It’s wonderful to watch a child as they develop and learn, but it can be hard to see them struggle with their studies. In some cases, those struggles may result from dyslexia, a learning difference that can make it hard for a person to understand written words. Early assessments and interventions can prevent children from falling behind in school, so it is important to learn the associated signs.

What Is Dyslexia?

While many people have heard the term “dyslexia,” not everyone understands its meaning. According to the Mayo Clinic, this learning difference happens when someone experiences difficulty connecting speech sounds with letters and words. The result is difficulty processing text and symbols. Having dyslexia is not an indicator of a person’s intelligence or potential to succeed.  [Read more…]

Personality disorders are long-term inner experiences and behavior patterns that affect your thinking, behavior, and functioning. A personality disorder is a type of mental condition characterized by unhealthy habits, which cause significant limitations and problems in relationships, work, school, and social activities. Sometimes it can be hard even to recognize your personality disorder. You may feel that your behaviors seem natural and blame others for your challenges. 

Personality disorders can begin as early as teenage years and early adulthood years. Personality disorders can make you deviate from expectations and cause distress that may last for a while. In many cases, personality disorders go undiagnosed due to a person’s hesitance and failure to seek treatment. In some cases, a health provider might misdiagnose a personality disorder. To place you in a better position to deal with the condition, here are steps to take when you suspect that you might be diagnosed with a personality disorder.   [Read more…]

The gym is an excellent place to get out of the house and exercise. Working out can relieve stress, improve sleep and help you lose weight. However, there are written and unwritten rules to follow when you go to the gym or any fitness center. Follow these eight tips to be as courteous as possible. 

Stay Home if You’re Sick

You may contemplate returning to the gym or signing up for your first time as America slowly recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. Any day you plan to go to the gym, you should evaluate your health and determine if it’s safe for you to be around others. During the pandemic, virus transmission increased in gyms because people can release up to 132 times more particles during exercise than at rest. Stay home if you have the sniffles. [Read more…]