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If your winter coat just isn’t cutting it on the slopes, it might be time to invest in a ski jacket. “Puffer jackets will keep you warm due to the filling within them, but can often feel bulky, making maneuvers difficult. Puffers also provide less protection from the elements and may let snow or water in, which is an important factor when you hit the slopes. If you get wet, it won’t be long before you start feeling the cold,“ Kev Edwards, ski instructor and Head of Snow Sports at Chill Factore in Manchester, England, says....

Dementia typically affects older adults, but it is not a normal part of the aging process—while some amount of forgetfulness is normal with age, dementia is a severe disorder that can affect the person’s ability to function on a daily basis. Dementia Dementia is marked by a severe decline in cognitive functions, such as thinking, reasoning, and remembering, to the extent that it interferes with the person’s daily life. According to the National Institute on Aging, about one-third of all people above the age of 85 have some form of dementia....

Cereal has been called the “breakfast of champions” for years, but some cereals can leave you hungry shortly after eating. Fill your bowl smartly by choosing whole grain cereals that are packed with fiber and protein and have no artificial flavors or added sugars. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that at least half of the grains you eat are whole grains, which contain fiber. Whole grain fiber provides sustained energy and also helps keep you fuller for longer....

Although symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can begin at almost any age, research suggests that there are two distinct periods when OCD symptoms are most likely to appear. Studies differ on the exact age of onset, but generally speaking, the first period occurs during late childhood or early adolescence and the second occurs in the late teens to early 20s. People who develop OCD earlier in life are considered to have early-onset OCD, while those who develop OCD later are said to have late-onset OCD....

Gender dysphoria is a term that many of us are still learning about and gaining understanding of. So when a researcher published a paper that undermined much of what advocates for transgender rights strive to help the general population understand and accept, it caused quite a stir. Ahead, we will examine the controversial work and its impact on transgender and gender diverse individuals and families. What Is “Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria?...

In spite of stringent drug policies and punitive laws, the United States also has high levels of lifetime illegal drug use. A 2018 study found that the United States has illicit drug use rates among the highest in the world. Eastern European nations, however, report the highest rates of alcohol consumption. According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) conducted annually by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), around 17% of people in the U....

Anyone who’s consumed too much alcohol knows the misery of the morning after. As to what actually causes a hangover, a variety of factors contribute. Most importantly, these include direct effects of alcohol on the body, such as dehydration. Other symptoms can result from alcohol withdrawal, certain chemicals your body produces when you drink alcohol, behaviors associated with drinking, and your personal characteristics. Hangover Effects Caused by Alcohol Alcohol directly contributes to hangover symptoms in several ways:...

A term that is the combination of the words hangover and anxiety, hangxiety is the feeling of anxiousness that may accompany a hangover. Anxiety is one of many negative feelings, such as regret, shame, or guilt about one’s actions when intoxicated, that can go along with the physical symptoms of a hangover, which include headache, nausea, feelings of dehydration, and bodyfatigue. Those bad feelings can make a hangover seem even worse than one with physical symptoms alone....

What Is a Suicide Pact? Such pacts may be planned in detail, with each person knowing what role they will play and how the suicide will be carried out. Alternatively, a suicide pact may be a spur-of-the-moment decision made by people who are impulsively seeking to end their lives. Suicide Pact A suicide pact is an agreement between two or more individuals to die by suicide together. In either case, those involved in a suicide pact typically have a shared desire to die and see death as a way to escape from some type of pain or problem in their lives....

The human brain is powerful but subject to limitations. Cognitive biases are often a result of your brain’s attempt to simplify information processing. Biases often work as rules of thumb that help you make sense of the world and reach decisions with relative speed. A cognitive bias is a systematic error in thinking that occurs when people are processing and interpreting information in the world around them and affects the decisions and judgments that they make....

When it comes to packing a diaper bag, it pays to be prepared. Consequently, we put together a list of items that most mothers include in their diaper bags—especially if their kids are spending all day with a relative or on a day trip with mom and dad. Here’s an overview of the items we recommend you can pack to make sure you’re prepared for whatever may come up when you’re out and about....

Some people look forward to their work, whereas for others it can feel like a struggle on some days. This article lists some reasons why you may not want to work and shares some tips that can help you cope when you really don’t feel like working. Reasons Why You May Not Want to Work These are some reasons why you may feel like you don’t want to work today:...

The vocabulary of childbirth can seem a bit strange—and even a little violent: Mucus plug. Waters breaking. Crowning. Cutting the cord. The term “baby dropping” falls into this category, as it may bring to mind an image of a newborn falling headfirst from the birth canal. Of course, that’s not what happens when a baby drops. Really, it’s the baby’s head dropping lower into the birth canal. This event tends to signal the onset of labor and delivery....

If you’ve ever been in therapy, you have probably noticed that your therapist asks a lot of vague questions. In fact, this has even become a source of humor in pop culture. Bob Newhart’s famous question, “How did that make you feel?” has become a standard way to lampoon therapy. But open-ended questions are not only a useful tool in therapy, they are also a good way to start conversations in day-to-day life....

Many people don’t understand why a mother-to-be would want to labor without an epidural if it is available to her. Though, honestly, there is no one simple answer. Women have many reasons for choosing to forgo an epidural. Why Some Women Don’t Want an Epidural Here are a few of the explanations as to why women wish to avoid an epidural: Fear Be it the needle, the procedure or whatever, some mothers are afraid of the epidural enough that they would prefer to avoid it....

Within the past year, 8.4% of U.S. adults have had at least one major depressive episode, which is defined as a depressed mood or loss of interest in daily activities lasting two weeks or more. This rate is even higher for females (10.5%), people who are multiracial (15.9%), and people aged 18 to 25 (17%). Depression is a very real and treatable illness. But myths, misunderstandings, and stigma continue to be barriers to treatment for many, and the consequences of untreated depression can be life-threatening....

Students with learning disabilities and other challenges benefit from practicing adaptive behavior skills. Adaptive behavior refers to the age-appropriate behaviors that people with and without learning disabilities need to live independently and to function well in daily life. Such behavior is also known as social competence, independent living, adaptive behavioral functioning, independence, or life skills. All children need to adopt these behaviors to be productive members of society as adults....

Adderall can be a lifesaver for people who have ADHD, but sometimes it can have uncomfortable side effects. In some individuals, Adderall can cause side effects in the mouth and tongue. Often referred to as “Adderall tongue,” symptoms may include dry mouth, swelling, and tongue sores. Let’s take a look at what Adderall tongue is, what symptoms may look like, what potential causes are, and how it can be treated....

If you think that you (or a loved one) may have borderline personality disorder (BPD), it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis, which requires a BPD assessment. Did you know that BPD symptoms often overlap those of other mental health disorders, such as anxiety and major depression? Following the steps below will keep you on track toward an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment. Find a Mental Health Professional Finding the right mental health professional is critical to getting the treatment you need....

It’s an all-too-familiar scenario: you turn around for just a moment, and your child makes a beeline for an exposed electrical outlet or practices their daredevil skills on the stairs. It happens! No matter how vigilant you are when it comes to your child’s safety, accidents are inevitable. The good news? Many can be prevented, and the more you know about childproofing your home, the safer your little one will be (and your anxiety level will drop, too)....