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We all know the child who can’t sit still, is impulsive and easily distracted. And we repeatedly hear that the numbers of children diagnosed with ADHD continues to rise. As we think about why this is so, have we considered the role of sleep? Could it be that sleep problems look a lot like ADHD? Given how stressed,…

When someone in a relationship has a narcissistic personality disorder, it is quite challenging. Who wants to be with a person who thinks he is always right or consumed with his own issues? In fact, relationships often end because of the lack of attention to the other person. The characteristics of the disorder make relationships…

Today we honor the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his contributions to American society. Of the many things he accomplished, he may be best known for promotion of non-violence during protests. And he certainly advocated love over hate. How are we doing living out his words? Our scorecard isn’t good. Maybe today we can…

We all make mistakes, right? Marital arts guru Bruce Lee once said,“Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them.” When you admit mistakes, you can learn from them. As we begin the new year, maybe we should resolve to avoid repeating mistakes of the past. Here are a few you don’t want…

Why is change so hard? We have great intentions and want to improve our lives. We start out very motivated, but then seem to fail to do the very things we want to do. Why is this? Consider these 7 reasons. For one thing, change is uncertain and often makes us uncomfortable even when it is…

We all know one or two people who are passive aggressive. You know, those people who seem to comply or act appropriately to your face, but are negative and passively resist whatever it is you want them to do. They make excuses for not getting with you and can sabotage your success through manipulation. They display a type of…

“It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood. A beautiful day for a neighbor. Would you be mine. Could you be mine?” Raise your hand if you share this sentiment with Mister Rogers. Do you feel this way about your neighbors? How many of us even know our neighbors? It’s easy to stay isolated in your…

Happy 2019! Do you have high hopes for change? We are only a few days in and some of you are already upset that you have fallen short of a New Year’s resolution. Others are thinking, it’s time to make this year different. But if change is on your mind, you need to be aware…

I had to laugh as I watched the commercial. A woman and man were running towards each other just like you see in an old romantic movie. But as they get nearer and nearer, arms stretched out ready for an embrace, they bypass each other. The woman’s face drops, she cries and looks distressed. As…

Here is a gift you don’t want to receive this holiday season–a Merry Christmas Coronary! Take it off your list! Unfortunately, naughty or nice, you may be at risk. According to researchers who published in the Journal, Circulation, Christmas and the New Year are peak periods for increased cardiac deaths. The researchers discuss several factors as to why this…
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