Something to think about …. “The Walking Dead … not the TV show …. “!!

~~December 5, 2016~~ 

CELL PHONE ADDICTION

~Signs and Symptoms of Cell Phone Addiction~

Although cell phone addiction is not yet listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5), research has compared it to gambling addiction, which has clearer diagnostic criteria and is included in the DSM-5.

At least 4 of the following signs and symptoms are thought to comprise criteria for cell phone addiction, and the problematic cell phone overuse must cause significant harm in the individual’s life:

A need to use the cell phone more and more often in order to achieve the same desired effect.
Persistent failed attempts to use cell phone less often.
Preoccupation with smartphone use.
Turns to cell phone when experiencing unwanted feelings such as anxiety or depression.
Excessive use characterized by loss of sense of time.
Has put a relationship or job at risk due to excessive cell phone use.
Tolerance.

Need for newest cell phone, more applications, or increased use.
Withdrawal, when cell phone or network is unreachable.

Anger
Tension
Depression
Irritability
Restlessness

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http://www.psychguides.com/guides/signs-and-symptoms-of-cell-phone-addiction/

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To start the day …. “MEDICAL CORNER …. Short, to the point …. “!!

~~June 5, 2016~~ 

EMERGING EPIDEMIC

This isn’t anything new.

It’s been the reality of many American families, kept in secret for the stigma it brings.

Losing well known personalities to this addiction should bring the topic to the forefront for further discussion.

Recognizing this as a medical condition is mandatory.

Treatment should be available, not only to well known personalities but also to the common “Joe“.

Big Pharma seems to be working to make a fortune on treatment for this condition.

This should be stopped.

American citizens need help not secrecy, price gouging or stigmatization.

HortyRex©

Prince, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Heath Ledger all died from opioid overdoses

Toxicology results are in.

Prince died from an opioid overdose. He became just one of thousands of Americans who have fallen victim to prescription painkillers. Since 1999, the number of opioid-related deaths have nearly quadrupled.

Opioids – whether prescription painkillers or heroin – reduce the perception of pain and create feelings of pleasure. They are highly addictive. Over time, the body’s opioid receptors become accustomed to the drug; users may need to take a higher dose to get the same euphoric feelings and stave off withdrawal. When taken in excess, opioids can kill users by depressing their ability to breathe.

And as the Boston Globe reports, the United States is dealing with two inter-related drug abuse epidemics: One for prescription pills, and one for heroin.

“As it appears in …. full read/full credit”

Will Prince finally get us talking about the prescription pill epidemic in America?

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~~GALLERY~~ 

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Prince, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Heath Ledger all died from opioid overdoses.

Here’s how it starts:

~~Why Opioids Are Killing So Many Americans~~

~~Published on Jun 3, 2016~~

Opioid addiction has killed a quarter of a million American in the past 15 years. And it often begins with a legal prescription from a doctor.

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IOTD …. “Image of the Day”, #120!!

~~January 2, 2015~~ 

Addiction is a state characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli, despite adverse consequences. It can be thought of as a disease or biological process leading to such behaviors.

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A dear blogger friend taught me about this concept.

You can find Michelle here: http://mchelsmusings.wordpress.com/

~In her own words~

“IOTD” is image of the day, a concept I came up with. I teach visual meditative therapy – or in easy terms – a mini mental holiday. For some people it is very difficult for them to get their image right. I post an image a day for people to use in their mini mental vacay. Some are serious, some are silly, and some are just beautiful!”

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