Category Archives: Insight

7 Things To Know if You Think You’re Addicted to Your Phone

Is it possible for you to read these words on the screen of your phone? If you replied “yes,” then you have a lot of other people to talk to about it. According to figures that were published in 2017 by the media analytics company Comscore, the typical amount of time spent on a smartphone […]

Panel Recommends Routine Anxiety Screening for Adults Under 65—Here’s What That Could Look Like

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has released a draft recommendation urging the screening of all adults under the age of 65 for anxiety disorders. This recommendation aims to normalize the screening process for anxiety and highlights the importance of identifying these disorders early to provide appropriate care. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a […]

How to Make Sure Social Distancing and Self-Isolation Don’t Hurt Your Mental Health

What may have seemed impossible a week ago, when we were discussing the best way to clean our hands, is now occurring in the United States. A lockdown is occurring throughout the cities. Many bars and restaurants no longer offer table service. No longer showing in area theaters. There has been a significant drop in […]

Low Hemoglobin, Explained

Hemoglobin, a protein found in red blood cells, plays a vital role in transporting oxygen throughout the body. In certain cases, hemoglobin levels can become too low, leading to various health concerns. There are diverse factors that can contribute to low hemoglobin levels, including specific medical conditions and nutritional deficiencies. Addressing low hemoglobin levels is […]

The Difference Between Psychopathy and Sociopathy

Psychopath and sociopath are terms often used colloquially to describe individuals who exhibit traits such as a lack of empathy, disregard for laws and rules, indifference towards others’ rights, tendencies towards violence, and a lack of guilt. It is important to note that sociopathy and psychopathy are not recognized as official mental health diagnoses in […]

Experts Explain Why Someone Would Cough on Food and Pretend to Have Coronavirus

Experiencing a constant barrage of Covid-19 news can evoke a range of emotions such as anxiety, frustration, and anger in individuals. In an attempt to understand the perplexing behavior exhibited by some during the pandemic, we consulted experts to shed light on the psychological factors at play. Instances of individuals engaging in troubling acts related […]

Can Sociopaths Love?

Individuals with antisocial personality disorder (ASPD), commonly referred to as sociopathy, can indeed display charming and flattering behavior. However, they typically lack empathy and compassion for others, which makes it challenging for them to establish and maintain lasting relationships, including romantic ones. ASPD is characterized by a consistent pattern of disregarding the rights of others, […]

How ‘Sociopath’ Relates to Symptoms of Antisocial Personality Disorder

The term “sociopath” is often used in popular culture to describe characters in movies, books, or even real individuals whose behavior deviates significantly and dangerously from societal norms. It typically refers to individuals who lack remorse and engage in purposefully violent or harmful actions towards others. This term is also associated with a mental health […]

Understanding MCHC Blood Test Results

Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC) is a measurement that assesses the amount of hemoglobin within a red blood cell relative to its volume. Hemoglobin is a protein present in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. An MCHC blood test is used to measure the hemoglobin levels and can provide valuable information about […]

Minute Maid Recall: Possible Metal Contamination in Juice

In November 2021, the Food and Drug Administration said that some Minute Maid drinks might contain metal bolts or washers. In the intricate web of regulatory bodies that oversee various aspects of our lives, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stands as a sentinel of public health, particularly when it comes to the safety of […]