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4 Ways Being Polite Is Good For You
It turns out, partaking in basic forms of politeness has a multi- tude of benefits. Good manners can go a long way, and after reading about these fast-acting benefits, you’ll be saying your pleases & thank yous a bit more often!
1. It reduces stress - Brief periods of supporting or helping others might help to mitigate the negative emotional effects of daily stress. So, even small acts of politeness can give you a more relaxed disposition overall!
2. You feel better about yourself - When you help oth- ers and do kind acts, it causes our brain to release endorphins, the chemicals that give us feel- ings of fervor and high spirits. Doing something nice for some- one also gives the brain a sero- tonin boost, the chemical that gives you that feeling of satisfac- tion and well-being.
3. It can lower blood pres- sure - A study published in the
Can You Get
Yeast Infections
How do you know if you are an adult with ADHD? Here how:
On Your Scalp?
1. Problems at work. If you’re having trouble keeping a job, ADHD may be to blame. It can affect your ability to per- form everyday functions in your job: meeting deadlines, being on time, organizing tasks, or pay- ing attention to detail. It can cause you to be agitated with the duties you do on a daily basis.
2. Unable to focus on reading. Reading requires focus, so it is a difficult task for those with ADHD. This problem affects educational ventures.
3. Poor listening skills.
Having trouble listening to oth- ers is another sign that you may have significant attention prob- lems. This challenge can include interrupting others as they speak and not following conver- sations. This issue can lead to marriage, relationships and friendships issues.
4. Distracted driving.
ADHD causes you to be easily distracted — a dangerous prob- lem when driving. Repeated ac-
International Journal of Psy- chophysiology found that people who offer social support to oth- ers have lower blood pressure than people who don’t.
4. It could help you live longer - The ultimate reward for being polite? A longer life. The Corporation for National and Community Service came out with a collection of studies called “The Health Benefits of Volun- teering,” which concluded that people who offer emotional sup- port to others had lower mortal- ity rates than those who do not.
The short answer is YES you can. Yeast
spots can
form on your feet, on your nails, anywhere that can be prone to moist covered areas. These fungi live on all surfaces of our bodies and only occasionally cause in- fection.
How Can You Tell?
Fungal infections such as yeast infections are most com- mon in children although they can be found in all ages. A yeast infection found on the scalp is called tinea capitis. When identi- fying this type of infection look for scaly spots on the scalp which are often accompanied by hair loss. The spots may be large or small but if you notice any changes in your scalp, consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment options.
How Is It Treated?
One medication used to treat yeast spots on the scalp is called Ketoconazole. This is a topical product in the form of a sham- poo. It should only be prescribed by a doctor. The prescription strength option is typically used once a day for 2 to 6 weeks while the over-the-counter version is applied daily to the scalp every 3 to 4 days for up to 8 weeks.
Another natural option is tea tree oil. It is a natural disinfec- tant that works like pharmaceu- tical antifungal products. Apply a light coating to the affected area two or three times a day, and continue to apply it for two weeks after signs of the infection have disappeared to make sure the fungus is eradicated.
cidents (or close calls) may indi- cate a need for help.
5. The need for a thrill.
People with ADHD seek stimu- lation and for some people, that comes from risky behavior. Ac- tivities like extreme sports, alco- hol or drug abuse and extramarital affairs are exam- ples.
6. Inability to relax. If you’re unable to relax, ADHD may be why. It can lead to pent- up stress, causing you to feel as if you’re always on edge.
7. Anger issues. ADHD can cause emotional outbursts over small problems. If annoyances and frustrations are enough to push you over the edge, it may be at fault.
Adult ADHD: 7 Symptoms To Check
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