Inhalant and Process Addiction Researchers believe that there are similarities and differences between behavioral and substance addiction. The similarities and differences are identified through the diagnostic symptoms of addicts. Process addiction can be stimulated by any habit that changes to an obligation. The victim becomes so committed to a particular behavior that they can not go for long durations without repeatedly engaging in it (Thombs & Osborn, 2019). Usually, it is a way of seeking psychological satisfaction. Substance addicts share the same traits, only that their source of addiction is drugs. Often, addiction is viewed as physical dependence characterized by symptoms such as withdrawal (Earp, Wudarczyk, Foddy, & Savulescu, 2017). A person must exhibit such symptoms for them be diagnosed with an addiction disorder. Behavioral addiction can occur with all negative consequences associated with addiction and hurt a person’s life. The main difference between substance and process addiction is the physical issues that people engaging in substance abuse get. In most cases, process addiction does not leave any physical evidence in the addicts. This is because process addiction is…
Social Analysis Report: Mental Health Stigma Introduction Mental health stigma has become an increasingly debilitating epidemic all over the world. It is defined as the negative stereotypes associated with people who suffer from mental illnesses and the labels forced upon them from a systemic, societal perspective. For example, people who are diagnosed with schizophrenia are often referred to as ‘crazy’, assumed to be ‘homeless’ and ‘hear voices’. These labels, stereotypes and stigmatized ways of thinking, are dramatically affecting the world we live in, negatively. People diagnosed with mental illnesses often experience extreme ostracism and shame, and “often describe the consequences of mental health stigma as worse than those of the condition itself.” (…) This harrowing but authentic truth is plaguing our families, friends, and communities and can be identified as a devastating social problem, as it is widespread and the solution is far beyond the reach of individual choice. It requires collective action, advocacy and needs to be addressed on a social level to change, as it is rooted in years and years of traditionalistic and archaic belief systems that…
Different Types of Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures Cosmetic dentistry involves general mouth care to improve the appearance of the smile, mouth, and teeth. According to Dr. Travis Spillman, a cosmetic dentistry specialist at Spillman Family Dental in Rockwall, TX, cosmetic dentistry procedures primarily focus on the improvement of teeth looks and smiles. In contrast, general dentistry helps in treating various oral complications. In most cases, these procedures are used for aesthetic reasons but can have therapeutic benefits too. Here are the most common cosmetic dentistry procedures today. Inlays and Onlays They are also referred to as indirect fillings and are made in a dental laboratory using porcelain, gold, or composite materials. The fillings are molded in to place by a professional dentist. They are called onlays when the fillings cover the biting surface of teeth or involve one or two points of a tooth. When the fillings are bonded within the center of the teeth, they are called inlays. They also serve as alternatives for crowns, as they help to preserve and maintain healthy teeth. Charges for cosmetic dentistry are applied…
Current trends of Tuberculosis infection Tuberculosis is among the many infectious diseases affecting both already developed and developing countries in the world.1, 2,3 Research shows that infectious diseases are continuing to emerge and remerge every year. Internationally, various factors contribute to the emergence of different infectious diseases threatening human life. These factors that influence the spreading of new pathogens include aging, globalization, urbanization, tourism, and change of climate.4 Tuberculosis infection is an air transmitted disease that causes the effect on the breathing system of humans. Mycobacterium is a pathogenic organism that influences tuberculosis (TB) infection. The germ associated occurs and cause-effect when the microscopic agents of untreated TB form are transmitted from one person to the other through air spit, sneeze, and cough.1,2,3,5 Notably, the emergence and re-emergence of TB infection in the World are still high, and studies indicate there is an increase in the mortality rate of TB infected people globally.1,2,3 Particularly, the morbidity and mortality rate of TB infection in the United States has been decreasing for the past three years. Between 2016 and 2017, TB cases…
Legal and Ethical Consideration for Group and family therapy Family therapy and individual therapy are virtuous forms of therapy treatments. They create a tactic of understanding and treating human behaviors. The group, family, and individuals forms of treatment are sensitive; they require the therapist to uphold and maintain all the ethics and by-laws according to the medical and mental health professionals. A healthy therapeutic relation upholds confidentiality while effective treatment relies highly on ethical values of autonomy and faithfulness. Also, it partially depends on benevolence and no maleficence. In individual therapy, the most complex dilemma for therapists involves confidentiality. The dilemma becomes more complex when offering a family or group therapy. Family and group therapies are effective and curative ways of psychological treatment; however, cases of confidentiality are more compared to individual therapy. The reason is that information is not only offered to the therapist but also other members of the group. There is no assurance that all group members will uphold the information confidential (Nicholas, 2014). According to the research, the group therapy members expect it to…
The coronavirus health risk The Mortgage News Daily has revealed that the average rate on the popular 30-year fixed mortgage hit 3.34% on Monday. This rate is particularly a concern for borrowers controlling strong credit scores and financials as well. The Mortgage News Daily chief operating officer, Matthew Graham, has already shown that the aggressive lenders are currently at 3.25%, while the ordinary lenders will be at 3.375% as their new going rate. Moreover, the Mortgage Bankers Association has revealed that the home loan refinances applications have hiked up to about 165% annually. How has the home refinanced negatively contributed to the stagnation of the housing market? The coronavirus health risk has considerably and negatively affected the financial markets; for instance, pushing the 10-year treasury yield of the U.S bonds to eight-year low yields. The current rate situation is speculated to worsen mainly if the pandemic doesn’t find a reliable control method quickly. The 3.34% rate was witnessed in a single day back in 2016 summer before further messing up with the fall. Back in 2012, tariffs were moderately…
factors that affect demand in a healthcare system The marketers in the healthcare industry need to understand the perceptions they have of the products they offer in the market. These will give them the prowess in understanding what the customer wants. Healthcare sellers need to know the decisions of consumers, their choices in lifestyle, how they adhere to treatment regimens, and how they select their healthcare providers. The above is always the factors that affect demand in a healthcare system. Pest analysis is an excellent tool during strategic planning in healthcare organizations. It is because, with the best strategies, the organization is placed in a unique position to gain success. The Pest analysis is based on the external factors of the organization. The Pest analysis is sometimes combined with SWOT analysis, which considers the internal elements of the organization. One of the factors included in the report is political factors. In the political sphere, tax legislation, employment regulations, and consumer protection are some of the elements involved that could impact the healthcare system. Changes in tax policies may…
How to Clean Your Mattress for a Better Night’s Sleep You are most likely guilty of overlooking the task of washing your mattress. Yet, the quality of your sleep hugely depends on your sleeping surface. Besides, deep cleaning around the house will never be complete without tending to your bed. When it comes to maintenance of your mattress, most people assume that changing the sheets and rotating the bed is enough. But you need to do a TLC on your bed now and then. Besides, it is your investment, and you want it to last for years. Mattresses can harbor dirt, bedbugs, and dust mites, which you need to eliminate regularly. Thus, mattress cleaning is a necessity, especially if you have allergies or you let your pet in your bed. If your mattress demands a little love, below are tips on cleaning it up. Vacuum It You should use the upholstery attachment when cleaning your mattress. Start by taking out the mattress cover and the bedsheets sheets for washing. Since the mattress could also have bedbugs, you should have a…
The withdrawal of a life-sustaining treatment The withdrawal of a life-sustaining treatment habitually tends to be very challenging for the caregivers, patients, along with their family members. Under extreme conditions, when the life of the patients seems not to bear fruit after exhausting all the available, caregivers and the family members of the patient are usually in a great dilemma on whether to withdraw the patient from the life-supporting machine to alleviate the client from much pain and suffering. The topic has raised a hot debate where some groups of people support the withdrawal of life support of patients, while others oppose the practice basing their argument that it is not morally right. While working as an emergency medical technician several years ago, I witness the pain and anguish experienced by the family of a patient with the problem of the dead brain and the difficulty they had in resolving to end the life of the client by withdrawing life support. Based on the encounter, I would stand firm in supporting the removal of life support for patients to relieve…
Universal healthcare Universal healthcare is a necessity to everyone as it plays a major role in ensuring a healthy society although the needs of individuals costs of the healthcare may vary differently. Everyone should be entitled to excellent and efficient medical attention. Medical attention should be availed to everybody without a basis on their ethnic groups, social classes, and their religion. Nevertheless, this is not always the case: people get medical attention depending on the various base. Social classes, education, races, beliefs play a vital role in the type of medical services one is going to get. Everybody is supposed to access health care universally without any discrimination depending on any basis. The funny bit is that the kind of illness we get contracted with does not select who to attack or who not to attack (Yates, 2009). The funny bit about us humans is that when it comes to treatment, we all, if not all, most of us always become selective. The health organizations, that is, the hospitals, the clinics, and the pharmacies, sort us according to our statuses.…