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Mental Health Don’t let mental wrath create physical problems. “Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.” – Buddha Too much or chronic anger can lead to depression, headaches, heart disease, high blood pressure, or problems with […]
Work Life Job stress causes a worker to feel overly taxed both mentally and physically. It affects both workers and employers. What Causes Job Stress? * Too much work to do. Conflicting expectations. * Lack of support from co-workers and bosses. * Crowded, noisy, unsafe work conditions. Infrequent rest breaks. * Rapid changes for which
Home Safety Smoke detectors save lives. But if a smoke detector is placed in the wrong spot or not maintained, it may be useless in a fire. To install and maintain smoke detectors: * Install at least one smoke detector on each level of your house. Best locations are in hallways and just outside bedroom
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Mental Health Care Many people do not use mental health services because of the “stigma” of having an “emotional” problem. Society tends to view mental health issues differently from medical ones. When someone breaks a leg, has chest pains, or needs to get a prescription, they’ll see a doctor. However, when they have depression, excessive
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Home Safety * Install smoke alarms and a carbon monoxide detector. Check them at least every 6 months. * Keep a working fire extinguisher handy. * Keep medicines, vitamins, and all harmful substances out of children’s reach. In case of accidental poisoning, call the Poison Control Center at 1.800.222.1222. Prevent falls * Keep walk paths
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Home Safety Harmful drugs could be right under your nose. Spray paint, gasoline, glue, hair spray, and cleaning products become drugs when their vapors are inhaled on purpose to get “high.” Inhalants are easy to get and are among the most popular and deadly substances that teens abuse. The highs and lows At first, the
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Mental Health Care Start counting the number of times you laugh a day. Set a goal to laugh more. * Check out funny YouTube videos. * Watch comedy shows and movies. * Get a joke sent to your email every day, such as throughajokeaday.com. * Act like a kid – tell and laugh at your
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Personal Safety Getting sliced by a lawn mower blade and being hit by rocks or other propelled objects are the two most common lawn mower-related injuries. (Mower blades rotate at nearly 200 miles per hour, and seemingly harmless sticks and stones often become dangerous missiles when picked up and hurled at that speed.) To mow
Home Safety Protect your family from accidents, injuries, and intruders. You should feel safe, protected, and comfortable in your home, even when things go wrong. Make sure you’re doing everything possible to protect yourself and your family. Lock the doors, even when you are home. Install and maintain smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Plan
Home Safety * Keep your doors locked. * Use a peephole in the front door. * If you live alone, arrange for daily contact with a neighbor, relative, etc. * Clearly post emergency numbers. Teach children how to call 9-1-1, etc. for help. * Stock first aid supplies. In case of accidental poisoning, call the
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