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A victim mentality—or victim mindset, as it’s sometimes called—is a self-destructive attitude that can develop for a variety of reasons. A child who is bullied by peers may start to see themselves as completely helpless, for example. Or, a child with a sense of entitlement may insist they deserve better when they don’t get their way. “A victim mentality relates to the way an individual perceives their relationship with the world and circumstances,” says Julia M....

Depression is hard to comprehend when you’re experiencing it and even harder to explain to those around you. Some days, you may feel like yourself and other days you may struggle to finish a daily task like eat a full meal or take out the trash. Major depressive disorder may be one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States, but it isn’t always recognizable from the outside and symptoms vary significantly from person to person....

Recovery from an alcohol use disorder requires effort, time, willpower, and support. When you decide to enter a professional alcohol and drug treatment program, you will begin a journey through four distinct stages of rehab recovery as you learn to develop a healthy and sober lifestyle. The four stages of treatment are: Treatment initiationEarly abstinenceMaintaining abstinenceAdvanced recovery These stages were developed by the National Institute on Drug Abuse as a resource on individual drug counseling for healthcare providers, but it is also a useful model for recovery from alcohol addiction....

Interdependency, or being able to depend on each other, is part of what makes a marriage special and successful. Dependability is one of the top qualities people look for in a spouse, and it should be. If one or both of you can’t depend on each other, the viability of your marriage is threatened. When you don’t keep your word in a relationship, it can impair trust and communication. When your partner finds they cannot depend on you to follow through on your promises, they may stop turning to you for support....

When we think of love and happy relationships, it’s often the big occasions and grand gestures that come to mind. Celebrating occasions like birthdays and anniversaries with one’s partner can be fun and exciting. Performing grand romantic gestures like gifting them something expensive, whisking them off on holiday, or treating them to a fancy meal can surprise and delight them. However, in long-term relationships, it’s often the little things that matter most....

It’s common for children to develop coughs and colds as they’re exposed to germs. It’s difficult to see your child sick, but illness is inevitable and helps develop children’s immune systems. Fortunately, the common cold can most often be treated with at-home remedies by helping your child rest and remain comfortable. The common cold is caused by viruses and can vary in terms of severity. Coughs can last up to two weeks, so while the illness may linger, you can generally manage your child’s symptoms on your own if no complications arise....

Every family with little ones needs a good stroller, but many popular models come with a steep price tag. Luckily, several top stroller brands are currently offering major discounts for Cyber Week, including Uppababy, BOB Gear, Baby Jogger, Graco, and more. Uppababy strollers are incredibly popular among parents—and for good reason. They consistently perform well during our stroller lab tests, impressing us with their high quality and sleek design. The brand rarely offers discounts on its pricey strollers, but right now, you can snag the Uppababy Vista V2 on sale for 20% off, saving you over $200....

Behavior modification charts can be a very useful tool for parents and teachers who want to remind a child to do what he’s supposed to (like getting dressed in the morning for school or helping set or clear the table for dinner) or to correct a specific behavior problem in a child (such as not listening, defiance, whining, or not doing homework). They can also be used to give children an incentive to work on different highlighted behaviors each day (such as doing homework on Monday; remembering to take out the garbage and working on listening to the teacher and mom and dad on Tuesday; and so on)....

Parkinson’s law is not a scientific principle. Instead, it is an observation of a phenomenon that many people have experienced. As first described by Parkinson, it can explain the expansion of organizations or bureaucracies. However, it can also be a helpful way to think about other types of work, including personal productivity. Parkinson’s Law Parkinson’s law is an axiom that states: “Work expands so as to fill the time available for its completion....

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting an increase in cases of RSV as well as a rise in RSV-associated emergency room visits and hospitalizations. For the week ending October 15, 2022, there were more than 8,500 new cases across the country. In fact, the number of cases has been steadily on the rise since May. Key Takeaways The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is tracking a rise in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases across the country....

Most dating relationships have typical ups and downs. Couples may get angry, disagree, and even breakup. But the rollercoaster that teens are on when digital dating abuse is taking place is anything but normal. In this situation, the relationship heads down a dark and treacherous path of control, jealousy, manipulation, and intimidation. In fact, a national survey of 2,218 students ages 12 to 17 found that 28% of teens had been a victim of digital abuse....

Everyone experiences a lack of motivation from time to time. On days like this, you might feel tired, irritable, or just unable to stir your usual interest in the things you typically enjoy. Occasional periods of feeling this way are perfectly normal. It might mean that you’re under extra stress or trying to deal with something out of the ordinary in your life. These feelings are temporary and usually nothing serious....

There is a popular misconception that a doula, someone who provides professional labor support, is only useful for women who are planning an unmedicated or natural childbirth. As a long time doula, I can tell you that nothing is further from the truth. A doula provides a woman and her family with support before, during, and after the birth in many different ways. An epidural is merely one of the many tools that are available to laboring women today....

Learning all about the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is often one of the first steps in parenting a preemie. The first time you visit your baby in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) might be overwhelming. The sights, sounds, and smells are all unfamiliar, and the doors are locked and guarded. It may even seem like the people inside are speaking a different language! Knowing a little bit about intensive care nurseries and the caregivers you’ll meet there can make the experience less intimidating, and allow you to focus on spending time with your baby....

If you baby was born with blue, grey, or green eyes, you may wonder whether they’ll stay that way. In fact, your little one’s eyes will likely change color by the end of the first year. They may become darker, greener, hazel, or turn completely brown. This is because melanin, the pigment that determines your baby’s eye color, increases over the first year of life. Eye color is determined by genetics, but it’s not as easy as just looking at the parents’ eye colors....

Your baby’s car seat is one of the most important products you will use to keep your little one safe. Here are some of the key points parents should know about car seat safety. Types of Car Seats There are two different types of car seats you can choose for your baby: infant and convertible car seats. Infant Car Seats An infant car seat is designed for infants to use and can only be placed rear-facing....

You’re tossing and turning, lying awake half the night… and, oh yes, pregnant. Whether leg cramps, indigestion, anxiety, or just general discomfort is to blame, sleep troubles are very common during pregnancy. So many people wonder if you can take melatonin while pregnant. With many medications off the table during pregnancy, you might think to turn to a natural sleep supplement like melatonin. However, melatonin has not yet been proven to be safe during pregnancy, and therefore should only be used under the close guidance of a doctor....

Originally approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of tuberculosis, D-cycloserine (Seromycin) may be the next line of defense in phobia treatment. The antibiotic has been found to aid in the treatment of a variety of simple phobias, including the fear of spiders (arachnophobia) and a fear of heights (acrophobia). The drug is not helpful as a sole treatment, however, and works as an adjunct to exposure therapy in patients with phobias....

Parenting a 4-year-old can be a wonderful, exciting experience. Yes, your child may still be a handful at times (this is common!), but they are growing in leaps and bounds. Four-year-olds are creative, thoughtful little people. Get ready for the stage when imaginative play is all the rage, and you can begin to have fuller, fascinating conversations with your kiddo. Your 4-year-old’s fine motor skills are becoming more refined by the day and they’ll soon be expert climbers, jumpers, and runners....

Morning sickness is one of the most common discomforts of pregnancy. Some expecting moms have mild queasiness in the morning while others have nausea and vomiting all day long. Changing your diet or wearing seasickness bands on your wrists may help. But, if they don’t and you need something more, your doctor may order Diclegis. Here are the answers to your questions about taking Diclegis during pregnancy. Overview Diclegis is a prescription medication that is FDA-approved to treat nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy....