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ARTArticleCyberbullying - The H1N1 of Technology: CausationPart One: Causation
© Holli KenleyrARTArticleCyberbullying - The H1N1 of Technology: Implications for InterventionIn Part One: Cyber bullying: The H1N1 of Technology- Causation, several causal factors of cyber bullying we examined. Although the issue is extremely complex, three social norms were explored as being strong contributors to the rampant spread of this technological virus:
• The anonymity of technology: Because of the lack of human connection afforded to us by the various technological devices, we have become detached from one another and desensitized to the disastrous effects our words or actions have on one another.rARTArticleCystic Fibrosis in Lungs is Caused by Ineffective BreathingWhile the cause of cystic fibrosis in lungs remains the mystery for the mainstream official medicine, most clinical physician and nurses are well aware that with progression of many chronic diseases, cystic fibrosis included, the patient has more complains about dyspnea, breathlessness and difficulty breathing, especially during physical exercise, and chest pain. All these symptoms are signs of chronic hyperventilation that washes out CO2 (carbon dioxide) from the airways and lungs.ARTArticleDeep Breathing: Breath the Right WayDeep Breathing
It is easier to learn this in the presence of a professional or via audio (see www.umfer.org to get mp3s with this exercise on it). Begin by sitting in a chair. Once you learn this you can do it lying down or while in line at the grocery store. First test your breathing by timing for one minute how many breaths you take, with each inhale and exhale counting as one. Notice how high your count is. Most people take on average between 15-17 breaths per minute. You likely are taking short shallow breaths. The goal is to get between 3-6. And no I’m not on acid.ARTArticleDieting and the Mind: HindbrainIf you’ve been dieting for weight-loss for some time and have found that the diet isn’t “working” – by whatever measure you care to apply – then the reason for this has to be to do with diet, or it has to do with how you are mentally and physiologically responding.ARTArticleDry Mouth in the Morning: Health DisasterUp to 30-40% of modern people breathe through their mouth during sleep. Oral breathing is medically associated with various health problems, but this article is about the most fundamental abnormality caused by mouth breathing: reduced oxygen levels in the brain, heart, kidneys and all other body organs.
Superficially, it seems that there are no differences between mouth and nasal breathing. We still get oxygen into the lungs and blood and expel toxic carbon dioxide. Medical science, however, has the opposite opinion.ARTArticleEfficient Alcohol Therapy OptionsIf you or somebody you know is suffering from alcohol dependency, then it may be time to check out the alcohol treatment options that will be most effective for the individual's chosen lifestyle and preferences. Addiction to alcohol treatment comes in a variety of forms; however, not all alcohol addiction treatments are the same. Some treatment options may be much better than others for a certain situation. This article will| help guide you through selecting the appropriate alcohol addiction treatment depending on a person's particular desires.ARTArticleEmotions: Important Information For Eating Disorder Sufferers1. The Function Of An Eating Disorder - The Cinema Analogy
An eating disorder is a kind of coping strategy, it provides a way of dealing with the difficult things that life throws at you by blocking out, distracting or shielding you to some extend from the distressing thoughts and feelings that are provoked.ARTArticleEngineering Meets Investigation: What ‘Science-Based Forensics’ Looks Like in the Real WorldWhen something breaks, burns, leaks, collapses, or just quietly stops working, people rush to the same question.
“What happened?”
But the smarter question is usually: How do we know what happened?ARTArticleExercise is Fun Only When Body Cells Are Oxygenated at RestWhile there are some athletes who really like exercise and sports, most modern people can agree that physical exercise is not a pleasant job. Over 200 MDs, teaching the Buteyko breathing therapy in Russia, and other health care professionals performed several millions of simple body oxygenation tests (stress free variation of the breath holding time test done after usual exhalation and without any pushing themselves) on thousands of sick and healthy (energetic) people. It was discovered that:ARTArticleGrieving through the holidaysGrieving Through the Holiday SeasonARTArticleHealthy Ways Of Coping With Your EmotionsEmotional distress is a part of life and serves a necessary function in terms of alerting us to problems that need to be resolved. Everybody therefore needs to be able to experience and tolerate a certain amount of distress. Trying to avoid unpleasant thoughts and feelings can actually lead to an increase in the experience of them, the more you try to avoid an experience the more it seems to pursue you. This more than likely has an evolutionary purpose because as long as the distress is avoided the source of the pain remains unresolved.ARTArticleHow Can A Psychic Reading Help YouIf you've ever had a psychic reading, you know what a wonderful experience it is. If this is a novel concept for you, you are in for a treat! A psychic will be invaluable in assisting you in identifying the obstacles you have created that are preventing rays of light and hope from entering your life. You can't predict the future and shape it to your liking. You can, however, prepare for whatever may come your way.ARTArticleHow does bulimia cause weight loss?Bulimia and weight loss are two things that interest many people. Nowadays nearly everyone wants to know a fast and easy method to lose extra weight. Bulimia is considered by some people as one of this easy ways to become slim.
But how does it work, if it works at all?
When people become bulimic they start to throw up food after eating. Often they binge before vomiting. Most bulimics have a certain time when they binge: dinner time, sometime in the afte
oon or at night.ARTArticleHow to Choose the Best Lancaster Senior Living Community for Your Loved OneDeciding it is time for senior living is hard enough. Actually choosing a place for your mom, dad, or another loved one can feel even heavier. You are not just picking a building. You are choosing the people and environment that will shape their daily life.
If you are starting to look at Lancaster senior living options, it helps to slow down, breathe, and use a clear framework instead of just scrolling through websites and getting overwhelmed.ARTArticleHow to Choose the Best Lancaster Senior Living Community for Your Loved OneDeciding it is time for senior living is hard enough. Actually choosing a place for your mom, dad, or another loved one can feel even heavier. You are not just picking a building. You are choosing the people and environment that will shape their daily life.
If you are starting to look at Lancaster senior living options, it helps to slow down, breathe, and use a clear framework instead of just scrolling through websites and getting overwhelmed.ARTArticleHow to Choose the Right Deck Size (42, 48, 52, 60+): A Practical Zero Turn GuideDeck size is one of those decisions that looks simple until you buy the wrong one. Too small, and you spend forever mowing. Too big, and you’re doing awkward turns, clipping corners, and fighting to squeeze through gates like you’re parking a truck in a compact spot.
The goal is not “biggest deck possible.” The goal is the biggest deck that still fits your yard, your access points, and your comfort level. When you get that right, mowing feels fast and smooth instead of frustrating.ARTArticleHow to Get Through the Holidays Without StressThe holiday season is upon us. Do you greet it with trepidation? Festivities bring us together with family. Are you dreading that experience because you have to act as if everything is peachy when it isn't because you are really having an awful time and can't wait to find an excuse to leave? In psychology we call that pseudo-mutuality. Pseudo means false. In other words, the smile on your face is hiding your true feelings of unhappiness, anger or boredom.ARTArticleHow To Introduce the Idea of Dating and Remarriage To ChildrenAfter the loss of a spouse – whether from death or divorce – dating and remarriage may be considered. However, this time around, it is not just about you! Your children will play a very big role in the next partner you choose. The adaptability of your children will also determine if the relationship will be able to survive the stress of a blended family. To increase your odds of a successful remarriage, bear in mind the following guidelines.ARTArticleHow To Prepare Yourself For CBT CounselingThe first phase of CBT Counselling is determining what it is that you want to achieve. This not only increases your chances of a successful outcome but will motivate you to continue working toward this and help you to measure your progress along the way.
1. The Miracle questionrARTArticleHow to Tap in the Power of the Now; An Easy Tool You Can Use EverydaySuffering from clinical anxiety for over 30 years of my life, my mind was caught in a constant spiral of fear and worry. I spent my whole life worrying what if this bad thing happened or what if that bad thing happened. I was never in the now. I spent the whole time in the future; not seeing it as bright and happy but rather as one filled with more fear and more worry. And more worry.ARTArticleHow YOU can De-Stress with MeditationIn our society we often lead very busy and stressful lives. This can lead to a stress response not unlike being chased by a saber toothed tiger. Our body releases stress hormones that make us fast and strong – in order to survive. This is called the fight or flight response. But being in a chronic state of stress can be, and often is, deadly. And seventy to eighty percent of visits to primary care physicians are due to stress related illness.ARTArticleInvisalign in Overland Park: Who It’s Best For and What to Expect Week-to-WeekInvisalign is one of those things people think they understand until they actually start looking into it. “Clear trays, no braces, done.” Easy, right?
Sort of.ARTArticleIs Fear Holding You Back?What is fear? Fear is an emotion that is basic to our survival and occurs in response to anything by which we feel threatened, real or imagined. It allows us to recognize danger so we can protect ourselves. In the brain, fear is triggered by a stressful stimulus that prompts a release of chemicals that causes a racing heart, fast breathing and energized muscles, among other things, known as the ‘Fight-or-Flight’ response. Fear activates our ‘Fight-or-Flight’ response so we can flee to get away from danger or fight to survive.ARTArticleLetting Go and Moving OnLetting Go and Moving On
After experiencing a major loss, it is sometimes difficult to move on with your life. Before you can look ahead to a brighter future, you need to learn to let go of your painful past. The loss can involve a break up with someone you care deeply about, a job loss, the death of a pet, or the death of a loved one. Whatever you do, don’t give up on the idea that the future can be hopeful.rARTArticleMassage as a Support Measure for the Terminally IllMassage as a Support Measure for the Terminally IllARTArticleMcArthur Banking for Families: Simple Habits That Make Money Feel Less StressfulFamily money is rarely complicated because people are “bad with finances.” It’s complicated because life is… loud. Groceries jump in price, a tire blows out, school stuff pops up, and suddenly your budget is doing gymnastics.
So when a community has a solid, dependable bank in the middle of it all, it can genuinely make family life easier. McArthur is kind of built for that. VCNB’s roots in McArthur go back to 1867, and they opened a newer, “state-of-the-art” branch nearby in 2024. Vinton County National BankARTArticleMental Health Treatment: Is The NHS Letting You DownThere are more people on capacity benefits due to mental health problems than the total number of unemployed people on job seekers allowance. By 2030 depression will be the world’s most common illness according to the World Health Organisation.rARTArticleNew Breathing Device Helps Even Severe AsthmaticsWe generally do not have many news about holistic or alte
ative medical innovations in countries, like Russia. They have their own culture, and, while their official medical approaches are similar to the Western world (drugs, surgeries, chemotherapies, etc.), there are recent developments in treatment of asthma, and other respiratory conditions (bronchitis, emphysema, COPD, respiratory insufficiency, etc.) that deserve a closer look.ARTArticleOhio Winter Plumbing Prep: How To Prevent Frozen Pipes and Avoid Emergency RepairsOhio winters have a special talent for turning “minor house stuff” into full-blown emergencies. One cold snap, and suddenly you’re Googling why the faucet barely drips, or why the basement smells damp, or why the toilet is acting weird. And if you’ve ever dealt with a frozen pipe before, you already know the vibe: it’s never just the pipe. It’s the mess, the stress, the cleanup, the cost.