Overview Despite the marvelous benefits of ketamine therapy, no one seems to ask who is not a good candidate for ketamine therapy. This drug is not a one-size-fits-all solution for all mental health problems. With the complexity of human physiology and psychology, it is critical to understand that this …
What is an echogenic intracardiac focus (fetal cardiac echogenic focus)? An echogenic intracardiac focus is a hyperechogenic spot (aka bright spot) that is seen on a baby’s ultrasound in utero; the most common location of this “bright spot” is the left ventricle of the heart. Like many topics about pregnancy, …
Chronic stress can wreak havoc on many body systems, it can disturb the normal functioning of the female and male reproductive systems, suppress the immune system, and put the body in a vulnerable state against many infections. But can chronic stress be the main culprit in developing a malignant tumor …
The earth has turned on its axis once a day long before intelligent life existed. As a result, life evolved in a rhythmic or cyclical world and adapted to the geophysical cycle created by the earth’s rotation. Rest-activity cycles are ubiquitous throughout the animal kingdom and they’re controlled by the …
Narcolepsy is a lifelong currently incurable neurological disorder, it is characterized by diurnal somnolence (excessive daytime sleepiness), disrupted night sleep, bizarre hallucinations, and cataplexy. Narcolepsy is not life-threatening. In fact, many people go on with their lives without even realizing they have it. However, it can be damaging to social …
What is synesthesia? Definition: Syn=united, combined. Esthesia= capacity of sensation, sensibility. Synesthesia is a medical condition characterized by a ‘blending’ of the senses. For instance, the visual perception of a certain letter might be associated with a color, or holding a particular object might trigger a smelling sensation. Synesthesia used …
Neuroplasticity refers to the ability of the brain to undergo changes throughout the life of a person. It does this by modifying synapses and forming new connections between neurons, this happens all the time. It happens when you learn something new, when you go through something in your life, when …
Stress plays a major role in our everyday life and it comes in all forms and shapes, it can be a psychological stress when we’re having an emotional crisis such as a bad break-up, the death of a loved one, our jobs, exams, and even the stress that is associated …
Pregnancy Myths and family Pregnancy is a powerful and an emotional event in our lives, not only for the women who become pregnant but also for every other member of the family, everyone will be involved at some point. It can be your own mother, your siblings, your cousins, perhaps …