Panic Disorder Introduction Panic disorder may be defined as a condition in which a person experiences repeating unexpected panic attacks. A panic attack may be defined as sudden feelings of discomfort or intense fear, which increases significantly within minutes after the first experience. Panic attacks commonly start during the late adolescent stage and early adulthood. Panic attacks in people with panic disorder may last for about 15 minutes. Under severe conditions, they may last for as long as one hour. The feelings of fear and discomfort in people with panic disorder are commonly disproportionate to the degree of danger the person is exposed to. The experiences of panic attacks vary from person to person. The symptoms also vary significantly. This paper discusses causes, symptoms, and self-help techniques for panic disorder. Causes of Panic Disorder There are no definite causes of panic attacks. However, according to Fentz et al. (2014), the disorder appears to run in some families (Fentz et al., 2014). Some significant life transitions, such as getting married and graduating from college, are also believed to be substantial causes…
How to Build a Stronger Brand Image in a Mobile Marketing Environment in Saint Lucia Abstract Introduction: Mobile technology is one that has had a significant impact on the business and market environment, giving firms competitive advantage and higher profitability in the mobile marketing business environment. The increased competition in business ventures in Saint Lucia calls for practical efforts to establish strategies that would enhance effective branding and customer satisfaction. Research Topic: How to Build a Stronger Brand Image in a Mobile Marketing Environment in Saint Lucia Research objectives: The primary aim of this study was to determine ways of building a stronger brand image in a mobile marketing environment in Saint Lucia. Study Participants: the population of the study consisted of mobile phone users in Saint Lucia. One hundred and ten study participants were selected using a convenience sampling method. Research Methodology: the major data collection tool for primary data was questionnaires. Inferential statistics and descriptive statistics methods were used to analyze data. Results: The study found that there was a positive relationship between customer satisfaction and perceived quality…
Cardiovascular system The assessment of the vascular system remains to be one of the most prevalent encounters for nurses in a healthcare organization. Cardiovascular disorders are common cases in infants, children, adults, pregnant women, and even the elderly generation. Different people may exhibit different symptoms of vascular disorders. As such, nurses need to be highly skilled in conducting patient assessments to deliver effective treatment. Structure and function of the cardiovascular system The cardiovascular system is made up of the heart, blood as well as pulmonary and systemic circulations. Its primary function is to transport blood to all parts of the body through the blood vessels. Blood in these vessels carries oxygen and nutrients required by the body and removes waste products and carbon (iv) oxide from body tissues. The arteries carry blood rich in oxygen and nutrients at high pressure to all body tissues while the veins carry blood rich in waste products and at a lower pressure (Raju & Madala, 2006). It made possible by the powerful functioning of the heart, which serves as a pump to force blood…
Blissful Living Chapter 7 The title “Connection to All Living Things” ass used by the author is demonstrative of the nature of human relationships in a universe comprising of other creatures, particularly fellow humans. Notably, every individual, as an entity, is affected by the presence of all other people, whether implied or expressly. In this regard, the actions of a person, irrespective of how autonomous they may appear, are in one way or another influenced by past or present interactions with others. Therefore, the writer of the chapter chose the title to validate how human beings and their relationships are connected to other living creatures. There are notable hindrances that have affected my ability to form mental discipline and focus on current experiences. I have noticed the syndrome of a restless mind, which often wanders through past encounters or future fantasies, hence missing out on current affairs. The obstacle has been notable in my past interactions with others, who sometimes accuse me of being absent-minded. For instance, I have experienced instances where I focus on a single element of a…
Anxieties Disorders Discussion Anxiety disorders are a combination of distress and mental illness. Most of them are characterized by lack of sleep, chest pain, dry mouth, short breath, irregular heartbeats, and others. There are specific disorders such as panic disorders, which makes one feel as if they are having a heart attack and are characterized by sweating. Other anxiety disorders such as social anxiety make the victims self-conscious about their daily interactions with the public. Sometimes patients with anxiety disorders feel like they are being judged or harassed by others. Anxiety disorders do not have specific causes, but researchers point out that changes in the environment, the brain or genes may be the cause (WebMD, 2003). A doctor’s diagnostics may sometimes help establish the origin of the anxiety disorder, although lab tests are not sufficient in diagnosing these disorders. Most patients are usually sent to mental health specialists such as psychologists or psychiatrists who have predefined questions for patients to determine if they have anxiety disorders or not. Sometimes anticonvulsant drugs are prescribed for these patients to lower their…
Sports and gender The UNESCO international charter on physical education and sport affirms that “the practice physical education and sport is a fundamental right for all.” Gender has been an important category of analysis in the understanding of sports. The concept of gender has in the past been used when determining the inclusion or exclusion of women in sports. These views seek to reflect the biological difference between the two genders claiming that men are inherently strong, aggressive and competitive making them better suited to sports as compared to women. In recent days, the participation of transgender athletes among their gender identities has been widely questioned among various sports organizations and institutions. The thesis of this paper is to answer the question of whether transgender athletes should be allowed to compete against female athletes in sports. There have been several concerns raised on transgender female individuals’ participation in sports alongside their gender entity (Bal, 2011). Several critics have argued that transgender female individuals have an athletic sporting advantage acquired from the presence of testosterone hormones in their bodies (Jones…
Antidepressant medication effects Introduction The role of antidepressant medication and how it works Antidepressant are mostly used by those with depression, it is prescribed to people with conditions including chronic pain syndrome, eating disoders,substance abuse and post-traumatic stress disorders.one among every ten people with age over 12 is believed to be using this medication in US. Though medication of antidepressant is seen as useful since it is in one way effective and useful, it has side effects which leave those using them in confusion. This results to great threat as far as community public health is concerned, the people get very clear information about how they are used from their doctors they are taken orally, for instance the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor are responsible in binding serotonin transporter i.e. in brain a molecule regulating serotonin,this prevents the neurons from absorbing the serotonin and it builds up serotonin outside the neuron. Generally it is very interesting how they work they ensure balance of serotonin in the brain this makes it to be more concentrated in the outside part of the neuron…
The Space Explorers Program at the Centre for Planetary Science and Exploration Abstract The center for planetary science and exploration (CPSX) offers a public education and outreach program referred to as the Space Explorers Program. The goal of CPSX is to strengthen and grow the Canadian Space Community by providing inspiration and training of the next generation of scientists and engineers. The space explorers program was inaugurated in 2016 to provide science and technology-themed programming on-campus and for the rest of the school calendar Keywords: Centre for Planetary Science and Exploration (CPSX), space explorers program, Space Explorers Camp The Space Explorers Program at the Centre for Planetary Science and Exploration Since the launch of the program, the program has undergone steady growth with further developments and expansion of the program with a concentration on space exploration and planetary science. The program offered can be categorized into: I) public events and activities II) training, and III) school visits. This program targets children between the ages of 9 to 14. The participants get involved in hands-on activities and…
Addressing yoga questions Yoga involves the mental spiritual and other physical activities which originated from ancient India. This is a discipline which develops and perfects the inherent power in someone and a sensible manner. Yoga is the best means for someone to reach one’s self-realization. It is considered suppression of mind alteration. Forward bending assists in calming the brain, kidney stimulation, stretching hamstring and thigh strengthening. It also assists in improving digestions. Backward bending: This assists in waking up the nervous system it also assists in stimulating breathing and assist in healing the spine and its surrounding cartilages. The side bend; this ensures overall body balance. It assists in the lengthening of the hips, thigh and the abdominal muscles and provides stability. Muscle twisting: this assist in ensuring that the muscles of the spine are mobile, thus helps in keeping the whole body mobile. The downward-facing dogs-pose- the Adho mukha savasana. The handstand pose. Importance of mantra: this is a meditation which tends to bring about the general balance of the mind. It assists in clearing the mind…
Wasteful Spending in Healthcare Wasteful spending in healthcare in the United States is a significant source of concern for both policymakers and the American public. It is estimated that the nation spends over $3.5 trillion on healthcare annually. Unfortunately, up to 20 percent of this amount could end up wasted. Indeed, the annual costs of wasteful spending compare to the government’s spending on Medicare, and these costs exceed total government spending on primary and secondary education. Thus the nation’s economy would greatly benefit from curtailing these losses. All the sources of wasteful spending in the health sector must be closely identified to avoid further damage. Among the main culprits of wasteful spending in healthcare include administrative costs, exorbitant prices (including the prices of drugs), and hospital consolidation. Concerning these three factors, this discussion aims to establish the source of inefficiency in these critical areas. The possible solutions for addressing the issues entirely and permanently will also be provided. The arguments presented in this discussion will defend the proposition that – despite having the world’s most expensive healthcare system, the…