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The name Ella means “other.” Ella was initially used as a name prefix and its original spelling was Alia. In one of the most notable examples, 12th-century queen Eleanor of Aquitaine was named Aenor after her mother but referred to as Alia Aenor, meaning “the other Aenor.” Ella also can be used as a suffix , such as affectionately referring to a girl named Marina as Marinella. It can also make a masculine name feminine when used as a suffix, such as with the names Gabriel and Gabriella....

Most of what’s come out of living through the coronavirus pandemic, from quarantining to social distancing, has been challenging. But if you look hard enough, there are a few silver linings to all this time spent at home with your children—day after endless day. One of the biggest positives was the chance to spend more time outside, whether that meant hanging out in the backyard, walking to a nearby playground or trail, or taking a road trip to a national park....

If you have social anxiety disorder (SAD), you might have a hard time gracefully accepting and giving compliments. For example, when someone positively comments on something about you, your tendency might be to dismiss and downplay the compliment. For instance, when a coworker tells you that you did a good job on a project, you might respond by saying something like, “Well, anyone could have done what I did.” You might think you’re being humble, or perhaps you genuinely don’t feel that you deserve the praise....

The price of pregnancy tests varies widely. Generally, the cost depends on what type of pregnancy test and where you get it done. The most common type of pregnancy test is a home pregnancy test. This one uses your urine to test for the pregnancy hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). You can usually use this type of pregnancy test from a few days before your period is due to a few weeks or months into pregnancy....

Everyone has one—that Facebook friend that posts obnoxious, and sometimes offensive, political statements, articles, and memes every day, multiple times a day. You know—that friend that has a strong opinion about anything and everything political. Even if you agree with their political views, you cringe at the inflammatory way they state their opinions. If you find yourself in this situation, you are not alone. In fact, unfriending someone for their political views is fairly common....

Once your baby takes their first steps, it’s only a short matter of time until they are walking (and running) everywhere. Time to trade those cute baby booties out for a pair of supportive sneakers. When choosing shoes for your toddler, correct sizing is very important. Their growing feet need plenty of space to develop properly. “The bones in a child’s foot are not yet fully formed,” says Alissa Kuizinas, MD, a board-certified podiatrist and footwear expert specializing in holistic and functional foot health....

When it comes to infants, toddlers, and even preschoolers, no subject gets more attention than sleeping. Whether it’s getting kids to sleep through the night, take naps during the day, or transition to a big kid bed, parents are always interested in discussing their child’s sleep habits. But no topic is as important as implementing safe sleep practices. In fact, knowing the ins and outs of safe sleep helps parents protect their kids from dangers like sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), suffocation, and even strangulation....

Suicide is a challenging topic, but it is one that will statistically touch many people’s live in some way. Whether it is a friend, family member, beloved community member, a coworker, or celebrity, the number of people we lose each year to suicide across the globe is staggering. In fact, nearly 800,000 people die by suicide in the world each year, which is roughly one death every 40 seconds. “Although it seems like a rare occurrence, depending on which studies you read, suicide is the second or third major cause of death in people ages 10 to 24,” says Naomi Angoff Chedd, LMHC, BCBA, LBA, the director of counselor support services at Counslr....

Vivitrol is a brand name for the drug naltrexone. It was initially approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of alcohol dependence. It has also since been approved to treat opioid addictions. It can be used to help people maintain abstinence during their recovery from alcohol or opioid dependence. It reduces cravings and may increase the likelihood that an individual is successfully able to stop using these substances....

Lithium is a drug developed from a naturally occurring element often prescribed as a mood stabilizer for patients with bipolar disorder. Lithium is sold under many brand names, including Duralith, Eskalith, Lithobid, Lithotabs, Lithane, Lithizine, and Lithonate. If you are taking lithium, you need to be aware of this medication’s possible side effects. Common Lithium Side Effects One notable characteristic of lithium is that it can have obvious side effects when you first start, yet not seem to be helping....

When dealing with treatment-resistant depression, individuals may sometimes need to explore a variety of options to experience benefits. A recently published study in the American Journal of Psychiatry found that SNT was effective in treating 79% of patients with severe depression. Key Takeaways Stanford Neuromodulation Therapy (SNT), a new type of magnetic brain stimulation was found to be effective in treating 78.6% of patients with severe depression.Based on this study, remission tends to occur within days and can last for months, with fatigue and headaches as side effects....

A concussion is a type of brain injury that sometimes occurs during many high school sports, including baseball, basketball, football, gymnastics, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, volleyball, and wrestling. It is important to keep in mind that a concussion can happen in almost any sport in which a collision can happen, so even a tennis player can get a concussion if he trips, falls, and hits his head on the tennis court....

As an active individual, it is important that you consume adequate amounts of protein for muscle maintenance and repair. We recommend aiming to first meet your protein needs through whole food sources. Protein can be found in a variety of foods such as poultry, meat, dairy products, tofu, beans, and lentils. However, when you’re short on time or on the go and need an extra protein boost, protein bars can be a helpful addition until you’re able to consume a complete meal....

Within the U.S., approximately 4% of adults will have a diagnosis of bipolar disorder at some point in their lives. What is bipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder is considered a mood disorder. There are two types of bipolar disorders, described as bipolar I and bipolar II. In bipolar I disorder, a person has experienced one or more manic episodes. In most cases of bipolar I, episodes of major depression are a central aspect of the overall course of the illness....

The reports of deaths in recent years of athletes have pushed many schools to require a yearly preparticipation sports physical exam. A preparticipation exam is also endorsed by the National Federation of State High School Associations. Hopefully, a thorough history (a discussion of your child’s symptoms and overall health) and physical exam will help to target children who may be at risk of health problems while playing sports. Who should do these examinations?...

Therapeutic role-playing has proved to be an effective treatment for phobia sufferers, who often believe that a feared situation is inherently dangerous. This type of therapy allows a therapist and patient to act out scenarios that are difficult for the phobia sufferer. Through role-playing, the patient learns new behaviors to help overcome their particular phobia. Treating Phobias Many professionals believe that the most important causes of phobias are the environmental triggers and learned behaviors....

Typically, pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is caused by a sexually transmitted infection (STI). The first priority when it comes to the treatment of PID is to deal with the underlying infection, even if you don’t have any symptoms besides infertility when you’re first diagnosed. PID can worsen over time. The sooner it’s treated, the less damage you’ll sustain to your reproductive organs. PID can also lead to serious pregnancy complications, which is just one of the many reasons why PID needs to be treated before you get pregnant....

Adults are certainly not the only ones who can experience PTSD after going through a traumatic event. Children and adolescents can experience the same emotional challenges and behavioral symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder as adults. More than two-thirds of children in the United States report having experienced at least one traumatic event by the age of 16 years old. Common examples of trauma that children and adolescents can experience include things like:...

Ovulation occurs during the midpoint of your cycle when an egg, or ovum, is released from the ovaries. Once the egg is released, it makes its journey from the fallopian tubes to the uterus. You may wonder what ovulation feels like so that you can know when ovulation is happening. The sensation of ovulation is often described as a dull or sharp abdominal pain that can last just a few minutes or a few days....

Whether you have prenatal complications, this is your first pregnancy, or you just want a birth advocate on hand, a prenatal doula can offer non-medical physical, emotional, and informational support during pregnancy, labor, and after childbirth. “Doulas provide hands-on comfort techniques and act as a go-between with medical staff,” explains Kelly Cox, a registered birth doula and co-founder of Share the Drop, an app that matches breast milk donors with recipients....