The correct medical term for sneezing is sternutation. When you sneeze, you are clearing out any dirt, dust or boogies that are in your nose. Sneezing is a reflex, an automatic response that occurs even when you are not thinking about it. Other examples of reflexes are coughing when you enter a dusty room or jerking your knee when the doctor taps on your leg with a rubber hammer. Sneezing is divided into three parts: first your eyes squeeze shut, then you take a big, deep breath in through your... Read more

Infants have a natural need to suckle. Even in the womb, we have seen the fetus sucking its fingers or thumb. Sucking is not only an instinct for survival, but a means for soothing stimulation and pleasure. Many child psychologists feel it is a good idea to allow your child to satisfy his or her need for oral gratification. The problem lies not with the sucking action itself, but with the method used. Finger and thumbsucking are generally thought to be harmful to a child's facial development, bu... Read more

Women of today are so lucky to have the variety and convenience of modern feminine protection. Some women may even remember using an elastic belt to hold a pad in place! Now there’s a conversation starter if there ever was one. Single dads will be at a disadvantage here but can enlist the help of a female friend or relative to have this conversation with their daughters. Once a girl is familiar with what the choices used to be she may actually be quite relieved about all the options available ... Read more

  The United States has the highest rate of teen and young adult drug abuse in the world. (http://rileychildrenshospital.com/parents-and-patients/wellness-center/commed/alcohol-drug-prevention-statistics.jsp)   Why does America have the highest rate of teen and drug abuse in the world? I think America has the highest rate of teen and drug abuse in the World, because from all the media and what people say and act and how they express their feelings. I al... Read more

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What’s the most important equation you need to know when trying to maintain a healthy weight? It’s simple! Energy in = Energy out. When our energy intake (calories from the food we eat) equals the energy we use (the amount of physical activity we do every day), our bodies are in “energy balance.” Keeping your body's energy balanced helps you maintain a healthy weight and avoid dangerous health problems. How can you achie... Read more