Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsScopophobia, Eye Contact, and AnxietyDiagnosisTreatmentSymptomsBuilding Social Skills Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Scopophobia, Eye Contact, and Anxiety Diagnosis Treatment Symptoms Building Social Skills Scopophobia,orscoptophobia,is the fear of being stared at or looked at. It makes people anxious and more likely to avoid crowds, but it’s different from social anxiety because people withsocial anxietycan experience a variety of social phobias. Symptoms of scopophobia may be debilitating but there are ways to cope and treat associated feelings of anxiety....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCrutch SizesHeight AdjustmentsCrutch TrainingUsing One Crutch Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Crutch Sizes Height Adjustments Crutch Training Using One Crutch Crutches come in various sizes, each of which are adjustable so you can get a just-right fit. Learning how to measure for crutches and adjust them properly for your height can make them easier, more comfortable, and safer to use. Aphysical therapistcan help you pick the right crutches and fit them appropriately....

Traveling to a different time zone can be exciting—but the time change can take some getting used to. Depending on how far you travel, it may be necessary to take specific steps to adapt to a new time zone and avoid the symptoms ofjet lag, which can make your journey less enjoyable. Jet lag can cause you to feel ill as well as tired, and it can ruin a trip. Fortunately, there are ways to prepare for time zone transitions....

Learning how to adjust to a night shift is something you want to do early on if you find yourself having to work evenings. If you can’t get the sleep you need during the day, you could experienceinsomniaand sleep deprivation. Switching yoursleep schedulefrom night to day will eventually make your night shifts easier to get through, though the change be tough and take time. Still, it’s an important one not only for your work performance, but yourhealth and safety....

Key TakeawaysIf you’re someone with a higher weight, a doctor’s appointment could sometimes turn into a discussion about weight loss regardless of the purpose of your visit.You have the right to request not to be weighed, and you can ask for treatment options beyond diet, exercise, or weight loss.Consider bringing an advocate to help reinforce your boundaries with a doctor. Key Takeaways If you’re someone with a higher weight, a doctor’s appointment could sometimes turn into a discussion about weight loss regardless of the purpose of your visit....

This article explains when to use pressure dressing, how to apply the dressing, and types of pressure dressing. tommaso79 / Getty Images When to Use a Pressure Dressing Pressure dressing is one approach to controlling bleeding. It’s not always the first choice, though. Other options include applying atourniquetor manual pressure. Tourniquet When properly applied, a tourniquet is often the fastest and most complete bleeding control device available. Atourniquet has its limitations, however....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat They AreHow to Find ThemBenefitsEligibilitySafetyCosts and RisksFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What They Are How to Find Them Benefits Eligibility Safety Costs and Risks Frequently Asked Questions Clinical trialsaim to find new and better treatments for a condition. It may involve comparing two treatments to see which one is more effective and safe. People who havetype 2 diabetesor those who are at risk for the condition may be interested in joining a clinical trial....

Key TakeawaysA sugar crash, or hypoglycemia, refers to a sudden drop in blood sugar level.Individuals react to hypoglycemia differently, but some symptoms include irritability, shakiness, anxiety, and lightheadedness.Consuming excessive sugar on a regular basis can overstimulate the brain’s reward system. Key Takeaways A sugar crash, or hypoglycemia, refers to a sudden drop in blood sugar level.Individuals react to hypoglycemia differently, but some symptoms include irritability, shakiness, anxiety, and lightheadedness.Consuming excessive sugar on a regular basis can overstimulate the brain’s reward system....

Key TakeawaysMany people take melatonin in doses much higher than the body naturally produces, leading to potential side effects.Higher doses of melatonin may cause uncomfortable symptoms like headaches, grogginess, and disorientation, known as a “melatonin hangover.”Most melatonin supplements on the market have much higher doses than marketed. Key Takeaways Many people take melatonin in doses much higher than the body naturally produces, leading to potential side effects.Higher doses of melatonin may cause uncomfortable symptoms like headaches, grogginess, and disorientation, known as a “melatonin hangover....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPainIngrown HairBreakoutsRedness and IrritationAllergic ReactionsSunburnBleeding or BruisingFolliculitisInfectionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Pain Ingrown Hair Breakouts Redness and Irritation Allergic Reactions Sunburn Bleeding or Bruising Folliculitis Infection Frequently Asked Questions Negative side effects of waxing can include uncomfortable problems like pain, ingrown hairs, breakouts, and infected hair follicles. Even so, many people prefer waxing because of its longer-lasting results and because it is relatively inexpensive and easy to do....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRight Mask TypeOptimal FitPadding and LinersSleep Changes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Right Mask Type Optimal Fit Padding and Liners Sleep Changes Loosening the straps of your mask to avoid face marks or lines when using your CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine isn’t always a good idea. A CPAP mask should fit comfortably, but be tight enough that air doesn’t leak out....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Ice Packs Cause BurnsRisk FactorsPreventionWhat Does Frostbite Look Like?TreatmentWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Ice Packs Cause Burns Risk Factors Prevention What Does Frostbite Look Like? Treatment When to See a Healthcare Provider Frostbitefrom an ice pack can occur if you leave an ice pack on your injury for too long or if you place it directly on your skin....

Key TakeawaysCryptosporidium is a common cause of waterborne diarrhea that can survive in well-maintained pools for over 10 days.The average adult swallows about one tablespoon of pool water per swim session, which can be enough to cause illness.Showering before swimming and avoiding the pool when sick are crucial practices to prevent the spread of germs and maintain pool hygiene. Key Takeaways Cryptosporidium is a common cause of waterborne diarrhea that can survive in well-maintained pools for over 10 days....