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Parents ‘Get Smart About Tests’ With New Book From Rocklin Publications

May 18, 2012     No comments

Solon, OH (PRWEB) April 26, 2011

‘GET SMART ABOUT TESTS’ by psychologist Joseph D. Rocchio, Ph.D. is an easy-to-understand guide to children’s educational and psychological testing that will get parents and teachers thinking like experts.

Tests can affect children?s lives in important ways, yet parents and teachers are surprisingly quiet when it comes to asking questions about tests. They aren?t asking questions because they don?t know what to ask?until now.

Standardized tests, such as IQ and achievement tests, are used more today than at any other time in our history. Educational tests are used to decide whether a student will be held back a year in school, diagnosed with a learning disability, admitted to advanced classes or to a gifted program, or even allowed to graduate from high school. And psychologically oriented tests will help to determine if a child is experiencing depression, anxiety, impulsivity, autism, social problems, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or any number of other conditions.

Described as ?compulsively readable,? ?long-overdue,? ?insightful? and ?eye-opening,” “GET SMART ABOUT TESTS” informs parents and teachers about educational and psychological testing in a clear and honest manner. It explains how to understand the most common types of test scores, whether IQ is really important, whether intelligence can be boosted, why important decisions should never be based on a single test, why we place so much faith in scores, how personality tests are used, what can done to help children improve their educational test results, and much more.

“GET SMART ABOUT TESTS” will also help parents and teachers cut through confusing and intimidating technical jargon, allowing them to ask relevant and probing questions about tests, scores, and the testing process. Ultimately, they will be able to make better educational decisions.

As an added feature, an appendix with descriptions of more than 100 commonly used tests is also included.

The author, Joseph D. Rocchio, is a licensed psychologist and test expert with a Ph.D. in Educational/School Psychology and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology. He currently serves as a consultant to schools and teaches graduate courses in psychology.

“GET SMART ABOUT TESTS” is available from amazon.com.

For more information about educational and psychological testing or to read excerpts from “GET SMART ABOUT TESTS,” please visit Rocklin Publications at http://rocklinpub.com.

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Mr. Diabetes? Goes to Washington and Reaches Mile 8,000 of 10,000+ Mile Walk to Raise Awareness about Diabetes

May 17, 2012     No comments

Washington D.C. (PRWEB) December 6, 2006

Today, on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, Andy Mandell – Mr. Diabetes?, Executive Director of Defeat Diabetes Foundation, completed mile 8,000 of his 10,000+ mile walk of the perimeter of the United States to raise awareness about the disease that nearly took his life.

“It’s really appropriate that I reach this milestone in our nation’s capitol, since our elected officials are in the position to dedicate much needed resources to the prevention of this disease. And there is no doubt that Type 2 diabetes can be prevented in nearly 90% of all cases,” said Mandell. “The alternative is projected health care costs of over 1 trillion dollars annually to care for the nation’s diabetics. You don’t have to be a math whiz to figure out that this disease can and will bankrupt our healthcare system if we continue on the same path.

“The key to breaking this disease cycle is awareness, prevention and, when it’s too late for that then, early detection and proper management to avoid the costly complications associated with this disease. All the research dollars being spent looking for a cure simply aren’t going to keep people from getting this disease,” said Mandell. “Top diabetes researchers agree with me that a cure is at least 20 years or more out. It’s time to stop trying to convince folks that a cure is just around the corner. IT IS NOT!!! Prevention is the key and it’s all about taking personal responsibility and making lifestyle changes. That’s what the Wake Up and Walk? Tour is all about and why I’ve been out here walking and talking with the average guy-on-the-street.”

Obesity and diabetes are inextricably linked. Yet, the necessary lifestyle changes are easier to make than you think; losing even 10 – 15 pounds can make all the difference. Start by cutting out fast food, snack foods and soda. Institute a family dinner hour and add 5-9 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as legumes and whole grains such as oatmeal, brown rice or barley to your diet each day.

It’s also important to pursue a more active lifestyle — Mr. Diabetes? recommends walking. “Unless you are severely disabled, walking is something that everyone can do. Start out with a minimum of ten minutes a day and increase the time gradually. In a short time you’ll find you look forward to it. Many families can incorporate a walk before dinner. It’s a great way to catch up with each others’ lives and get healthier at the same time,” says Mandell. “These simple steps can potentially stave off the onset of the disease and will certainly help minimize any of the complications. Of course, before starting any physical fitness program you should always work with your medical team to determine your fitness level.”

Mr. Diabetes? follows his own advice and walks “daily”, checks his blood glucose as many as ten times per day, eats a well balanced diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and has medical oversight. In spite of that, he still suffers from some complications of the disease, including severe neuropathy (loss of feeling in the lower limbs), which requires him to use a walking pole for balance.

“People on the street are now taking THE WALK?, and me, more seriously because 8,000 miles is a pretty significant accomplishment – especially, by a senior citizen and an insulin-dependent diabetic; and no one can take that away. We’ve stuck with it and an amazing team of people behind me have helped make it happen,” he concluded.

Before THE WALK began there wasn’t nearly the focus and awareness about diabetes that exists today. Mandell would like to think that his efforts have had some impact on that. Clearly, THE WALK? has captured the imagination of the public. Mr. Diabetes? has personally talked with tens of thousands of individuals who’ve shared their personal stories – many with tragic outcomes, but he’s also provided a real human face that shows diabetics are neither helpless nor hopeless.

About the Wake Up and Walk Tour

THE WALK? is a 10,000+ mile epic journey of the perimeter of the United States and is now in its 5th year. Defeat Diabetes Foundation Executive Director, Andrew P. Mandell – Mr. Diabetes?, is the sole walker (guest slots are accepted) — You may have seen him in his brightly colored safety vest and walking pole being followed by an SUV that serves as support. He’s walked through 28 states, crossed 80 major rivers, and walked through 4 time zones (twice!), gone through 20 pairs of walking shoes, and 4 Tour Managers. He has personally met and spoken with over 45,000 individuals one-on-one and been honored with 100 Proclamations by Senators, Congressmen, Governors and Mayors. Through appearances at hospitals, schools and civic organizations, and via media outreach he has reached over 50 million Americans; all to create awareness about an insidious epidemic: diabetes. The Mr. Diabetes Wake Up and Walk? Tour will continue through Virginia, the Carolinas, Georgia and Florida before reaching the finish line in Madeira Beach, Florida sometime in the latter part of 2007.

About Diabetes

Over 21 million people have the disease, and nearly one-third of all diabetics are undiagnosed. Another 54 million people are “pre-diabetics” who are unaware they are in danger of developing the disease. Diabetes comes with a host of severe complications, including adult blindness, amputations, heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, Alzheimer’s and a host of other equally devastating problems. Diabetes causes 215,000 deaths annually in the United States alone. More tragic, 90% of the time, Type 2 Diabetes is PREVENTABLE!

About Defeat Diabetes Foundation

Defeat Diabetes Foundation was established in 1990 and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity. Its mission is to inform, educate and alert the general public, diabetics, pre-diabetics and elected officials about the disease, its prevention and the consequences of undiagnosed and/or poorly managed diabetes. The Foundation provides accurate, up-to-date and practical information on the treatment and self-management of the disease, recommends diabetic-friendly products and services on their website and beneficial information through a free monthly online E-Lerts? newsletter. They support public information programs, including the KIDD Project which has provided 3 million Free Defeat Diabetes? Screening Test brochures to 5000 schools in all 50 states, the DAN Project in memory of Dan Kerner, which has produced Public Service Announcements and, of course, The Mr. Diabetes Wake Up and Walk? Tour. For information on diabetes, to take the free screening test or obtain additional information visit: http://www.DefeatDiabetes.org

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Op-Ed: Remembering ‘Robert’ — Social Worker at Philadelphia-area non-profit writes about the emotional toll of Mental Illness

May 13, 2012     No comments

Wayne, PA (PRWEB) October 30, 2011

?Are you sure you want to be alone in the room with him??

I am often asked if I am afraid to do my job and find myself baffled at the question, particularly when it comes from a health care professional. I was particularly frustrated by this question on a recent Friday afternoon when I was visiting my client Robert in the hospital.

What was there to be afraid of? Clearly, their concern was because he has schizophrenia?and yet these are health care professionals trained to work with mentally ill patients.

As Robert?s social worker for the past two and half years, and having worked with adults with schizophrenia and other severe mental illnesses for many years, I have become sensitive to the unfair assumptions that so often plague such individuals. The stigma of this and other complex brain disorders often leads to isolation and disconnectedness, and Robert?s situation was no exception.

A man in his ?50?s, Robert had been living on the streets by his own choice for the few weeks before he was hospitalized, as he hated to be boxed into a system he felt was unfair. He had very strong beliefs about religion, family and rock and roll. He never spoke positively about himself and was distrustful about living in a home where he didn?t always feel safe.

Robert?s connections with his siblings, who tried their best under the difficult strain of having a mentally ill family member, had been tenuous for most of his adult life. I was his social worker, hired by his family because they recognized that they were no longer able to be there for Robert in a way that they once could.

In the two months Robert had spent in the hospital dealing with medical trauma, this was the first visit that I saw a smile on his face, heard him laugh and joke around. Robert asked if his restraints could be removed, so I pleaded on Robert?s behalf for them to release the restraints on his legs during our visit. With much hesitation, they complied. We spent a great deal of time talking?and even reminisced about rock bands he loved, especially the Beatles, Janis Joplin and Bob Dylan.

I left the hospital feeling hopeful for Robert?s recovery. He appeared to have finally turned the corner with his medical issues.

But fate had other plans. Robert passed away the next morning.

I was shocked when I received the news from his sister and found myself filled with sadness. The sadness was magnified on the day of the funeral when the officiating priest, in order to better understand who Robert was, found that he had to ask attendees to share what they knew about him.

No one spoke.

How sad that a man could live 50 years with so few truly knowing him.

In that moment of odd silence, I became keenly aware that I was the primary connection to Robert. Because of the nature of his illness, I was the person who was closest to him in recent years and was fortunate enough to have known who Robert was as a whole person, not just the Robert who was labeled schizophrenic.

I set aside any fear that I had about speaking and quietly walked to the front of the service to paint a full picture of Robert. I shared a statement he made during our final visit, which I later realized was his way of coming to terms with his family and himself:

?Melanie,? he said, ?there comes a time in your life when you?ve done everything you?ve wanted to do. And I think I?m at that point.?

While he may not have understood it to be this way, it was clear to me, on that final Friday visit, that Robert had made peace with some of his conflicting feelings about his family. And, he finally recognized their support.

Speaking at his graveside ceremony was the hardest thing I have ever done, not only during my five years as a Care Manager at PLAN of PA but in my 10-year career as a social worker. However, I was grateful to be able to help his family carry memories of the whole Robert, not just the Robert who was regarded as an unstable homeless man with mental illness.

Rest in peace, Robert. You are missed more than you know.

Melanie Lapierre, MSW, is Clinical Director for PLAN of PA. Robert’s name was changed for privacy purposes.

COMPANY INFORMATION

PLAN of PA (Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of Pennsylvania) is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to serving adults with mental disabilities (including mental illness, autism, intellectual disabilities and brain injury) and their families in the Greater Philadelphia area. By helping families develop long-term care plans for their loved ones, PLAN of PA helps maximize the independence and well-being of their clients, while providing peace of mind and financial certainty for their families.

Athena Software (http://www.AthenaSoftware.net) is a global case management solution provider based out of Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.

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Elements Alerts Parents About Rise in “Study Drug” Abuse and How to Recognize Withdrawal Symptoms from ADHD Medications when College Students Return Home

May 12, 2012     No comments

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) June 24, 2011

Elements Behavioral Health warns parents that more and more college students are abusing study drugs and provides information on how to recognize withdrawal symptoms and signs of addiction when their children return home for the summer. Many college students are exposed to illicit drug use and to prescription drug abuse while they are away at school, which can lead to risky behavior, injury, disease, addiction, and even death.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has reported via its Drug Abuse Warning Network that increased prescribing of ADHD drugs has led to greater access by person without a prescription and that peers are a common source of ADHD medications.

When college students return home for the summer, they are often subject to curfews and other house rules that didn?t apply while they were away. In some cases, students that have become dependent on illicit drugs or prescription medication (such as ?study drugs?) will experience withdrawal symptoms if they can?t continue their substance use while living at home. Others will continue their substance abuse and may exhibit signs of addiction. Being able to recognize these signs and symptoms will help you get your child the treatment they may need as well as prevent future addiction-related problems.

?Study drugs such as Adderall and Ritalin, when taken by someone who doesn?t suffer from attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), act as stimulants. They can cause irritability, insomnia, rapid shifts in emotions, and weight loss,? explains Dr. David Sack, an addiction psychiatrist and CEO of Elements Behavioral Health.

Study drugs allow students to stay up for hours to study without becoming tired. Some students say it increases their ability to focus as well. The drugs are very cheap and easy to obtain, as they are often illicitly sold on campus, sometimes by those who have legitimate prescriptions. Sometimes students will also deceive a physician by reporting symptoms they know will result in a diagnosis of ADHD and a prescription for the medications they want to use as study aids.

?Because these drugs are amphetamine-based, they have a high potential for tolerance and addiction,? warns Dr. Sack. ?Because the neurotransmitter dopamine is released in the brain when these drugs are taken, the brain begins to associate the drugs with a reward and craves more. Periods of extended abuse require increasing amounts of the drug to feel the same effects, which can lead to addiction.?

Serious side effects may also accompany the drugs, including sleep deprivation, loss of appetite, and heart problems. These drugs may also increase blood pressure, which can lead to stroke, heart attack, and sudden death.

Withdrawal and Addiction Symptoms

Symptoms of addiction include secretive behavior, an abrupt change in friends or social circle, changes in personality or attitude, changes in sleeping pattern, frequent lying or evasiveness, and physical signs of being high, such as unusual energy, rapid speech, and tiny pupils.

Withdrawal symptoms from amphetamines include fatigue, depression, increased appetite, anxiety, agitation, excessive sleep, lucid dreams, and even suicidal ideation.

?If you notice that your child is exhibiting a combination of these symptoms, you should talk to him or her candidly about prescription drug abuse,? says Jason Levine, Ph.D., Executive Director of Promises Treatment Centers in West Los Angeles, which specializes in treating young adults with addiction. ?First let your child know that you are aware of changes in their behavior and ask your child if he or she is using drugs of any kind, including prescription drugs. Let your child know that you are concerned for their well-being and that you are willing to do anything to help. Let them know some of the changes in them that you have noticed and keep the communication open. If you are told that there is a problem or you feel that you are not getting direct or honest answers, you should consider seeking the help of professionals? he suggests.

If your child denies the substance abuse but the behaviors persist, you might consider hiring a professional interventionist.

Elements Behavioral Health aims to fill the gaps in mental health treatment between inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services; in co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders; and between traditional and alternative settings to help clients that are underweight or overweight due to eating-related and other issues. The goal is for full recovery and well-being with permanent lifestyle improvement and change, and not just symptom reduction. Our focus is not only on the patient, but on the health and support of the family system. Promises Treatment Centers has addiction treatment centers in West Los Angeles and Malibu, California. The Ranch offers treatment for substance abuse, eating disorders, and PTSD on a working ranch outside Nashville, Tennessee. To learn more about Promises visit http://www.promises.com. To learn more about Elements Behavioral Health visit http://www.elementsbehavioralhealth.com. To learn more about treatment options or for a referral to an interventionist call our Recovery Referral Center at 877-351-7506.

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New Education about Eye Care for Children on Sharon Kleyne Hour Power of Water

May 10, 2012     No comments


Grants Pass, OR (PRWEB) January 11, 2012

Sharon Kleyne, host of the Sharon Kleyne Hour Power of Water syndicated radio talk show, recently interviewed Marguerite McDonald, MD about pediatric eye care and what every parent should know about preventing low vision and blindness in children. The interview may be heard on-demand on World Talk Radio, Voice America, Green Talk Network and Apple iTunes and Twitter.

Sharon noted that according to the World Health Organization, there are 1.4 million blind children in the world, and many more with low vision. Three-fourths of blind children live in the poorest regions of Africa and Asia, where 80% of blindness is preventable or correctable.

Major causes of childhood blindness in wealthy countries include genetic disorders, and lesions of the optic nerve and higher vision centers. In poor countries, blindness may be caused by measles (preventable), Vitamin A deficiency (preventable), harmful folk remedies (preventable), cataracts (curable), retinopathy of prematurity (curable), glaucoma (treatable), retinoblastoma (the eye usually can’t be saved but the life can) and infections such as conjunctivitis (curable). Causes of low vision include amblyopia (curable), strobismus (curable), nearsightedness (correctable) and developmental problems.

Sharon Kleyne, Marguerite McDonald and the World Health Organization agree that education is the key to preventing low vision and blindness in children. Frequent eye exams and the availability of medical care are most effective when parents are educated about the need for eye screenings and exams, and about what to look for in a child’s visual development.

Dr. McDonald believes that eyes are the most important organ in relating to the outside world. And yet there is much less education available on eye care than with most other health areas. Sharon Kleyne agreed. According to studies by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, sponsor of the “EyeSmart” campaign, Americans know virtually nothing about eye care.

Marguerite McDonald noted that the better hospitals routinely test infant vision. If there are no problems, they probably won’t mention it. All babies should have a pediatric eye exam because with conditions such as lazy eye, pediatric cataract (present in one birth in 50) or glaucoma, the earlier they are caught, the easier they are to correct. These conditions all cause the eye to send incorrect messages to the brain. When the brain begins ignoring messages from the bad eye, correction becomes far more difficult

Sharon asked about eye and brain communication. According to Dr. McDonald, the retina is actually part of the brain. Eye-to-brain pathways begin developing immediately after birth and it is critical that the baby’s eyes send correct messages. She notes that vision is, in large part, learned behavior (the ability to interpret what you see and to fill in the blanks), and poor vision in childhood can lead to learning and behavior problems.

Dr. McDonald notes that most schools have vision screening programs and are able to detect poor vision because they need only a simple eye chart. Diseases such as dry eye or glaucoma are much harder to detect and a doctor is required. However, an educated and observant parent is always the first line of defense.

Sharon Kleyne Hour Power of Water is sponsored by Bio-Logic Aqua Research and Nature’s Tears? EyeMist?, a hand-held personal all-natural water humidifying device. Nature?s Tears? EyeMist? is available at http://www.BioLogicAqua.com, Amazon.com, drugstore.com and selected drugstores nationwide.

Listen to the Sharon Kleyne Hour Power of Water Mondays, 10 a.m., PST/PDT. The syndicated radio talk show is heard on Voice America/World Talk Radio, Green Talk Network and Apple iTunes. Go to http://www.SharonKleyneHour.com for written summaries and on-demand replays. Also visit http://www.naturestears.com, http://whatistheeye.wordpress.com, “Nature’s Tears EyeMist” on Facebook and “Bio-Logic Aqua” on Twitter.

? 2012 Bio-Logic Aqua Research

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The NFEC Addresses Concerns About Linking Financial Illiteracy to Drug Use in Latest Financial Education PSA

May 09, 2012     No comments


Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 03, 2012

There is a close link between financial illiteracy and drug use, according to the National Financial Educators Council. Financial issues are a leading cause of stress; and stress is a leading cause of unhealthy coping behaviors. ?Drug use and alcoholism have direct ties to one?s financial stress, and lacking a financial education can contribute to ones monitary worries,? states Vince Shorb of the NFEC.

The Hanley Center, a drug and alcohol treatment and recovery center acquired by Caron Treatment Centers, confirms the NFEC?s statement. They found economic stress, financial stress and retirement were also cited as contributing factors to dependency. Although the aforementioned organization show a connection between drug abuse and personal finances, the NFEC contends that parents are doing little to proactively address the problem.

According to a national study by the Partnership for a Drug-Free America, 98% of parents in America say they’ve talked with their children about drugs; however, only 27% of teens say they’re learning a lot at home about the risks of drugs. A recent Huffington Post article noted, ?While parents seem to agree that having the “drug talk” is relatively easy to do, having a meaningful conversation about money is harder. Much harder. According to a new study from investment firm T. Rowe Price, only 7 percent of parents said the drug talk was hard to have, but that number jumped to nearly 20 percent when parents were asked about how it felt to talk to their kids about money.?

Besides encouraging parents to have ?The Talk? with their kids about personal finance topics, this campaign provides complimentary money management material as part of the Financial EduNation Campaign. This initiative provides resources for educator, parents, individuals, the community and money management for kids material.

The NFECs? Financial EduNation Campaign provides financial literacy resources as it raises awareness about the financial literacy movement. The Talk PSA is part of the Financial EduNation Campaign and seeks to motivate parents to have ?the money talk? with their kids about money.

Aaron Meyers Photography provided the youth photos and creative design for The Talk financial education awareness campaign. ?We thank Aaron Meyers for his passion for the financial literacy movement and vision in creating a campaign that will encourage parents and others teach kids about money,? states Vince Shorb of the NFEC.

The National Financial Educators Council is a social enterprise organization dedicated to improving the financial capability of people around the world. The NFECs? Financial EduNation Campaign delivers a high-profile awareness campaign that features The Talk financial literacy PSA and top celebrities to build momentum for the financial literacy movement. This campaign also provides financial literacy resources, tools and training to assist schools and non-profit organizations to share the message of financial literacy with people in their community.







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Saint Jude Retreats Raises Awareness About “Addiction”

May 05, 2012     No comments


Amsterdam, NY (PRWEB) May 01, 2012

Saint Jude Retreats, today’s leading alternative program to drug and alcohol rehab announces tips the public should know about addiction.

Realizing The Choice: First off, Saint Jude’s educates guests that addiction means nothing other than a devotion. The practices at Saint Jude’s also embraces the idea that substance users choose to partake in alcohol and drug use because they enjoy the feeling associated with them, not because they are addicted to a substance. Ultimately a drug or alcohol user is responsible for their deliberate and conscious behavior. Schaler 2000 xv. Guests at Saint Jude Retreats are not referred to as addicts or victims of addiction, because the disease is not real.

Almost every action that a human being does requires a conscious decision. Humans consciously talk, shop, eat, exercise and so on. Everything humans do is by choice, there are few actions that do not involve thinking about them before the actions are completed. According to alternative drug and alcohol rehab viewpoints, the choice to drink or use drugs has always been in the user’s control, sometimes the substance user needs an eye-opener to see the truth in this perspective.

Substance Users Are Not Powerless: 12 step treatments such as AA, do tell members during treatment that the only way to become rid of the disease of addiction is to surrender to a higher power, and that alone is how they will regain their normal life. 12 step forms of alcohol and drug rehab also encourage the idea that each individual is powerless over alcohol and drugs. Stanton Peele, Addiction Specialist, reveals in his book, 7 Tools to Beat Addiction, “treatment in the United States is geared primarily toward teaching people to believe something that makes it more likely they will relapse!” However if an individual enrolled in 12 step treatment begins stating they are uncomfortable with powerlessness, the person will be told they are in denial and will not be able to overcome their substance abuse without admitting they are powerless.?

On the other hand, the St. Jude Program’s alternative view gives individuals the power to think for themselves, and reinforces that substance users can live any life they choose. This choice is driven through self-efficacy, which is the personal belief to be able to succeed in certain situations. Self-efficacy has a major influence on how individuals approach certain challenges and goals.?

Over the years psychologists and scientists studying “addiction” have found similar results that proves alternative alcohol and drug rehab methods, such as Saint Jude’s, are more effective. Psychological theories and research indicate that it is more empowering and successful for a person to believe in?and to value?their own strength. In this view, the critical element in the cure of addiction is for a person to develop their own sense of self-efficacy. (Peele, Ch 2)

Replacing Bad Habits With New Ones: The brain can retrain itself which is the number one reason why the addiction theory of disease is flawed. Bad habits can be replaced with positive ones such as: a person who comes home after work and immediately sits down to watch their favorite show while snacking. This behavior becomes a daily ritual but the behavior will be now replaced by a trip to the gym after work instead of snacking. This substitution daily can lead to a retrained habit that overtime will take the place of the former one. This type of behavior change can be directly applied to substance users habits with drug and alcohol. At Saint Jude’s users will replace substance with goals and dreams and will be given valuable tools which will lead to ultimate success.

About Saint Jude Retreats: Saint Jude Retreats is a drug and alcohol social education center headquartered in Amsterdam, New York. It is an effective alternative to alcohol rehab and drug treatment centers. Saint Jude Retreats has been helping people overcome alcohol and substance use through Cognitive Behavioral EducationSM (CBE) since opening its doors in 1992. CBE and the Saint Jude Retreats program are endorsed by alcohol and drug program internationally acclaimed professionals, such as Dr. Stanton Peele, PhD, Prof. Emeritus David Hanson, PhD; Prof. David Rudy, PhD; Dr. Joy Browne and the late Joseph Vacca, PhD, among others.

?Cherry, Kendra. “Self-Efficacy – Psychology Definition of the Week.” About.com Psychology. About.com Guide, 2 Sept. 2011. Web. 30 Apr. 2012.

?Peele, Stanton. 7 Tools to Beat Addiction. New York: Three Rivers, 2004. Print.

Schaler, Jeffrey A. Addiction Is a Choice. Chicago, IL: Open Court, 2000. 37. Print.







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Dr. Larry Shapiro, Top Florida Hair Transplant Physician, to Lecture in Orlando at A4M about Help Hair Shake and in Rome, Italy about S.H.A.P.I.R.O. Chart

May 03, 2012     No comments

Delray Beach, FL (PRWEB) April 30, 2012

Dr. Larry Shapiro is one of the few physicians who will lecture about the diagnosis and prevention of hair loss at the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)’s 20th Annual World Anti-Aging Congress May 17-19 in Orlando, Florida. He will introduce the S.H.A.P.I.R.O. Chart, which shows the biochemical pathways involved in hair loss. This chart helps physicians give patients a “Low Anabolic Profile” to help reduce hair loss. He will discuss research on how anabolics — such as anabolic steroids, DHEA, Andro, growth hormones, creatine, and Whey Protein Isolate — can trigger or aggravate hair loss. And he will introduce his newest product to the Help Hair(R) line, ShakeMD Whey Protein Concentrate — a nutritional supplement that contains nutrients selected for working out and healthier hair. Over 800 patients have used Help Hair(R) Shake and products successfully to help reduce hair loss and help hair grow in more quickly after a hair transplant.

At 3 PM on May 18, Dr. Shapiro will hold a book signing of “Fight Hair Loss and Win! Dr. Shapiro’s All-Natural 4-Step Program” at booth 100. The first 50 visitors will receive a free, autographed copy of Dr. Shapiro’s ground-breaking book about preventing and mitigating the most obvious symptom of aging: hair loss. A free copy of the book can be reserved in advance of the event by calling Dr. Shapiro’s office at 1-800-799-4247.

A4M is non-profit with 24,000+ member physicians, health practitioners, scientists, and governmental officials, as well as members from all over the world, including actress and anti-aging advocate Suzanne Somers. The organization advances technology to detect, prevent, and treat aging related disease, and promotes research into methods to delay and optimize the aging process. The event will include Suzanne Somer’s lecture on BHRT, anti-aging medicine, stem-cell therapies, chemo-free cancer cures, and obesity, and Dr. Larry Shapiro’s lecture (1 PM on Friday May 18) about LAP (Low Anabolic Profile) and assessing a patients’ overall hair loss situation.

One week after the A4M congress, Dr. L. Shapiro will present his work at the 14th Annual International ISHR Congress in Italy during sessions titled “Low Anabolic Profile in Assessing a Patient?s Overall Hair Loss Program” and “Can EWPC shorten the Dormancy After a Hair Transplant?” He will also co-moderate a session on “The Clinical Treatment of Alopecia (Hair Loss).” This conference brings together hair restoration doctors from all parts of the globe. At the meeting, presenters and attendees will review current hair transplant techniques and investigate innovations in the area.

Dr. Larry Shapiro is a hair transplant doctor who practices in Delray Beach, South Florida, USA. He has performed over 11,000 hair transplants and developed a line of “Help Hair” products designed to improve hair. Dr. L. Shapiro conducted a user study on the effects of his Whey Protein Concentrate-based shake versus Whey Protein Isolate on the quality of hair. He also did a research study on how his shake reduced the length of the “dormancy” period after a hair transplant, creating much faster results. He has researched how substances that affect hormones (anabolics) can trigger or accelerate hair loss.

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OCD Georgia, Inc. to Provide Resources and Education about OCD

April 29, 2012     No comments

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) October 03, 2011

OCD Georgia, Inc., http://www.ocdgeorgia.org, the official Georgia affiliate of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), launches this month to increase awareness of OCD and related disorders in Georgia, with the goal of helping to reduce the time it takes people suffering from OCD to find the right treatment.

Obsessive compulsive disorder, or OCD, is estimated to affect 4 million people in the United States. According to The International OCD Foundation, http://www.ocfoundation.org, individuals with OCD can spend on average between 14 and 17 years from the time OCD symptoms begin until they receive effective treatment ? years of needless suffering and anxiety.

IOCDF affiliates carry out the Foundation?s mission through programs at the local, community level.

?There are so many people in Georgia who have not received the appropriate treatment for OCD or who have not even been properly diagnosed,? said Dr. Rebecca Beaton, co-founder and president of OCD Georgia, Inc. ?Through educational programming and outreach activities, the goal of OCD Georgia, Inc. is to raise awareness of OCD at the local level and assist people in getting effective treatment faster.?

OCD Georgia?s first event is a workshop for mental health professionals entitled ?Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: The Latest Research & Treatment.? This event will be held during OCD Awareness Week on Friday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 1640 Powers Ferry Road, Building 9, Suite 100 in Marietta, GA 30067. The Anxiety & Stress Management Institute is a co-sponsor and all proceeds will support OCD Georgia. To register for this event, please visit http://www.stressmgt.net/asmi_ocd_workshop.htm.

?We are thrilled that OCD Georgia has joined our growing family of affiliates,? said Jeff Szymanski, Ph.D., executive director of the International OCD Foundation. ?Providing resources at the local level is crucial to improving care and support for OCD sufferers. We look forward to working with OCD Georgia as it develops programming across the state.?

About OCD Georgia, Inc.

OCD Georgia, Inc., the Georgia affiliate of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), was founded in 2011 to increase awareness of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and its treatment, provide information to Georgians with OCD and related disorders and their families and friends, and offer OCD educational and outreach programs to mental health professionals and the Georgia community. Through providing resources at the local level, the goal of OCD Georgia is to help reduce the time it takes people suffering from OCD to find the right treatment. For more information or to become involved with OCD Georgia, please visit http://www.ocdgeorgia.org or call 404-884-8042.

About The International OCD Foundation

The International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) is the foremost resource about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related illnesses. It is an international organization that exists to raise awareness among policy makers and the general public about OCD, educate the mental health community about the latest treatments and research, connect people suffering from OCD with treatment providers, and advance research for more effective treatments. Based in Boston, the IOCDF has affiliates in 16 states and in Washington DC and Puerto Rico. The IOCDF was founded as the Obsessive Compulsive Foundation in 1986 by a dozen OCD patients at Yale. Now in its 25th year, the organization has a $ 1 million annual operating budget, has granted millions of dollars for treatment research, and is a resource for tens of thousands of people. For more information, visit http://www.ocfoundation.org.

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Oil Tank Removal Expert From Vancouver Warns Burnaby Residents About Oil Spills This Spring Due to Heavy Rainfall

April 28, 2012     No comments


Burnaby (PRWEB) April 19, 2012

In a video interview taken earlier this month, a well-known oil tank removal expert Fabio Chiesa has expressed his concerns about an increase in potential for oil spills in Burnaby and the surrounding areas as a result of this spring’s rainfall.

Fabio is the owner of CERC Oil Tank Removal Vancouver, a company providing top class oil tank removal service for households and commercial properties in this part of the country for more than 20 years. His company also provides their high quality service for contaminated soil remediation, soil testing and sampling, pumping, cleaning, and filling.

In the video interview, Fabio has requested the residents of Burnaby to keep an eye out for the signs of oil leakage which, due to rising water levels and heavy rainfall, become most apparent at this time of year. Spillage takes place when the oil comes out to the surface as water enters the oil tanks. This type of oil spillage poses health risks for children and people with chemical sensitivities and asthma.

Also, tanks pitted with corrosion are known to leak substantial amounts of oil into the ground over time. This most often becomes apparent during the months of increased rainfall as the rain saturates the ground forcing the lighter-than-water oil to float up to the surface.

Apparently covering the area surrounding the Underground Storage Tank (UST) with a tarp is a very temporary solution that might buy a homeowner just a day or two before the oil rises to the surface. The best strategy, as explained in the video, is to ensure that the exposed fill pipe is capped, and that any oil pushed to the surface is treated with absorbent pads or kitty litter to minimize exposure to strong odours.

“This may very well be the last year that homeowners in Burnaby have the advantage of not having to pay for soil testing. The time to act is now…” warns Fabio as the climate of changing by-laws across the Lower Mainland, previously reported on their website indicates a likely rise in tank removal prices in near future.

To find out more about the dangers heavy rainfalls pose to the Burnaby residents, the full video interview with Fabio Chiesa is available at http://www.cerctankremoval.ca/burnaby-oil-tank-spills/

About the Company: CERC Oil Tank Removal Vancouver is a company that has been committed to providing eco-friendly oil tank removal and associated services in and around Greater Vancouver for more than two decades. Fabio Chiesa is the company owner and he frequently writes about the dangers of oil spills on his company website.







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