AS A FUNCTIONAL HUMAN BEING YOUR STATE OF MENTAL HEALTH EVERY DAY MATTERS
These Are Tips to Improve Your Mental Health---Every Day
This is just a suggestion but...try the following tips to help plan a week that probably will leave you feeling good inside and out. If you are receiving treatment for mental health problem, these tips can help you manage your illness and support your treatment and possibly recovery.
SUNDAY: Relax. Try meditating, taking a walk in a natural setting, or reaching out spiritually through prayer. Quiet reflection---alone or in the company of others can improve your state of mind, strengthen your sense of self and community, and give you time away from a hectic schedule to collect your thoughts and re-energize for the week ahead.
MONDAY: Make a plan. Decide what task you need to complete for the week and make a plan for when and how to do them. If you are over scheduled, decide what can wait a week or two. If you don't have much on your schedule, plan some activities you'll look forward to.
TUESDAY: Surround yourself with supportive people (family, friends, loved ones, etc). Make plans with family members and friends, or seek out activities at which you can meet new people. Visit a community center, club house, class or support group. Reconnect with someone you have lost touch with and create new memories.
WEDNESDAY: Take care of your body. Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health. Be sure to eat nutritious meals (recommended everyday), avoid cigarettes and tobacco products, drink alcohol only in moderation (if need be). Drink plenty of water, get enough sleep and and exercise regularly.
THURSDAY: Make your self available for others. Volunteer your time and energy to help someone else. This is rewarding, you'll feel give about doing something tangible to help someone in need---and it's a great way to meet new people who share your interests and compassion.
FRIDAY: Broaden your horizons. Create a change of pace or expand your interests. Explore a new hobby, plant a garden, plan a road-trip, try a new restaurant, take dance lessons, or learn to play an instrument or speak another language.
SATURDAY: Value yourself. Treat yourself with kindness and respect, avoid self criticism. Take stock of the qualities you like about yourself, your accomplishments and abilities, and areas your need to make improvement. Take some time every day to relax, reflect and rejuvenate.
To learn more about your mental health---contact your Primary care physician or Mental Health Professional nearest to you.
Dr. Fenny Braide
Psychotherapist
Behavioral Health Center, Philadelphia, PA
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Be Proud of Your Skin Colour
Be Proud of Your Skin Colour
Beware of "Skin-lightening Creams."
This write up was updated and published after watching CNN investigative study on Race in America, presented by Anderson Cooper and Solidad O'Brian, on May 17 and 18, 2010 @ 10 PM EDT/USA. In that study 40% of children of black race in America identified "black" as mean, wicked and less acceptable. About 60% of White children of the same age group also sees "black" in the same category.
No matter what! we are one as human beings uniquely created differently by God. In my travel I see some people in Africa, Southern Asia, the Caribbean, and the Middle East associate a lighter complexion with prosperity, acceptability, beauty and fashion. As a result, a considerable number of men and women in these places use products to lighten their skin tone without knowing the danger and sometimes at a higher cost to their health.
Some skin-lightening creams contain hydro-quinone, a bleaching agent that suppresses the production of melanin, thus reducing the skin's natural protection agent against damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Hydroquinone / mercury in a bleaching cream is not friendly to human skin, it is a lead toxin, and therefore considered poison to the human skin.
When hydroquinone or mercury penetrates the skin, it may cause irreversible damage to connective tissue. As a result may cause pre-mature aging or cancer in some cases. Continuous use of such products can cause disfiguring rashes, unsightly blotches and weaken skin. THE QUESTION IS: HOW FAR...HOW LONG CAN YOU CONTINUE TO MAINTAIN YOUR SKIN...?
Ironically, while some dark-skinned people wants to lighten their complexion, many fair and light-skinned people go to great length to get a deep "Tan" to look dark in colour. For vitamin D and (UV) moderates exposure to the sun can be helpful.
For questions about health and skin disease consult your doctor or Dermatologist.
Dr. Fenibo Braide, is a Psychotherapist at the Behavioral Health Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (May 19, 2010).
Beware of "Skin-lightening Creams."
This write up was updated and published after watching CNN investigative study on Race in America, presented by Anderson Cooper and Solidad O'Brian, on May 17 and 18, 2010 @ 10 PM EDT/USA. In that study 40% of children of black race in America identified "black" as mean, wicked and less acceptable. About 60% of White children of the same age group also sees "black" in the same category.
No matter what! we are one as human beings uniquely created differently by God. In my travel I see some people in Africa, Southern Asia, the Caribbean, and the Middle East associate a lighter complexion with prosperity, acceptability, beauty and fashion. As a result, a considerable number of men and women in these places use products to lighten their skin tone without knowing the danger and sometimes at a higher cost to their health.
Some skin-lightening creams contain hydro-quinone, a bleaching agent that suppresses the production of melanin, thus reducing the skin's natural protection agent against damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Hydroquinone / mercury in a bleaching cream is not friendly to human skin, it is a lead toxin, and therefore considered poison to the human skin.
When hydroquinone or mercury penetrates the skin, it may cause irreversible damage to connective tissue. As a result may cause pre-mature aging or cancer in some cases. Continuous use of such products can cause disfiguring rashes, unsightly blotches and weaken skin. THE QUESTION IS: HOW FAR...HOW LONG CAN YOU CONTINUE TO MAINTAIN YOUR SKIN...?
Ironically, while some dark-skinned people wants to lighten their complexion, many fair and light-skinned people go to great length to get a deep "Tan" to look dark in colour. For vitamin D and (UV) moderates exposure to the sun can be helpful.
For questions about health and skin disease consult your doctor or Dermatologist.
Dr. Fenibo Braide, is a Psychotherapist at the Behavioral Health Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (May 19, 2010).
Friday, April 23, 2010
Lead Poisoning Leading to Aggressive Behavior
Children Exposed to Lead Poisoning Exhibits Aggressive Behavior - Fact
Some symptoms of lead poisoning in children could be abdominal pain, attention problems, aggressiveness, anemia, constipation, fatigue, headaches, irritability, loss of appetite and energy, loss of developmental skills and slow growth.
In my practice over the years as a psychotherapist I have investigated and observed children with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). I observe children in the office, in the classroom and group setting and found out that the effect and symptoms of the diagnosis (ADHD) varies from child to child.
Lead poisoning can result from the accumulation of lead in the body. There is evidence that the toxic can also affect a child's cognitive ability and behavior. According to a study by John Hopkins Bloomberg school of Public Health, lead inhibits a protein that is important for the brain development and cognition. Studies shows that children absorb up to 50 percent of the lead ingestion, whereas adult usually absorb only 10 to 15 percent.
Recent research has suggested that even levels of lead that fall under some government-issued toxicity limits may cause harm. The problems, according to the National Safety Council in the United States, can include: learning disability, attention disorders, behavior problems, impaired hearing and kidney damage in children. It is highly recommended that women who may become pregnant or pregnant should take extra precautions to avoid exposure because lead can harm the fetus.
Lead can also contaminate food and drink prepared in lead-glazed earthware. In recent years we have seen governments issuing emergency recalls of such consumer products as toys and jewelry. Why? Dangerous level of lead have been detected in some of these items, and young children tend to suck or chew on these products. Lead poisoning can be especially dangerous for children under six years of age since their central nervous system is still developing.
Sources of Lead Poisoning
Leaded gas / gasoline; Contaminated lead-based paint; Lead-soldered copper pipes for water. Lead levels in the blood greatly decreases when the source of the exposure to lead is removed. People who are concerned about lead in their blood may wish to have blood test. Health care should be sought if harmful levels are detected. Family matters.
Dr. Fenny Braide, is a Psychotherapist at the Behavioral Health Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Dr. F. Fenibo Braide
Academic Consultant, Zion Health Institute, Baltimore, MD
Some symptoms of lead poisoning in children could be abdominal pain, attention problems, aggressiveness, anemia, constipation, fatigue, headaches, irritability, loss of appetite and energy, loss of developmental skills and slow growth.
In my practice over the years as a psychotherapist I have investigated and observed children with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). I observe children in the office, in the classroom and group setting and found out that the effect and symptoms of the diagnosis (ADHD) varies from child to child.
Lead poisoning can result from the accumulation of lead in the body. There is evidence that the toxic can also affect a child's cognitive ability and behavior. According to a study by John Hopkins Bloomberg school of Public Health, lead inhibits a protein that is important for the brain development and cognition. Studies shows that children absorb up to 50 percent of the lead ingestion, whereas adult usually absorb only 10 to 15 percent.
Recent research has suggested that even levels of lead that fall under some government-issued toxicity limits may cause harm. The problems, according to the National Safety Council in the United States, can include: learning disability, attention disorders, behavior problems, impaired hearing and kidney damage in children. It is highly recommended that women who may become pregnant or pregnant should take extra precautions to avoid exposure because lead can harm the fetus.
Lead can also contaminate food and drink prepared in lead-glazed earthware. In recent years we have seen governments issuing emergency recalls of such consumer products as toys and jewelry. Why? Dangerous level of lead have been detected in some of these items, and young children tend to suck or chew on these products. Lead poisoning can be especially dangerous for children under six years of age since their central nervous system is still developing.
Sources of Lead Poisoning
Leaded gas / gasoline; Contaminated lead-based paint; Lead-soldered copper pipes for water. Lead levels in the blood greatly decreases when the source of the exposure to lead is removed. People who are concerned about lead in their blood may wish to have blood test. Health care should be sought if harmful levels are detected. Family matters.
Dr. Fenny Braide, is a Psychotherapist at the Behavioral Health Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Dr. F. Fenibo Braide
Academic Consultant, Zion Health Institute, Baltimore, MD
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Children with Separation Anxiety
Dr. Fenibo Braide said...
Most times children who have been deserted, neglected or abused feel more anger than most other children. This is because their fundamental human needs have not been adequately met.
Solution: If you happen to find yourself in this situation, first accept the child's anger as legitimate. Reassure the child that he / she is worthwhile even when angry.
Children in relative care often feels that they are to blame for being taken away from their biological parents. They are also angry at themselves, therefore, inconsistent discipline like rules and boundaries in previous or present environment can attribute and lead to anger.
Please note: most times, as children grow close to the people with whom they live in relative care, they may also transfer some of their angry feelings from their biological family to these people. Sometimes they may or may not appreciate everything you do for them.
Solution: Be consistent with rules. Talk with the child about anger; what it is and what makes him or her angry, identify and recognize what triggers the child's anger. Then develop practical and safe methods for expressing anger feelings when the direct expression of anger is not advisable; and more importantly, take time to understand the child or children in your care.
Good luck !!!
Dr. Fenibo Braide
Psychotherapist
Most times children who have been deserted, neglected or abused feel more anger than most other children. This is because their fundamental human needs have not been adequately met.
Solution: If you happen to find yourself in this situation, first accept the child's anger as legitimate. Reassure the child that he / she is worthwhile even when angry.
Children in relative care often feels that they are to blame for being taken away from their biological parents. They are also angry at themselves, therefore, inconsistent discipline like rules and boundaries in previous or present environment can attribute and lead to anger.
Please note: most times, as children grow close to the people with whom they live in relative care, they may also transfer some of their angry feelings from their biological family to these people. Sometimes they may or may not appreciate everything you do for them.
Solution: Be consistent with rules. Talk with the child about anger; what it is and what makes him or her angry, identify and recognize what triggers the child's anger. Then develop practical and safe methods for expressing anger feelings when the direct expression of anger is not advisable; and more importantly, take time to understand the child or children in your care.
Good luck !!!
Dr. Fenibo Braide
Psychotherapist
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
The Caregiver
CAREGIVER
In the United States--according to MyMedicalReports.com, more than 22.4 million Americans provide unpaid help to older or ill persons in their community. These people are known as Caregivers and they include spouses, adult children, relatives, friends and health professionals. As we age it becomes increasingly important to plan for the future, sometimes too many of us simply decide that it will be easier to cross that bridge when we come to it. Unfortunately failing to plan ahead can bring unexpected costs to you or your family.
Caregivers need to know how to get access to available services. In addition, they need training and support in order to provide the best care possible. Again, sometimes more than anything else, the sick or the elderly just need someone to talk to, someone to help them relieve the stress of providing care. To get answers to all your family and professional caregiving questions or training, visit Zion Health.
SERVICES AND TRAINING
Assisted Living Managers Training
Delegating Nurse Services
Medication Technician Training
DDA Mandated Training
Customized In Service Training for Assisted Living Facilities / Group Homes
CPR / FirstAid Certification Training
For more information about taking care of elderly relatives, listen to the following clip from Dr. Fenibo Braide:
Dr. Fenibo Braide is a psychotherapist and Academic Consultant at ZION Institute, MD.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Philosophy---01
Philosophy
My mother had taught me that practical wisdom is the core value system of moral philosophy----That is: knowing good and bad. Of course she was right, it means that there is always consequences for ones deliberate action of good and evil.
It means that even when you are in your Sunshine days with voices in the crowd and friends busy with your praise. Be not unkind or proud. Think about the old friends the most. For times cruel flood arise, your beauty will be lost to all eyes---but these eyes. You are a pride to mankind and so shall you be remembered.
I believe it is never too late nor too early to care for the well-being of the soul. I also believe that as human beings we should be accustom to the believe that death will be of no concern to human life but caring of the soul------To my beloved mother who passed away at Buguma on Thursday, February 25, 2010. May Your Soul Rest in Perfect Peace.
My mother had taught me that practical wisdom is the core value system of moral philosophy----That is: knowing good and bad. Of course she was right, it means that there is always consequences for ones deliberate action of good and evil.
It means that even when you are in your Sunshine days with voices in the crowd and friends busy with your praise. Be not unkind or proud. Think about the old friends the most. For times cruel flood arise, your beauty will be lost to all eyes---but these eyes. You are a pride to mankind and so shall you be remembered.
I believe it is never too late nor too early to care for the well-being of the soul. I also believe that as human beings we should be accustom to the believe that death will be of no concern to human life but caring of the soul------To my beloved mother who passed away at Buguma on Thursday, February 25, 2010. May Your Soul Rest in Perfect Peace.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
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