How PTSD Changes the Brain What Science Tells Us
By Aleena Mangold, LPC, Christian Psychological Associates Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is more than just distressing memories—it physically alters the brain. This condition can develop after experiencing trauma such as combat, assault, accidents, or natural disasters. PTSD is more common than many realize, with an estimated 6% of the U.S. population experiencing it at […]
FRESH, Filling Springtime Salad
When the crisp air of spring tickles your face and sunrays splash you with warmth, you know salad season has arrived. With fresh flavors abounding this season, the options are nearly endless – just choose your favorite base, toppings, and dressings and you’re set with a delicious first course or hearty meal all on its […]
Your Health on Your Sleeve Wearable Technology
By Alexander Germanis In the 1950s, Dr. Marion Collins’ daughter nearly lost her life because no one was there to inform her doctors she was allergic to a simple tetanus shot. Determined something like that would never happen again, Dr. Collins worked with a jeweler in San Francisco to design and issue the very […]
The Transition
Building Wealth to Creating Retirement Income Submitted by Tim Whisler, CRPC®, CLTC®, Certified Financial Fiduciary®, President of The Whisler Agency, Peoria IL. As we go through life, we experience two financial stages; the Accumulation Phase and the Distribution Phase. The act of retirement is the transition from one phase to the other. The […]
Smart Swaps & Budget Friendly Ingredients for Heart Healthy Meals
Information from the American Heart Association Rising food costs can make healthy eating a challenge for many families. A June 2024 public opinion poll from the American Heart Association and Research found about 60% of Americans cite the cost of healthy food as their single biggest barrier to achieving better nutrition. The American HeartAssociation, […]
Understanding Autism
A Guide for Parents & The Importance of Early Testing By Kodjo Anahlui, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Resident, Christian Psychological Associates Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts how individuals communicate, interact, and perceive the world. Challenges in social communication, repetitive behaviors, and unique sensory processing mark it. When parents suspect that […]
Alcohol Awareness Month
the ripples of alcohol By Alexander Germanis From ancient Rome came the saying: In vino veritas, translated as “in wine there is truth.” It means when people are under the influence of alcohol, they are usually more likely to reveal what they truly think and feel. Similar phrases exist is nearly every culture […]
Navigating Anxiety While Adapting to a New Culture
By Alan Moreland, LMFT, CSAT-S, CMAT, EMDR Certified, ERCEM Trained, Life Balance Counseling Moving from a collectivistic culture to an individualistic one, or vice versa, can lead to anxiety. This entails not just adapting to a new place and culture but also experiencing a dissonance between ingrained values, experiences, and societal norms. Anxiety may […]
Expert Nutrition Tips to Help Fuel Your Pickleball Play
Sponsored by The Quaker Oats Company Do you have pickleball fever? This popular sport has been making waves across the country. Not only is it great exercise, but pickleball is also a great way to meet new friends or spend time with old ones. Like any other sport, nutrition plays a role in supporting […]
Patient-Centered Medical Home
Submitted by Bleeding & Clotting Disorders Institute The Bleeding & Clotting Disorders Institute (BCDI), located in Peoria, Illinois, stands as the only federally recognized non-profit Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC) of Excellence in downstate Illinois. Dedicated to providing integrated, family-oriented care, BCDI offers comprehensive services to individuals affected by bleeding, clotting, and other blood disorders. […]