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You can derive great inspiration from flowers for baby girl names. One such name is Jasmine, which is a delicate and fragrant white flower with a long history. The name Jasmine is of Persian origin, meaning ”gift from God." It is derived from the Persian word ”yasmin,” referring to the plant, meaning “fragrant flower.” How Popular Is the Name Jasmine? According to the latest Social Security Administration 2020 data, the name first started trending in the Top 1,000 most popular names in 1973....

Logan is a Scottish name that comes from the Gaelic word “lagan” or “lag,” which means “hollow” (although the name itself means “little hollow”). It was originally a surname in Scotland but eventually began to be used as a first name as well. Logan remains pretty popular in the United Kingdom, but it crossed the pond, so to speak, in the 1970s, gaining interest among American parents. Although the name Logan is often associated with boys rather than girls, it has taken on a more gender-neutral element in the last couple of decades....

Parenting stress can be difficult to manage, and it takes effort not to let it impact your kids. Key Takeaways A bi-directional relationship was found between the mental health of mothers and the mental health of the children.Parental stress was associated with maternal depression and the mental health issues of the children.These research findings offer insights into family interventions for addressing mental health. A new study in the Journal of Affective Disorders found that maternal depression is indirectly associated with the development of depression and anxiety symptoms in children, and is prompted by parental stress....

Cooperation is often encouraged in relationships and is a well-known sign of a strong community. Now, a new study published in Psychological Bulletin has found that cooperation levels among strangers has been increasing in the US since the 1950s. Key Takeaways Cooperation among American strangers has been increasing between 1956 and 2017, based on research. More cooperation was associated with income inequality, societal wealth, how many individuals lived alone, etc. Such increases in cooperation among strangers bode well for addressing global challenges....

Yes: Performance anxiety in children is very real. Kids often start to feel pre-game pressure as they move into more competitive levels of youth sports, or begin to compete solo. (They also might feel anxious about other things, like speaking in front of a group.) Your child may be able to express their fears and say that they feel worried about an upcoming game or competition. Or they may have trouble connecting their anxious feelings to their sports performance....

Before we become parents, we might have an image in our mind of what a new baby looks like. We might picture a cherub-looking infant with soft skin, plump cheeks, and a gummy smile. But when our babies are first born, they don’t really look like that. Freshly-birthed newborns are covered in goop and other fun stuff, their skin may look blotchy and rashy, and their hands and fingers might even be blue....

Whether or not you should freeze your eggs in your 30s or 20s—in order to defer having children until you’re older—is a controversial issue in the world of fertility. While your OB/GYN may bring up your biological clock and the importance of not delaying childbearing, your doctor is unlikely to mention the egg freezing option. There’s a reason for that. Not because egg freezing is a bad choice, but because it is a complex one....

Setting SMART goals is a method that is used to help people define and implement intentions. SMART goals are often used in healthcare settings, but they are also used successfully in business and educational settings because they help to create increase a sense of ownership and personal importance when trying to make important changes. A SMART goal is one that is specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. The SMART criteria help to incorporate guidance and realistic direction in goal setting, which increases motivation and leads to better results in achieving lasting change....

Finding a fitness routine can be difficult. With scheduling conflicts, distractions, and the ups and downs that come with any health endeavor, it can be easy to lose track of your goals. That’s where a fitness journal comes into play. Providing a space for your goals and fitness metrics, a fitness journal allows you to keep track of where you’ve been so you can focus on where your health is going....

A great water bottle can be a key tool for staying well hydrated. Investing in a nice water bottle may inspire you to drink more water, which can boost your health in a variety of ways. Aside from quenching your thirst and preventing dehydration, evidence suggests that adequate water intake may boost digestion, reduce fatigue, prevent headaches, and improve complexion. Bonus points for a glass water bottle, as it’s good for you and the environment....

Each Earth Day in middle school, I donned my “protect our planet” shirt and strode into school, positive even this little show of support mattered. I knew climate change was a threat, but I assumed with the right attitude humans could fix it—the adults were on it, right? Years later, I know the answer to that is actually “not really.” While many incredible people are fighting to protect the environment and awareness has increased since my early school years, the barriers (read: people and corporations) standing in the way can feel insurmountable....

Your discipline tactics shouldn’t be about controlling your child. Instead, discipline should be about teaching your child how to control himself. Kids who learn self-discipline will be better equipped to face life’s challenges, manage stress, and make healthy choices even when you’re not around. What Self-Discipline Means Just because a child is well-behaved, it doesn’t necessarily mean he has self-discipline. Self-disciplined kids can choose to forgo immediate gratification. They can make good choices regardless of how they feel....

Emotions play an important role in our daily lives. Each and every day we spend a tremendous amount of time witnessing the emotions of others, interpreting what these signals might mean, and determining how to respond to and deal with our own complex emotional experiences. Emotions in Psychology and Research Emotions are also an important topic in psychology, and researchers have devoted a great deal of energy toward understanding the purpose of emotions and developing theories about how and why emotions occur....

How do doctors know how much ADHD medication someone needs? It’s usually a process of trial and error. Titrating a dose is a process doctors use to find the most effective amount of medication for a person. A doctor will factor in your height, weight, and ADHD symptoms when titrating ADHD medication. However, because biology is an inexact science and every individual is unique, a doctor’s first estimate may not be ideal for you....

Sexual minorities are groups of people whose sexual orientation, gender identity, or sexual characteristics are different from the presumed majority of the population, which are heterosexual, cisgender, and non-intersex individuals. Sexual Orientation The most common use of the term sexual minority is to refer to people whose sexual orientation is not heterosexual. This includes gay men (men/man-aligned people who are only attracted to people of the same/similar gender), lesbians (women-aligned people who are solely attracted to people of similar genders), and bisexuals (people of any gender attracted to people of all genders), and questioning people....

Ectopic pregnancy, sometimes called tubal pregnancy, is a situation in which the fertilized egg implants somewhere other than in the uterus, most commonly the fallopian tubes. Ectopic pregnancies are not viable and can sometimes be life-threatening to the mother if not treated. While statistics vary from country to country, most estimates suggest that ectopic pregnancies occur in around one of every 50 pregnancies. Understanding Your Risk of Ectopic Pregnancy There are a number of factors that can place a woman at risk of an ectopic pregnancy, some of which we can change and others we can’t....

What Is Sensory Overload? Sensory overload occurs when one or more of your five senses becomes overstimulated. For instance, a person’s sense of hearing may become overloaded when music is too loud or their vision may be impaired if lights are too bright. Anyone can experience sensory overload, but it is most common with people who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), autism, or sensory processing and other neurodevelopment disorders. Symptoms Symptoms of sensory overload will vary from person to person....

Some teens are happy to go to therapy. They enjoy talking to an objective adult who can assist with some of their problems. But not all teens are on board with therapy, and convincing a reluctant teen to go to counseling can feel like an uphill battle. The experience may leave parents asking questions like, Should I force my child to see a therapist? Can I bribe my kid to go?...

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to some major shifts in the way society functions. And many of these shifts may increase the risk of suicide in some individuals. Key Takeaways Social isolation, financial distress, difficulty accessing support, and other problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have contributed to increased stress, anxiety, and depression for many Americans.All of these factors may place some people—including healthcare professionals and frontline workers—at a higher risk of suicide....

Indulging in flirting is actually good for you. Flirting can be defined as engaging someone for amorous intent or just playfully for amusement. You might flirt via text with emojis and inside jokes. In person, you might flirt when you are with a group of friends in a bar or restaurant and you notice someone attractive across the room. It’s a behavior and form of communication, often involving body language, in which someone is showing interest in someone else....