The misuse of epilepsy drugs in nursing homes is an alarming issue that needs urgent attention. Epilepsy drugs, or anticonvulsants, are being prescribed to residents who do not have epilepsy, raising serious questions about the appropriateness of their use in these...
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Can social media use be harmful for teens?
In the modern world, people of all ages get immersed in social media. Like with anything, it comes with good and bad. For teenagers, the bad often has an intensity that may lead to long-lasting problems and life-altering events. While still a phenomenon, this area of...
The benefit of people being able to see who owns a nursing home
When the time comes to find a nursing home for your loved one, you want peace of mind that they get the care they need and deserve. While easy to focus on the physical property and services, what happens behind the scenes plays just as vital of a role. To help protect...
Fighting bedsores with 3D printers
Modern medicine and technology can do wonders in making daily life easier and more comfortable for those with disabilities. Some obstacles are difficult to overcome though - even the most ergonomic of wheelchairs can leave a person with painful bedsores after...
How cutting social media use can help young people with body image issues
Many young people embrace social media as a way to connect with friends, expand their horizons or simply pass the time. Social media can be a useful tool, but it can also contribute to mental health problems and poor self-esteem. For young people struggling with body...
Is your loved one’s nursing home not being properly cleaned?
Poor hygiene in a nursing home is a serious issue. This is because people in this type of facility tend to have more compromised immune systems and can fall ill due to uncleanliness easier. In these conditions, germs can spread much faster and endanger other...
Did Hixson Nursing Home put profits over the care of residents?
New Beginnings Care, LLC, the parent company of Hixson Nursing Home, faced claims of neglect and insufficient care leading to the death of a 43-year-old male patient. His widow filed the lawsuit, which was promptly delayed by a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case filed by the...
How do teens get addicted to social media?
Information access and a virtual presence are fundamental elements for today’s digital natives. Teens growing up in this technology-centric society seek instant gratification and recognition with a photo snap and a swipe. The ease of access to mobile devices in every...
How to protect your child against social media addiction
Did you know that many social media activities, such as watching TikTok videos and playing games, stimulate the same part of the brain that other addictive behaviors, such as drinking or drugs, stimulate? These activities can give your children a sense of euphoria or...
Can social media use cause depression?
With the advent of social media, many people wonder if it plays a role in the increased number of people with depression. A recent study indicates a direct link between depression and social media usage for all personality types. This correlation may happen for...