Every day, ketamine is used in emergency rooms around the world to sedate patients for surgery. This drug is generally well-tolerated and isn’t habit-forming, making it an effective option for managing pain in combat situations or during surgical operations. More recently, researchers have found that ketamine, administered either intravenously or in nasal spray form, can […]
Author Archives: Kristina Robb Dover
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For those living with seizures or nerve pain, effective treatment is important for health, safety and quality of life. Many people rely on a medication called gabapentin to control their conditions. Keep reading to learn more about this medication, including how it works, what to expect when taking it, and what to know before stopping […]
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Has work gotten hard lately? Are you suddenly struggling with meeting deadlines or keeping up with your daily responsibilities? You might be feeling lazy when the lack of motivation sets in, especially as your to-do list keeps growing. However, there could be more to your emotional state than just laziness. Burnout and laziness both often […]
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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is among the most common behavioral disorders found and diagnosed in children, affecting those diagnosed for their entire lives. In fact, between 2020 and 2022, 11.3 percent of children between the ages of 5 and 17 had an ADHD diagnosis, the CDC reported. Though there are several treatments available for ADHD, one […]
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Crying is a universal human experience and a normal reaction to several factors. You might cry when you’re in pain, upset, or angry. However, when you keep crying for no reason, something else could be going on. If you break into tears with no explanation, it can be disruptive and embarrassing. The good news is, […]
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Being proud of yourself may not come naturally, especially if you live with a mental illness. It’s much easier to look around and feel like everyone is doing better than you and to forget to celebrate the wins in your life. Additionally, some people may worry that if they take the time to recognize their […]
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Millions of people want to lose weight. More than one-third (over 72 million) of U.S. adults are obese. Many are influenced by the media’s portrayal of svelte, fit individuals living life to the fullest. They want their doctors to prescribe something to help them shed pounds quickly. One of these drugs is phentermine. But what […]
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Most of us have the drive to build deep relationships. We value the support our familial, platonic and romantic relationships provide and recognize the role they play in helping us build resilience during difficult times. While the drive to seek out relationships may be innate, the know-how doesn’t always come naturally. Every person brings a […]
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If you’ve ever looked into improving your communication with someone—especially a partner—you’ve probably come across the concept of the “five love languages.” Marriage counselor Gary Chapman published his first book on this topic in 1992 and it quickly spread. According to Chapman, everyone experiences and expresses love differently. He identified five separate ways through which […]
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What is physical affection? Is it merely touch, or a deeper part of the expression of love language? When you’re in love, the ways you show it always include some form of physical touch. For many, physical affection and physical touch are integral aspects of intimacy. For others, touch is a part of a deep […]