Well duh! The CDC now says people should also avoid crowded indoor spaces and ensure indoor spaces are properly ventilated by bringing in outdoor air. This update is a result of mounting evidence from super-spreader events. The guidance for physical distancing remains in place and needs further emphasis as winter drives more personal interactions indoors. The balance of … [Read more...]
Drinking is a big problem, but not for all big drinkers
David Freedman tackles the challenging subject of what can now be called “alcohol use disorder.” This diagnosis spans the two categories of problem drinking commonly known as alcoholism and alcohol abuse. A 2017 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that 13 percent of adults suffer from “alcohol use disorder,” although the number could be … [Read more...]
Go outside! not just a Mom’s dictate
“Okay, it is time for you to go outside and play,” might be a way for moms to get a break from child rearing during summer. She’s right. Researchers have studied outdoor time and found the benefits of spending two to three hours per week in nature were similar to the benefits of getting two to three hours of physical exercise a week. Nature enhances health by reducing people’s … [Read more...]
Bad moods, venting and yelling
The hurrier I go the behinder I get!” – White Rabbit, Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. Our VUCA world < link > routinely challenges us. As frustration mounts, so do the tendencies to express our feelings outwardly or bottle them inside. This collection of articles speaks to managing through challenging times. 9 Mental-health experts on the strategies they use to … [Read more...]