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If you’ve ever had a concussion, you may be at higher risk of developing an opioid use disorder, according to a new study. Key Takeaways People who have a history of concussion may be up to 65% more likely to develop an opioid use disorder, new research shows.The findings support the “perfect storm” hypothesis that people who take opioids for pain after a traumatic brain injury face higher risk of opioid use disorder and greater barriers to treatment....

After your child is born, sex may be the last thing on your mind. Pain, exhaustion, changing hormones, and fear can all play a role in your desire to resume sexual relations. Breastfeeding can also affect your sex life. With a newborn to take care of, along with all of the recent changes to your body, it’s likely that you and your partner will have to make a few adjustments....

Every year, an estimated 15 million babies are born preterm (meaning they’re born before 37 weeks of gestation), per the World Health Organization (WHO). Preterm birth is sometimes caused by infection or a chronic condition like diabetes or high blood pressure, but often it’s not possible to pinpoint a reason. Key Takeaways New research found that the process of preterm labor is different from full-term labor.It comes down to differences in gene expression in the outer layer of the uterus....

Multisensory techniques are frequently used for students with Learning Disabilities (LD) Multisensory teaching techniques and strategies stimulate learning by engaging students on multiple levels. They encourage students to use some or all of their senses to: Gather information about a task Link information for ideas they already know and understand Perceive the logic involved in solving problems Learn problem-solving steps Tap into nonverbal reasoning skills Understand relationships between concepts Learn information and store it for later recall Why Multisensory Techniques Are Important for Students With LDs Students with LDs typically have learning differences in one or more areas of reading, writing, math, listening comprehension, and expressive language....

Baby care basics weren’t something I thought about while pregnant. I remember arriving home from the hospital with my first. We’d spent many hours at the hospital fussing with the car seat and her going home outfit. I was tired and sore and yet terribly excited. I walked up the three flights of steps with my episiotomy stitches pulling the whole way, anxious to get my baby home. As she sat sleeping in her car seat in the middle of the living room floor, my husband and I debated and finally argued over what to do with her....

Even when parents do their best to protect their kids from too much sun, many children will still end up with a sunburn at some point. So, it’s important to know how to identify a sunburn, what to do about it, when to call a doctor, and how to prevent future sunburns in kids. Like other burns, sunburns can cause first-degree burns, which are the most common type, but more severe sunburns can lead to second-degree burns, and more rarely, third-degree burns....

Have you ever wondered why those silly mnemonic devices from grade school always stick with you? There is a prevalent hypothesis that humor plays a heavy role in data retention. This theory has been tested in different settings and fields, including a recent report published in the Journal of Communications. Key Takeaways A recent study revealed humor can be a useful tool in information sharing and retention.Information is more easily digested when presented in a comedic way, and encourages sharing of newly learned concepts and ideas....

Have you ever tried to wake up but just couldn’t? While occasional sleepiness in the morning is normal, especially if you’ve had a busy week or stayed up a little too late, constantly being unable to get up in the morning can sometimes be a sign of a mental health problem. In addition, disturbed sleeping patterns can worsen your mental health and exacerbate existing mental illnesses. For this reason, it’s important not to ignore a chronic inability to get up in the morning....

Straight spouses of gay or bisexual partners are sometimes the last to know about their mate’s sexual orientation. These partners may not share their sexual orientation for many years. Sometimes, though not always, infidelity is part of this pattern. This article will talk about the reasons why someone may delay coming out to their partner, how you can approach a conversation with your spouse, and when to decide if it’s time to leave the relationship....

Are you looking for a strong, distinctive name that is associated with truth-telling and righteousness? Isaiah is an awesome choice. Isaiah comes from the Hebrew phrase “yesha’yahu,” meaning “God saves.” It was the name of an Old Testament prophet, whose words are preserved in the biblical Book of Isaiah. The prophet Isaiah is revered by Jews, Christians, and Muslims. How Popular Is the Name Isaiah? Although it has been in use for thousands of years, the name Isaiah has become more popular in the U....

Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to change and adapt due to experience. It is an umbrella term referring to the brain’s ability to change, reorganize, or grow neural networks. This can involve functional changes due to brain damage or structural changes due to learning. Plasticity refers to the brain’s malleability or ability to change; it does not imply that the brain is plastic. Neuro refers to neurons, the nerve cells that are the building blocks of the brain and nervous system....

Object relations theory is centered on our internal relationships with others. According to this theory, our lifelong relationship skills are strongly rooted in our early attachments with our parents, especially our mothers. Objects refer to people or physical items that come to symbolically represent either a person or part of a person. Object relations, then, are our internalized relationships to those people. An aspect of the evolution of Freudian psychoanalytic theory, object relations theory developed during the late 1920s and 1930s and became important in shaping psychoanalytic theory during the 1970s....

When it comes to treating mental health issues, we’re living in an era of exploration. There are more options for mainstream treatments like psychotherapy and medication than ever. The current mix of crisis, awareness, and openness around mental health, however, has bred approaches to care that were considered taboo just a few short years ago. One such approach is the use of psychedelic drugs like psilocybin, MDMA, and ketamine. This class of substances can change sensory perceptions, produce hallucinations, alter mood, and shift your cognitive processes....

Psychosis is a condition characterized by the presence of delusions (false conceptions about what is happening or who you are) and/or hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there). When someone is experiencing psychosis, they are unable to distinguish between what is real and what is fantasy. Treatment usually includes a combination of psychotherapy, case management, and medication. Typically, antipsychotic medications are the medications of choice, sometimes combined with mood stabilizers or antidepressants....

Sole physical custody is a type of child custody among parents who ask the courts to intervene and determine their family’s custody arrangement. While it is often sought after, that doesn’t mean sole custody is the best scenario for your children. Before you file for sole physical custody, understand your options and consider the pros and cons of this particular custody arrangement. What Is Sole Physical Custody? Sole physical custody is an arrangement where the children live with one parent — called the primary custodial parent — more than 50% of the time....

Whether you call them yoga pants or flared leggings, this activewear essential is back and better than ever. Advances in activewear fashion and fabrics have transitioned yoga pants from being exclusively workout wear to being your most lived-in pair of pants. But not all flare yoga pants are created equal, so we did the research and spoke to experts to find out what makes a quality pair. “The most important features of a good yoga pant are fit, function, and then fashion," says Diane Powell, yoga instructor of vinyasa flow and therapeutic yoga....

Using walking or hiking poles can provide stability and balance on trails and added workout benefits like upper body exercise during a hike. Fitness walking poles and Nordic walking poles are designed for exercise on streets, sidewalks, and paths. Trekking poles, on the other hand, are designed for use on trails and uneven terrain. Walking poles can have different tips depending on their use. Rubber tips provide stability on sidewalks and pavement, and baskets can keep poles from sinking in snow....

Finding the right salad dressing can be key to helping you add flavor to vegetables. Whether you use salad dressing to mix in a salad, marinate veggies for the grill, or drizzle over cooked dishes, a tasty dressing can help you include more vegetables in your diet. Increasing your vegetable consumption helps you get a range of essential nutrients, which supports bowel movements, helps stabilize your blood sugar levels, and reduces the risk of chronic diseases, such as heart diseases, diabetes, and cancer....

After nine months of pregnancy, it’s exciting to meet your new baby. It’s also a relief to finally say goodbye to some of those annoying pregnancy symptoms. Unfortunately, you may be saying hello to other symptoms. Along with all the joy, the postpartum period can bring fatigue and some new discomforts. One of the common complaints is a headache. A headache in the first six weeks after childbirth is called a postpartum headache....

In the U.S., teens must be 18 years old to get a tattoo or body piercing. But in some states, parents can give consent for younger teens who want either body ink or a piercing somewhere other than their ear. Each state establishes its own rules about body art and the type of consent that’s acceptable. Some states won’t allow a teen to get a tattoo or a body piercing regardless of parental consent, while a few states don’t have any rules....