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When Does Internet Use Become A Problem?
According to a study by researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine, one out of eight Americans exhibited at least one possible sign of problematic internet use. The researchers found that: – 13.7 percent (more than one out of eight … Continue reading
Americans Engage in Unhealthy Behaviors to Manage Stress
According to the American Psychological Association (APA), too many Americans engage in unhealthy behaviors such as comfort eating, poor diet choices, using alcohol or smoking to help deal with stress. While common, these unhealthy coping methods may give temporary relief … Continue reading
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Is Compulsive Spending Creating Problems in Your Life?
According to a Stanford University study, 17 million Americans or 6% of the population are compulsive spenders or shoppers. Researchers from the University of Florida reported that the average compulsive spender is carrying $23,000 in debt (not including a home … Continue reading
“Letting It Rip” With Anger Actually Escalates Anger and Aggression
Contrary to popular belief, “letting it rip” with anger does not decrease one’s anger. According to the American Psychological Association, the latest research on anger concludes that choosing aggressive activity to vent anger actually increases a person’s hostility. Self-help anger … Continue reading
How Can You Help a Family Member Who is Abusing Alcohol or Drugs?
Someone in your family has a problem with alcohol or drugs. What can you do to help? You might think that an alcohol or drug problem belongs to the person who is drinking or taking drugs. But if a family … Continue reading
Adequate Sleep Enhances Memory, Learning and Job Performance
In a recent study, adults who were allowed just five hours of sleep a night for a week continuously scored poorly on tests. Only after they slept eight hours for two nights in a row did their test scores improve. … Continue reading
6 Things Happy Couples Do
Contrary to widely held beliefs, romance does not have to fizzle out in long-term relationships, according to a recently published study in the journal, Review of General Psychology. The researchers studied 6,070 individuals in short- and long-term relationships and concluded … Continue reading
Four Steps To A Longer Life
According to a recent study, four simple behaviors – being physically active, not smoking, drinking moderately and consuming fruits and vegetables – can increase longevity by as much as 14 years. The study surveyed 20,244 men and women (ages 45 … Continue reading
New Year’s Resolution Success
According to a University of Washington survey, 63% of the people questioned were still keeping their number one New Year’s resolution after two months. The keys to making a successful resolution? The researchers say a person’s confidence that he or … Continue reading
Tips To Increase Happiness
Recent research reports that you can change your thoughts and actions to increase your happiness. Below are five “happiness activities” shown in numerous studies to increase the happiness of study participants. To improve your happiness, choose the activities that suit … Continue reading