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- Concerta: Benefits and Side Effects - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2003 from Jeannine VirtueA number of ADHD medications are hitting the market, joining the old Ritalin standby. Concerta, in its relatively short existence, has already grabbed a sizeable portion of the ADHD medication market share. Although Concerta offers a number of advantages over the older ADHD medications, it ...
Views: 60533(13 votes) - Boundaries: Why Do Some People Build Walls Around Themselves? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperFor some people, the term walls may bring up associations to do with the physical walls of a house or walls that divide one garden from another. However, the walls that this article will look into are not physical walls. They are not visible to the eye and yet this doesn’t mean that the impact ...
Views: 27715 - Selfless: Why Do Some People Always Put Others First? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperPeople who put others first are often revered and are seen as an example of how to live. The fact that they appear to always put others first, is what makes them different to people who appear to always put themselves first. This could be to do with helping a friend, partner or colleague at a ...
Views: 25810 - Definition: Child Development - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2008 from Shelly WalkerChild development refers to the biological and psychological changes that occur in human beings between conception and the end of adolescence, as the individual progresses from dependency to increasing autonomy. Related terms include "developmental psychology", referring to development ...
Views: 24985(1 vote) - Mother Enmeshed Men: What Causes It? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to understanding what enmeshment is, it helps to look at what boundaries are. Boundaries are what create a sense of individuality between people. And although we are all physically separate, it does not mean that we are emotionally separate from another person. This becomes what ...
Views: 23858(2 votes) - 7 Reasons Why Kids Need Recess - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Rae PicaFour times in the past month, I’ve heard from parents or teachers who are upset by school policies that allow teachers or administrators to withhold recess as a form of punishment. The children’s infractions range from tardiness to failure to complete homework to acting out in class ...
Views: 20319 - Controlling Relationships: Why Are Some Men Controlling? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperA common relationship problem in today’s world and one that has been around for many years is control. The form that this behaviour takes may have changed over the ages, but the results are still the same. What is also clear to see is that both men and women can be controlling. However, here ...
Views: 18857 - Attention Seeking Behaviour: What Causes it? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperTo be acknowledged, mirrored and validated are psychological needs that we all have. This is a perfectly normal and natural part of being human and something that is vital for mental and emotionally stability. And like most things in life, there can be extremes and when this healthy requirement ...
Views: 17245 - Invisible: Why Do Some People Feel Invisible? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to feelings, there can often be a disparity between how one feels and how something actually is. And feeling invisible is the perfect example of this. Part of being human is to have a physical body and yet at an emotional level, one can feel that this is not the case. One can ...
Views: 16698 - Fame: Why Do Some People Want To Be Famous? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperIn today’s world fame is not merely seen as a by-product or as a consequence of achieving something; fame is pursued directly and as a goal in and of itself. With there being numerous examples of people who place fame as the ultimate achievement in life and above anything else; it might seem ...
Views: 16222 - Easy Ways to Improve Your Baby's Intelligence - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Dr. Melanie BeingessnerAfter a baby is born, her brain and her nervous system get to work learning about how her body works and the world that she live in. Despite the fact that a newborn sleeps quite a lot of her day, a baby's brain and nervous system are incredibly busy. If fact, from birth to 2½ years old, a ...
Views: 15712(1 vote) - Poisonous Chemicals In Skin Care Products - by Each and every day millions of Americans are unknowingly exposing themselves to dangerous, toxic chemicals. Some of these chemicals are absolutely, without a doubt known to be cancer causing. While other chemicals are not linked to cancer, they have been shown to contribute to hormonal ...
Views: 13841(1 vote) - Celebrities: Why Are Some People Obsessed With Celebrities? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperFor some time I have been reflecting on and thinking about what causes the obsession with celebrities. So here is my current outlook on what I believe is going on. Today's Society In today's society celebrities are often worshiped and are objects of obsession for many people. And it ...
Views: 13565 - Ego Boundaries: What Are Ego Boundaries? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe purpose of ego boundaries is to protect the self. And through having these in place, one will know the difference between who they are and who someone else is. They allow for ones inner space to be protected and looked after. These are not visible to the naked eye like a physical body ...
Views: 13506 - ***Developmental Differences Of Elementary, Middle And High School Students - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2007 from Scott WardellEach category includes a “Parents should” section! As your child is growing and developing physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually, it’s important for parents to recognize what stage in development their child is at. Parents who recognize the differences in the ...
Views: 13086 - How to Help Teenagers Cope with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2005 from Sophie LeeMany irritable bowel syndrome sufferers first develop symptoms of IBS during their teenage years. Symptoms like stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation and bloating are difficult even for an adult to deal with, and if you also have to cope with peer pressure, new relationships and exams it can make ...
Views: 12508 - Compliments: Why Can’t Some People Accept Compliments? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2015 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to compliments there are some people who can accept them gracefully and others who completely reject them. It may be that one rejects all compliments or only compliments that come from certain people. This can relate to men who reject all compliments from women or women who ...
Views: 12492 - Power: Why Do Some People Feel Powerless? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperThe power that I am talking about here is personal power. And this is more about the power that one has over oneself than it is about having power over others. Another term that is often used for this is self control. And although having power can lead to having influence over others, this is ...
Views: 12310 - Relationships: Why Do Some Men Need A Women’s Approval? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhile a certain amount of approval seeking is part of relationships; when it is out of control and taken to the extreme, it can create dysfunctional consequences and unnecessary pain. And when this happens, a man’s mental and emotional wellbeing is going to suffer. However, in order for a man ...
Views: 11944 - *** What’s Up With Your 8-11-Year-Old? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Toni SchuttaIf you’re the parent of an 8-to-11-year-old, perhaps you’ve noticed a surge in back talk, defiance and sensitivity. Simple requests may be met with intense outbursts. You may be asking, whatever happened to my amiable child who liked pleasing me? If so, you’re not alone! And your child is not ...
Views: 11943(4 votes) - Relationships: Why Do Some Men Pull Away After Sex? - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen two people come together with the intention of having a relationship or just the desire to spend time together, it is generally going to lead to them having sex. And this could be something that both of them equally want to experience or something that one of them is more attached to than ...
Views: 11893 - Parenting 101: How Can Traditional Games Benefit Your Child? - by Submitted on May 20, 2007 from Michael RayelFor the past few years, I’ve talked to parents complaining about their kids and their online or computer habits. “They spend too much time playing online games. No time for homework,” reports a single mom. “When my child loses a game, he yells at me,” adds a ...
Views: 11678 - Brands: Why Are Some People Obsessed With Brands? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWe live in a time where brands are everywhere and there is more or less a brand for everything. From branded water; to branded clothes and anything else that one could imagine. Part of the brand experience is that it creates sense of trust for people; that they can rely on the brand to ...
Views: 11558(1 vote) - Emotional Masks: What Is An Emotional Mask? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThe word mask is described as: an object normally worn on the face, typically for protection, disguise, performance or entertainment. Emotional Mask However, the mask that I am talking about here is an emotional mask. This can effect: how one sees themselves in the mirror; how one believes ...
Views: 11261 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Feel Smothered In A Relationship? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperAlthough one can have the desire to be in an intimate relationship with someone, it doesn’t mean that this feels comfortable. In their mind this could be what they want and yet when it comes to making this a reality, it doesn’t feel right. What feels right is for them to stay away from ...
Views: 11112 - Self Image: Why Do Some People Take Things Personally? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperThere are people who take just about everything personally and this doesn’t have to be the words that other people say. It could relate to how another person looks at them and what one experiences in the world around them. This can also relate to specific situations where one is being given ...
Views: 10826(1 vote) - It's Not Your Child's Temper - It's Your Child's Temperament! - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from Kytka Hilmar-JezekIt has happened to all of us at one time or another: our child does "one of those things" that absolutely drives us crazy, and we wonder why? Perhaps it was to stand at the head of the class on that first day of school and blatantly challenge the teacher. Perhaps we struggled in the kitchen ...
Views: 10202(4 votes) - Narcissistic Mothers and Their Children - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Sam VakninInterview granted to Samantha Cleaver for YourTango.com Q. What are some common ways that a mother's narcissism can affect her daughter's relationships? A. Depends on how narcissistic the mother is. Narcissistic parents fail to recognize and accept the personal autonomy and boundaries of ...
Views: 9735(4 votes) - ***Developing Mental Toughness: 5 Steps To Help Your Athlete Build Greater Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2008 from Scott WardellPart of becoming a successful athlete is to recognize what it takes to develop confidence and trust in your self to become a top athlete. Athletes that make it to the state tournament in their sport do so because they feel confident- most of the time. Confidence is a personal attribute that is ...
Views: 9729 - DO SCHOOL UNIFORMS MAKE A DIFFERENCE? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2003 from Pauline WallinA few days ago I was talking with a friend about school uniforms. "Back in my day," she lamented, "we didn't have the problems in school that we have now. Kids respected authority. They didn't talk back. They had to do their homework, and if they didn't, there were consequences. There was ...
Views: 9533(1 vote) - When Can Your Ex Take You Back To Court? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Dana McIntyreJust because your court date is over and your divorce/child custody case is final does not mean that you may never have to go back to court and fight another battle. You and/or your ex can file for amendments to your final decree at any time. Unfortunately, this may also mean more court costs ...
Views: 9390(4 votes) - Cooking Bell Peppers For Your Baby - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2007 from Christine AlburyBell peppers make a tasty addition to your baby's diet and -- despite their misleading name -- they are not "hot"! They can be found in a variety of colours, including red, green, yellow, orange and purple. Their bright colours are a good indication of their excellent nutritional value -- bell ...
Views: 9370 - Emotions: Why Do Some People Feel Uncomfortable With Their Emotions? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to human development, emotions are generally ignored and have been exceeded by other areas. In recent years there has been an intense focus on ones physical side and this has lead to people joining gyms or going for runs for example. And when it comes to ones intellectual side; ...
Views: 9348 - Relationships: What Does It Mean When Someone Says They Are Too Busy? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperJust because someone is available at one point in time, it doesn’t mean that they will continue to be available. There is the chance that they will continue to be around or everything could change, and they may be extremely hard to get hold of. However, without even going into how much ...
Views: 9089 - Relationships: Why Do Some People Feel Unlovable? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperTo have a relationship where one feels a healthy sense of love from another, is one of the most important elements of having a fulfilling relationship. Love can mean different things to different people, but generally this can include: affection, kindness, support, validation, touch, care and ...
Views: 8809 - Human Design Just for Children (and Everyone) - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2013 from Bonnie Schwartzbauer"At the moment of birth we are imprinted with a genetic blueprint that is a unique expression of ourselves and like no other." Carolyn Ford According to Human Design, beginning in 2027, a new species of human will begin to arrive on Earth. The Solar Plexus (or emotional) center of these ...
Views: 8696 - Gender Differences in Learning Style Specific to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2007 from Donna MilgramThere are gender differences in learning styles specific to science, math, engineering and technology (SMET) that teachers of these subjects should keep in mind when developing lesson plans and teaching in the classroom. First, overall, girls have much less experience in the hands-on application ...
Views: 8679 - Emotionally Needy Parents: What Are Emotionally Needy Parents? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen it comes to the psychological development of a child, the needs of the child are of the upmost importance. And not only are they important in the child's journey to becoming a functional adult; as extreme as this sounds, they can also be the difference between whether a child lives or ...
Views: 8654(1 vote) - Relationships: Why Are Some People Emotionally Unavailable? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen someone has a relationship with another person, ideally, their body, heart and mind will be shared. This means there will be a physical connection, an emotional sharing and an intellectual exchange. But this doesn’t always take place and this means that one could have a relationship ...
Views: 8463 - At What Age Should Children Start Dance Lessons? - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Dzagbe CudjoeThe bodies of young children are growing and changing fast. So it is very important not to demand more physically, and intellectually than they can safely manage. The pre-school years are a time to encourage motor skills through a wide range of activities taking place in a variety of settings. ...
Views: 8443 - Consumerism: What Causes Consumerism? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperOne doesn’t need much awareness to see that consumerism is a big part of the modern day world. And depending on one’s point of view or position, it can be described as either positive of negative. A small company or large business for example, that’s main focus is on selling physical items, ...
Views: 8332 - Emotionally Unavailable Mother: What Are The Consequences Of Having An Emotionally Unavailable Mother? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhile some women want to be mothers and go onto fulfil this need, there are others who have no interest in being a mother. They might end up channelling their nurturing abilities into another area of life instead. However, just because a woman decides to be a mother, it doesn’t mean that she ...
Views: 8236 - Symptoms of Leaky Gut Syndrome in Children - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Jaime Heidel“Mommy, my tummy hurts.” Hearing this from your child could mean a variety of different things. She’s had too much candy. He ate something that didn’t agree with him. However, if stomach complaints are common and coupled with other specific symptoms, your child could have leaky gut ...
Views: 8037(2 votes) - Relationships: Why Do Some Men Pull Away When Things Get Serious? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperWhen a man and a woman first get together it can be going along nicely and as soon as things start to become a little more serious, a man can begin to pull away. This is naturally going to be confusing for the woman and may make no sense whatsoever. And it can depend on how connected the ...
Views: 7987(2 votes) - Gifted and learning disabled: Students who are twice exceptional - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Kari MillerParents may suspect that their child is gifted, yet be baffled when their smart child has difficulty learning in certain areas. Some intellectually gifted students also have special learning needs such as a learning disability. Gifted students may also have other special educational needs such ...
Views: 7858(5 votes) - Dinosaur Preschool Activities - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from tamil selvi aldragenDinosaur Preschool Activities..Yippie! Dinosaurs ruled the Earth millions of years ago, fetching a solid following of children positively intrigued with their magnificent existence. Dinosaur preschool activities can give your children hours of fun and merriment. With a list as long as ...
Views: 7850(5 votes) - How to Build a Strong, Happy Family - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2004 from Lucy MacDonaldA happy, optimistic family enriches the lives of everyone in the family. It is within the family structure, whatever form that takes, that children first learn to manage their emotions, how to develop meaningful relationships, and how to cope with hard times. The more strengths a family has, the ...
Views: 7779 - Emotional Insecurity: What Are The Signs? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperEmotional security is something that few individuals have and what many would like to have; for the latter, it often seems elusive and hard to come by. And that’s if one has even challenged their instability; for these people it may appear to be how life is and this means that it is often ...
Views: 7766(1 vote) - Crush Sites - Something else to prepare your teens for - by "Someone has a crush on you"
Have you or your teens ever received an email that begins like that? Hugely popular with teens, these emails are from websites that are known as "Crush sites".
Presenting themselves as websites about dating, Crush sites are basically services that collect email ...
Views: 7680(1 vote) - ***Perhaps Autism is a Spiritual Experience - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Norma HollisMy cousin Adam is autistic. He’s one of the lucky ones. He’s a functional autistic now in his late 40’s and working as a gas station attendant. My most vivid memory of our childhood was him coming to visit on Christmas Day. My father always had a full fire going in the fireplace to warm us in ...
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