Philip would stay awake every night, working on the reports he would carry home. Bringing work home was a normal way of life for him. His insomnia added up on the idea. He didn’t fall asleep easily anyways, so it was a good excuse for him to keep awake – work! The dull headache and the throbbing pain in the joints had become an everyday affair for him. The only way of getting rid of both these intruders and getting some sleep was simple – painkillers. When the time was right for him to hit the bed, Philip would run down to his work bag and hunt through it until he got to what he was looking for. He’d take the pills – 6 of them at a time – and pop them into his mouth. He’d walk back up; get into bed, and wait for the wave of ‘relax’ to come over him. Then  [...] 

Is your child stuck on the computer the whole day? Does he/she not have anything to do when off the computer? Are all of their friends in some other country of the world? Is the only group of friends that he/she has is on facebook? Then maybe the problem is a little more serious than you think it is. There has been, in recent times, an entirely new body of work that has been shaping up in the world of psychiatric disorders. Researchers are spending a lot of time studying a new form of addiction that has come to the forefront. It is called INTERNET ADDICTION. EXPERT SPEAK Dr. Jerald Block, who is associated with the Oregon Health and Science University speaks on the topic. He claims that Internet addiction is a serious health problem, unlike what people believe. He is of the opinion that it  [...] 

Can you think of one commonality between Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe? Well, other than the fact that they’re both icons in their own rights, they both abused their own bodies by being overly dependent on sleeping pills. A lot of people have a lot of difficulty in ‘falling asleep’ and moreover, if they do manage to catch a few winks, it stays at just that – FEW. They have major problems with staying asleep as well. People set out on quest to combat these situations, and the ‘popping pills’ culture was born. It is an established fact that Chronic Insomnia can lead to dormancy of an individual’s capacity to cope and function normally. The only thing that snores away to glory is your ‘peace of mind’. However, the solution (pills) has today turned into a problem of its own.  [...] 

Many times it is quite possible that in spite of doing everything right, one is unable to sleep. It is very well understood the reasons for it. In earlier articles we did learn certain things that can hammer your sleep. We will continue this article with some essential Do’s and Don’ts to get sound sleep. Suppose you have done meditation for almost twenty to twenty five minutes, and are still not able to get sleep, then it is better to get up and start doing something else. You may start reading, drawing, listening to music, or best way is to clean your rack. All these light activity will try to get you some good sleep. It is very much possible that a pending job is keeping you awake. At such time, try to finish the job and get back to your sleep. It does happen with the people who believe  [...] 

It is one of the absurdities of modern world, that despite all time-saving gadgets available to us, we cannot grab sufficient time for ourselves to sleep. Sleeps is very much essential for healthy body. It is part and parcel of normal and healthy lifestyle, which is often neglected by us. And, the recent researchers have discovered that inadequate sleep leads to many injurious diseases. It is proved that there are two types of sleeps; dreamless sleep and dream sleep. They both have different functions. Dreamless sleep usually, restores and rejuvenates our health. Since, most of the dreamless sleep occurs in the first half of night that, a person might feel quite fresh even after sleeping for four to five hours. The functions of dream sleep are less clear. Mostly adults require seven to eight  [...] 

Quitting the habit of smoking is unpleasant from all sides, and requires a lot of hard work and dedication. Besides, the cravings you will have to tackle withdrawal symptoms. You will also have to make crucial lifestyle changes by following these quit smoking tips. The following are top ten quit smoking tips: Tip 1 Plan on which day you wish to stop. This will allow you to have enough time to tackle the changes that come along with quitting. You may also begin taking medical advice. Tip 2 This tip may sound simple but is very demanding. You need to throw away all your cigarettes on the day you quit. This will have a huge psychological impact, and will curb easy access to cigarettes. Tip 3 Avoid places that trigger the smoking habit in you. If you begin your day smoking a cigarette with coffee,  [...] 

Coping Mechanism and Support System Motivation is a crucial factor to quit tobacco in all its forms. Most smokers are found to be lacking in motivation. It is advisable for smokers to make a list of the reasons for quitting. Quitting tobacco is a positive step in the right direction. It has its short-term benefits of healthy breathing and pleasant clothes. Long-term health benefits include lower risk of heart ailment and increased chances of healthier lifestyle. Your family and environment too are going to benefit with your decision. These benefits are some of the motivational factors and peruse the list often during bouts of craving. Know your triggers for smoking: This will help you reduce the urges and cravings for a quick smoke. It also helps in developing a comprehensive and effective  [...] 

Counseling and Group therapy Prescription medications are not sufficient in thwarting nicotine addiction. Often counseling and behavior therapy are needed to tackle the symptoms of nicotine addiction. Counseling helps in strengthening the support system of smokers who wish to quit smoking. It is essential for smokers to have a trained counselor and to have a good rapport with them. Some of the popular forms of counseling are mentioned below: Over the phone: Most helplines are operational 24×7. Get free advice during trying and difficult circumstances. The two popular helplines in the United States include the National Cancer Institute and the American Cancer Society’s Quitline. Individual and group therapy: Group therapy is an effective way of counseling. For individual sessions you might  [...] 

There exists no concrete physical test to know the degree of nicotine addiction. Your medical practitioner will gauge the degree of addiction by asking questions. Alternatively, you may have to fill a questionnaire. The number of cigarettes that you smoke is in direct proportion to the degree of addiction. It is important to know the degree of addiction to obtain an appropriate medication for nicotine replacement. Drugs and Medical Treatment You are never alone in your fight against nicotine addiction. The chances of success are greater if you take treatment that has been scientifically proven to be effective. Medications in combination with counseling is the proven highly effective. Although thwarting nicotine addiction is a challenge, the benefits of a nicotine-free life are worth the efforts.  [...] 

Definition Nicotine addiction is craving for tobacco products. Tobacco contains the harmful chemical nicotine. Some of the most common tobacco products are cigarettes, cigars, and pipes. Tobacco products that do not involve smoke also contain nicotine. Once addicted to nicotine it is challenging to get rid of it. Nicotine has the ability to alter mood and also induces physical changes. These alterations give a temporary high. Eventually, it leads to dependence and craving. The withdrawal symptoms of tobacco include anxiety and irritability. Nicotine addiction brings with it a list of health complications. Though nicotine is the primary chemical that causes addiction, other chemicals are equally toxic. Nicotine consumers are at an increased chance for heart attacks, cancer, and strokes. Symptoms  [...]