The previous two articles in this series analyzed and discussed rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in some detail. The link between chronic pain and RA was analyzed and the progression of the RA chronic pain complex was revealed. Particular attention was paid to small joint pain, usually involving the neck, hands, and feet in the early stages of the disorder, then spreading as the disease takes hold and progresses.... 

Parenting – does it bring a smile to your face; does it bring up feelings of anxiety and confusion or perhaps a combination of all three? I searched for the word “Parenting” on Amazon today; since 2006, the number of books matching “Parenting” has increased from 3581 to 101,749. A Google search on “Parenting” turned up 83.5 million matches. Is it any wonder... 

Queen Among Men: Mother’s Raising Boys I never thought in a million years, I would have two boys. Sure, I wanted children, but I specifically wanted a Girl and a Boy. So having to change my mindset after the 2nd Level two Sonogram indicated I was having yet another boy was pretty tough for me. Now that they are here, life as I knew it will never be the same. Instead of happy hour after work,... 

Parents are told to give their children “roots and wings” from the time they are born until it is time to leave the nest, some twenty years later. I believe that the first part comes easier than the second, which may not come at all for some older adolescents these days. Let me explain a few factors to help you understand why some kids never seem to launch into early success as young... 

Virtually all parents are interested in teaching their young children to be well-behaved and enjoyable little people. Many of us have seen children at a grocery store or restaurant who seem to be out of control. They fail to comply with parental behavioral requests and, in general, seem to have mastered the art of the proverbial “little monster.” There is a certain fame associated with... 

“There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, Than are dreamt of in your philosophy.” –William Shakespeare – Hamlet (I, v, 166-167) There is an esoteric theory of evolution based on the writings of Madame H.P. Blavatsky and her school of Theosophy. It is such a vast and comprehensive vision of human consciousness that it is nearly impossible to grasp its full scope and... 

Children may not think that having a clean and tidy home is as important as you do. But with a few skills (and some patience) you can help them to create good housekeeping habits that will serve them well into their adult years. Here are some ideas for helping your kids to understand the importance of keeping the house (and their rooms) clean and organized. 1. Make organizing fun. Blast some tunes... 

What’s in it for me? Where’s my payoff? You want me to do what? Do these questions pop up as you contemplate new diets or exercise programs? Platitudes such as ‘better health’, ‘better shape’ or ‘feel better’ fail to motivate you. Simple measures such as less pounds, lower cholesterol, and lower blood pressure are inadequate to ignite the passion you need to comply with the... 

Prostate cancer is a serious health concern. Are you aware that it is the second leading cause of death by cancer among men? Prostate cancer is a disease that afflicts the prostate gland, which is a part of the male reproductive system. This gland, a small walnut-sized bundle of tissue in the rectal area, is involved in sexual function, and is responsible for orgasm in men. It tends to become more... 

My 14-year old son is doing a lot of swearing. He uses this language with his friends as well as on line through email. I am not happy about this. Is there anything I can do to get him to stop? For adolescence, swearing seems to be a way for them to have a greater sense of freedom and power. For a young person your son’s age this is not surprising. See chapters 6  Read More →