning through interpersonal communication and interaction. Interpersonal learners are true people persons. They enjoy heading up committees, participating in group learning projects, and communicating with other students and adults....
Elias is believed to be a variant of the biblical name Elijah which means “The Lord is my God.” It can also be interpreted to mean “The strong Lord” or “Jehovah is God.” It’s traditionally used as a name for boys but can be used for other genders. Elias is a variant of the name Elijah which means “Lord is my God.” Elijah is a prophet in the Bible who was charged with the responsibility of leading the Israelites back to the worship of one God....
Erik Erikson was an ego psychologist who developed one of the most popular and influential theories of development. While his theory was impacted by psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud’s work, Erikson’s theory centered on psychosocial development rather than psychosexual development. The stages that make up his theory are as follows: Stage 1: Trust vs. Mistrust (Infancy from birth to 18 months) Stage 2: Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (Toddler years from 18 months to three years) Stage 3: Initiative vs....
What are criterion-referenced tests (CRTs)? You won’t often hear about these assessments in schools, even though they are used regularly by teachers in both special education and mainstream education classrooms. Unlike standardized tests, criterion-referenced tests assess specific skills students learn about in class. Read about these tests and how they can serve students with learning disabilities in particular with this review. What Do Criterion-Referenced Tests Measure? Teachers use criterion-referenced tests to determine which specific concepts, such as parts of speech or adding fractions, a child has learned in class....
Nicotine vaccines were developed to help people stop smoking, prevent relapse, and to prevent people from becoming addicted to nicotine. Once administered, the vaccine creates antibodies that can block nicotine’s effects on the body. Four vaccines have been tested in clinical trials, though none are currently approved for public use. None of the vaccines are proven to help long-term smoking cessation. However, researchers agree that a vaccine to prevent nicotine’s effects could benefit people who are motivated to quit smoking....
“Gas lighting” or “Gaslighting” is a form of toxic manipulation that can occur within sexual relationships. It is a particularly insidious form of emotional abuse. It involves behaviors by the abuser that make the person being abused start to question their own judgments and their own reality. The victim of gaslighting may start to wonder if they’re paranoid or going crazy. What Is Gaslighting? The term gaslighting comes from the 1930’s thriller Gaslight where the protagonist exhibited this sort of behavior....
The length of time that Dexedrine (dextroamphetamine), a commonly prescribed medicine for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), remains in your body can vary. The period may depend on each individual’s metabolism, body mass, age, hydration level, physical activity, and health conditions. Generally, the drug remains in urine for about 2 days, and in blood and saliva for 1 to 2 days. It can be detected in hair follicles for as long as three months....
Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a medication most often used as a treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It works by stimulating the central nervous system, keeping the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain longer. Ritalin is also sometimes used to treat narcolepsy, a sleep disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden bouts of sleep. Ritalin will not show up on a standard 5-panel drug test. However, it may show up on some other broader drug screens....
I couldn’t believe I was at the point in my second pregnancy where it was time to break out the old maternity gear. It was like unboxing a pile of memories as each piece brought me back to the time and place I wore it. One of the most fun parts of my first pregnancy was not knowing what my body was going to do next. I reminisced about the first time I needed to switch from baggy sweatpants to actual maternity pants, excited that I was finally showing a bump that resembled pregnancy and not overindulgence in cheese fries....
Many expectant parents of twins may worry about how they will tell their twins apart. They might be concerned that they will mix up the babies and won’t know who is who. Sleep deprivation and the chaotic demands of caring for multiple infants only exacerbate the fear. Parents of multiples have many worries before their babies arrive—how to care for both babies at the same time, how to get enough sleep, how to pay for everything....
As parents know, caring for babies is a full-time job. Eczema is one additional challenge families can face in those early months and years. It affects children physically and can be emotionally stressful for parents. Key Takeaways Babies can show signs of eczema at any time, but mostly before age 5. It could show up on the scalp, face, and outer arms and legs.In darker-skinned babies and children, eczema can appear purple, gray, and dark brown and may not be diagnosed right away....
Laryngomalacia is a congenital condition which softens the tissues of the larynx—also known as the voice box—above the vocal cords. It is typically seen at birth or shortly after birth, with the average age of diagnosis being about 2 weeks old. This condition is the most common cause of loud breathing in infants. It’s often seen in babies whose families have no history of the condition, and in 90 percent of cases, laryngomalacia resolves on its own when the infant is 18 to 20 months old....
Leah is a biblical name of Hebrew origin that means delicate or weary. In the Bible, Leah is the daughter of Laban and the sister of Rachel. She was married to the biblical patriarch Jacob, but he favored her sister instead. Leah loved Jacob though, and since she was unable to conceive, she prayed about her situation. God had compassion on her and allowed her to become pregnant. How Popular is the Name Leah?...
Turning 18 is a monumental time in a young person’s life. Typically, they are graduating from high school and either going off to college or entering the workforce. What’s more, if they are male, they will have registered for selective service as well. But, perhaps one of the most exciting things 18-year-olds can do is exercise their right to vote. They will finally have a say in what happens in the country....
