1. Establish a solid routine The best way to protect children from experiencing anxiety is to keep life as normal as possible. Even though children are no longer following their usual school day routines, you can establish and follow a new routine at home. There’s no one right way to structure the day in these circumstances. […] … learn more→
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4 ways to help kids relax as the coronavirus upends everyday life
8 tips on what to tell your kids about coronavirus
As the number of new cases of coronavirus infection continue to rise the impact is now being felt in schools in Australia. At least four closed due to students and a staff member testing positive for the virus. Most international travel by Queensland students is also banned. It’s therefore important for parents to be there for their children […] … learn more→
What is true in what they sell us as “healthy life”?
The bombardment of messages about what “healthy living” is is constant. Organisms, institutions, private companies and fitness gurus try to convince us at all times that their formulas are the best solution to lead a healthy life and age in a healthy way. The questions we ask ourselves are: Are these “recipes” true? Are they based on scientific evidence? In the Report […] … learn more→
How to stop using food to reward and punish your kids
At one time or another, just about every parent uses food to reward their kids for good behavior and achievements – or to console them when they’re sad or disappointed. When children make honor roll, win a big game or persevere through a struggle, a parent might express their pride and joy with candy or […] … learn more→
Five surprising benefits of a plant-based diet
Many of the important benefits of a plant-based diet – particularly for climate health and animals – are well known. Yet despite the science being very clear, there remains confusion about the impact on human health. We have long known for example, that a diet centred around whole plant-foods – fruits, vegetables, whole-grains, beans, nuts and seeds […] … learn more→
A guide to buying the perfect engagement ring in Baltimore
One of the very first impressions you make on your better half is at the start of your married life when you give them a ring that is going to be a symbol of your engagement. The custom of proposing marriage with a ring has its origins from ancient Egypt but wasn’t common until the tradition was […] … learn more→
Three hidden costs of working multiple jobs
It’s important to be realistic when it comes to holding down more than one job. While the different career paths, new skills and additional income are all great incentives, having multiple commitments can be fairly stressful. Here are a few hidden costs to be aware of before saying yes to a greater workload. Maintaining a […] … learn more→
New scientific discovery as Physicist Kari Nokela says
Anorexia is a severe psychological and eating disorder that can even turn out to be lethal. The public vigorously expresses its opinion on this problem — scientists write about it, media figures make programs, and doctors show patients photos of dystrophies. However, it should not be forgotten that obesity is almost as dangerous and is […] … learn more→
The best translation apps and online services for students
We live in a world growing ever closer in communication and education. But our exposure to global influences also reveals language barriers. Happily, the same internet that exposes us to languages we don’t know also gives us tools and resources to translate them. We’ll look at translation products and services from the viewpoint of a […] … learn more→
The mental health crisis on campus and how colleges can fix it
When college students seek help for a mental health issue on campus – something they are doing more often – the place they usually go is the college counseling center. But while the stigma of seeking mental health support has gone down, it has created a new problem: College counseling centers are now struggling to meet the increased demand. As […] … learn more→
