Breaking old, undesirable habits or forming new habits is not an easy task for anyone. There are, however, several ways you can help yourself if you are determined to develop a new habit. The first piece of advice is that you must be determined to succeed and create the right mindset. Then, you need to…

A recent study published in Behavior Therapy indicates that children may benefit from cognitive behavior therapy CBT) sessions. CBT is a type of treatment that helps individuals understand the thoughts and feelings that influence their actions. It may be used to treat anxiety and phobias. The FRIENDS program, developed in Australia in 2000, was recently…

Losing weight is easy, right? You just exercise more and eat less. Unfortunately, this oversimplified plan rarely works for most people. Exercise alone is a poor means of weight control for the vast majority of overweight individuals. It is likely that the more you exercise, the hungrier you’ll get. Just reducing calories doesn’t always work,…

Depending on your enneagram style, if you are too focused on a particular goal, the results could produce a very unhealthy person. Focus is important for both large groups, such as business and corporations, as well as individuals. Focus helps both people and companies reach their goals. But too narrow a focus results in having…

A recent study from the University of Montreal finds that bad or depressing news articles in the media affect women more than the same articles affect men. The research consisted of having subjects read actual news stories. The researchers then tested the saliva of each individual for the hormone, cortisol. The more cortisol that was…

Number Nine is the last on the list of enneagram styles. Labeled “The Peacemaker,” Number Nine is serene, peaceful, a great friend, and a wonderful group leader. They replace their own agendas with what they perceive to be the group’s agenda and push their anger inward. They are able to be assertive without being aggressive,…

Triclosan, an antibacterial agent found in many products, such as soap, toothpaste, cutting boards, and even clothing, has been scrutinized by the FDA since 2010. The concerns that prompted the research are whether or not the use of triclosan promotes the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and does triclosan affect muscle function. Researchers have found that…

Several male contraceptives are currently being tested in laboratories around the world. One that appears to have received the most attention involves hormonal gels that men rub onto their shoulders. The gels contain testosterone and a synthetic hormone that is similar to progesterone. In a study at UCLA, the men who tested this therapy were…

Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is a type of treatment designed to help individuals understand the thoughts and feelings that influence their behaviors. The therapist and patient seek to determine how experiences and life events shaped the patient’s beliefs, assumptions, and coping mechanisms, especially in individuals who have been diagnosed with personality disorders. A team approach…

Like the fabled knights of King Arthur’s Court, those who are Number Eight on the enneagram list are described as being natural leaders and protectors of the weak. Number Eight is labeled The Challenger. These are individuals who see life as a battlefield. They are honest, direct, and fiercely loyal. However, when Eights become unhealthy,…