Signs and Symptoms of Iron Deficiency Anemia Iron, an essential mineral, plays a vital role in the production of red blood cells within the body. Shockingly, it is estimated that up to 1.5 billion individuals worldwide suffer from iron deficiency. This condition is the leading cause of anemia, a health disorder characterized by insufficient red […]
How To Cope With a Narcissistic Family Member Frequently, the term "narcissist" is used loosely, but it goes beyond mere self-confidence. Narcissism involves an inflated self-view and actions taken to uphold that perception, often at the expense of others. This exaggerated self-image can be indicative of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), a clinically recognized mental health […]
Natural Remedies for Anxiety Addressing anxiety requires personalized approaches as there is no universal solution that fits every individual, whether they experience occasional anxious moments or have a diagnosed anxiety disorder. Alongside conventional therapy and medication, there are natural remedies for anxiety that can potentially alleviate specific symptoms. Experts have been actively researching the role […]
Anxiety Signs and Symptoms Anxiety disorders are characterized by frequent and overwhelming feelings of anxiety that can significantly impact one’s daily life. While everyone experiences anxiety at times, persistent and excessive fear or worry may indicate an anxiety disorder. There are various types of anxiety disorders, but they all share the common symptom of excessive […]
Shark Week officially kicks off Sunday and anyone in Athens who wants to shed some blood for a good cause can get a prize during this annual week of shark documentaries and movies. The Athens-Clarke County Library is partnering with the American Red Cross for a blood drive on Tuesday, July 25, that falls within […]
Shepeard Community Blood Center will play host to a blood drive for the Richmond County sheriff’s deputy who earlier this month was shot in the line of duty. In the minutes following the shooting, Shepeard was alerted that deputy Kenneth Mercer may require a massive blood transfusion, according to a news release from the blood […]
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 […]
Signs and Symptoms of a Nervous Breakdown Experiencing extreme distress can lead to a state of emotional turmoil and strain commonly known as a "nervous breakdown" or "mental breakdown." Although these terms have been used to express feelings of unraveling under immense stress, it’s important to note that they are not clinical diagnoses or indicative […]
What To Know About Antisocial Personality Disorder Treatment According to a 2015 study published in Psychiatric Annals, approximately 1-4% of the general population meets the diagnostic criteria for Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD), which is also known as sociopathy. It is essential to understand that Antisocial Personality Disorder does not simply refer to being unsociable or […]
How To Recognize Narcissistic Abuse Syndrome Living with a partner who exhibits narcissistic traits can be challenging and may lead to experiences of severe emotional abuse. This form of abuse can result in negative mental health outcomes and is sometimes referred to as narcissistic abuse syndrome or narcissistic victim syndrome. While narcissistic abuse syndrome is […]