Welcome back to the children’s novel series! In a previous post we discussed The Jelly Donut Difference, a book that brings to light different social issues, values, virtues, and the idea of spreading kindness. In this section of this series we will dive into Masked Ninja, part of the Ninja Series by Mary Nhin. About... Continue Reading →
Depression That Comes With Rheumatoid Arthritis
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) ? Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder, it occurs when the immune system attacks its own body tissues. RA affects the lining of the joints, causing pain and inflammation that can later result in joint deformity. In addition RA causes pain, stiff joints, fatigue, and it can also lead... Continue Reading →
Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2020: October 1 – October 31
What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form in the tissues of the breast. Breast Cancer Symptoms: Lump or mass in the breastSwelling of all or part of the breastSkin irritation Facts about Breast Cancer: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American womenThere are over 3.5 million... Continue Reading →
Yo me cuido 1 de octubre al 31 de octubre
¿Qué es el cáncer de mama? El cáncer de mama es una enfermedad en la que se forman células cancerosas en los tejidos del seno. Síntomas del cáncer de mama: Bulto o masa en el senoHinchazón de todo o parte del senoIrritación de la piel Datos importante sobre el cáncer de mama: El cáncer de... Continue Reading →
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
Now that the kids are back to school, it is important to remember that it is normal for a child to experience trouble focusing on something especially if they have no interest in it, such as school. Just like it can also be difficult for a child to behave negatively anywhere because they may not... Continue Reading →
What is an addiction?
What is an addiction? According to the American Psychiatric Association, Addiction is a brain disease that is expressed by compulsive substance use. An individual suffering from an addiction has an urge on using a certain substance(s), such as drugs or alcohol. There are many reasons why people begin to abuse a substance(s), including: feeling pleasure,... Continue Reading →
¿Qué es una adicción?
Según la Asociación Estadounidense de Psiquiatría, la adicción es una enfermedad cerebral que se expresa mediante el uso compulsivo de sustancias. Una persona que sufre de una adicción siente la necesidad de consumir ciertas sustancias, como drogas o alcohol. Hay muchas razones por las que las personas comienzan a abusar de una (s) sustancia (s),... Continue Reading →
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
According to Psychology Today, Anxiety is feelings of worry, nervousness, or dread. It is important to remember that feeling anxious is natural. Let's think about how we feel the first day at a new job, the first day of school, or any special occasion that causes us to feel excited, but anxious at the same... Continue Reading →
Children’s Book Series: I Have Two Homes
Authors Of I Have Two Homes/ Vivo en dos casas Nynke Talsma, the illustrator of the book I Have Two Homes studied at the Art Academy in Kampen with a concentration in childrens’ book illustration. Since 1999 Nynke Talsma has worked as an illustrator of childrens’ books and educational books. The author Marian De Smet... Continue Reading →
